Are girls getting their periods earlier? And can parents do anything about it?
Halfpoint Images/Getty Images Do you remember how old you were when you got your first period? And whether it was considered early, late or about average? Some parents are reportedly overhauling lunchboxes, shampoos and doing all they can to attempt to delay their child’s periods, so they don’t “grow up too early”. But are periods actually getting earlier? And is this anything to worry about? Let’s look at what the science says – and whether parents can actually impact the timing. When do…
Where: Australia, United States
Exact coordinates
australia: -25.270, 133.780
united states: 37.090, -95.710
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