You Grow Girl!: The Complete No Worries Guide to Puberty and Growing Up
English
By (author): Dr. Zoe Williams Sonia J Brown
NHS GP and This Morning's resident doctor, Dr Zoe Williams, explains everything girls need to know about puberty - plus lots more!
Growing up is exciting, but it can also be a strange and confusing time. This book will help girls ride the rollercoaster more smoothly. Covering everything from periods, hormones and body changes to self-care, healthy relationships and talking about your mental health with confidence. With friendly, easy-to-understand information, myth-busting advice and fun illustrations, this is a positive, celebratory guide to puberty and growing up.
Content includes:
- What is puberty, what happens and how you might feel
- What are periods and why we have them
- Body hair, breast development and personal hygiene
- What happens to the boys?
- Healthy eating, body confidence and exercise
- Wellbeing, self-care and positive mental health
- Hormones and healthy relationships
- A sensitive, age-appropriate introduction to sex, consent and privacy
- Online safety, social media and cyber bullying
- Case studies of amazing and inspiring women
Packed full of advice, tips and reassurance, Dr Zoe equips young girls with the knowledge they need to flourish and thrive in today's world.
***LONGLISTED for the SLA's Information Book Awards 2024***
***'Informative and empowering, perfect for my daughter Betsy, and all girls growing up in today's world' - Denise van Outen***
***'A book that every girl needs to grow up happy, healthy and thriving' - Holly Willoughby***