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.

お子さま一人ひとりに合わせた包括的ケア

身体の成長と発達

成長のパターンを継続的に評価し、問題があれば早期に対応

身体の変化や感情に影響するホルモンバランスの変化への対応

ニキビなど思春期特有のトラブルの治療と、健康的な生活習慣の指導

身体の節目（生物学的変化）へのサポート

初経（月経）の開始に対する理解とケアを、専門的かつ丁寧にサポート

性と生殖に関する正しい知識を提供し、自信と安心感を育てます

心とメンタルのサポート

気分の変動や対人関係の悩みに対する具体的な対処法の提案

自己肯定感を高め、感情の安定（レジリエンス）を育てる支援

保護者の方がこの時期のお子さまの心の変化を理解し、適切に関われるようサポート

思春期に見られる主な変化

胸

乳房が発達する

月経

生理が始まる

顔

ニキビができることがある

身長

身長が伸びる

汗

わきの汗が増える

体毛

わきや脚、陰部に毛が生える

性器

陰茎や精巣が大きくなる

声

声変わりが起こる

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:

Dr Orly Dafni Attia
Paediatrician & Child
Development Specialist

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

Dr Nguyễn Thị Hồng Anh
Obstetrics & Gynaecology

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

Dr Jadranka Mihajlovic
Internal Medicine

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.