Puberty Starts Earlier Than It Used To. No One Knows Why. - The New York Times
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The New York Times - Some girls are starting to develop breasts as early as age 6 or 7. Researchers are trying to figure out why, studying the role of obesity, chemicals
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With puberty starting earlier than ever, doctors urge greater awareness and care
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Early puberty in girls: How to help your daughter through the changes - Today's Parent
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Reproductive violence and environmental injustice in the United
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Puberty Is Beginning Earlier in Girls, So What Can Parents Do?, Science
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Why is puberty starting younger?, World news
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Young girls are starting to undergo puberty as young as six years
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Theory Links Early Puberty to Childhood Stress - The New York Times
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ODE Sexuality Education Newsletter -- May 2022
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Why Is My Period Changing? An Infographic Before & After Your 30s
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With puberty starting earlier than ever, doctors urge greater awareness and care
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Opinion What Causes Girls to Enter Puberty Early? - The New York Times
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ODE Sexuality Education Newsletter -- May 2022
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Puberty Blockers: What You Should Know
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Why More Kids Are Starting Puberty Earlier Than Ever Before