Finding puberty unpredictable? Stop scratching your head and keep reading as we clear up some of the confusion.

“I got my first period and then … nothing for about three months.  Is this normal?”
This is normal. For some girls, it just takes time for their bodies to adjust and get into a rhythm. If you don’t menstruate again at the one-year mark, ask a parent to make you an appointment with a gynaecologist, but your menstrual cycle should fall into a regular pattern as puberty progresses.

“Some hairs have suddenly sprouted, erm, around my nipples. I haven’t told anyone about this. Help, please!”
Surprise! During puberty, you will begin to grow hair in places you’ve never had it before, particularly under the arms and in the pubic area. And, yes, some girls sprout a few around their boobs, so don’t be freaked! This might go away as your hormones settle down, but it could be ongoing.  If it does bother you, talk to you mum or another female you trust to discuss some hair removal options.

“I’ve noticed some red lines around my hips. I think they might be stretch marks. What should I do?”
Yep, those sound like stretch marks - but don’t distress. Lots of girls develop stretch marks during puberty.  First, the bad news: there’s absolutely nothing you can do about them. But the good news is this: they will naturally fade over time.
Don’t dwell on slight imperfections - instead, embrace all your beautiful attributes!