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=Health Lesson: Changes In You =
 * How to Talk to your Pre-teen about puberty:**
 * By** eHow Relationships & Family Editor


 * Find an appropriate time to approach the subject of puberty. Create a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere for your discussion.


 * Express to them that growing up is full of surprises and can sometimes be tough, but that it’s an exciting phrase of life.


 * Ask how much they already know or think they know about puberty.


 * Explain what puberty means. Tell them that everyone reaches puberty at different times but mostly around the ages of 11 to 14. When it happens, they will be able to start feeling their body changing.

 
 * Explain that the body is special and sacred. They need to respect and take good care of their bodies.
 * Give details of how their bodies will change, [[image:IMG_0943-1.jpg align="right" caption="Man: Age 26"]] [[image:IMG_0942-1.jpg align="left" caption="Boy: Age 3 Months"]] such as their height, voice,   skin condition, mood and emotional swings, and       and the way they feel about themselves and their peers.


 * Point out that the changes can sometimes be confusing, but they are absolutely normal.


 * Tell them as much or as little as they are ready to accept.


 * Assure them that you are there to answer any questions they have. Express your love for them.

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