Navigating Pre-Teens and Puberty

The pre-teen and puberty years are a critical period of physical, emotional, and mental growth. For both children and parents, this period can feel uncertain and overwhelming. At Raffles Medical, we offer a holistic approach, ensuring your child’s health and development are supported at every stage.

Comprehensive Care Tailored to Your Child’s Needs

Physical Growth and Development

Monitoring growth patterns to identify and address any concerns early.
Managing hormonal shifts that influence physical changes and emotional responses.
Treating common puberty-related issues like acne and guiding children on maintaining healthy habits.

Navigating Biological Milestones

Helping young girls understand and manage the onset of their periods with expert, compassionate care.
Supporting reproductive health education to empower children with knowledge and confidence.

Fostering Emotional and Mental Well-being

Guiding children through mood swings and social challenges with practical coping strategies.

Providing tools to boost self-esteem and build emotional resilience.

Assisting parents in understanding and supporting their child’s emotional needs during this transitional phase.

Puberty: What Changes to Expect in Your Child

BREASTS

Your breasts grow.

MENSTRUATION

Your period begins.

FACE

You may get pimples.

HEIGHT

You get taller.

SWEAT

Your armpits sweat.

HAIR

Hair grows in your armpits, on your legs, and between your legs.

PRIVATES

Your penis and testicles get bigger.

VOICE

Your voice deepens.

A Collaborative Team of Specialists

At Raffles Medical, our integrated care model ensures your child’s journey is
supported by a team of experts working together:

Focuses on growth milestones
and overall developmental
progress, ensuring your child
stays on track.

Provides specialized care for
puberty-related changes,
including menstruation and
reproductive health for
young girls.

Brings expertise in hormonal
health, micronutrient optimization,
and mental well-being to create a
strong foundation for balanced
development.

This multidisciplinary approach allows us to create customized care plans tailored to your child’s unique needs, with seamless communication among our specialists to ensure every aspect of their development is addressed.

With Raffles Medical, your child is supported every step of the way, ensuring they navigate this transformative stage with confidence and strength.

Helping your child thrive through every challenge and milestone.

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