Question
My child has been crying and fussing a lot lately, and doesn’t eat much. Could it be that there’s early puberty development? Is this true?
Answer
The situation where a 9-year-old girl’s body grows and matures prematurely is likely to be early puberty. Generally speaking, around the age of 9, girls may experience the re-growth of their nipples, followed by the gradual development of breasts. This is then followed by the onset of menstruation and the gradual development of the reproductive system. The entire growth and development process usually ends around the age of 16 to 17. If a 9-year-old girl’s body matures prematurely, it may indicate that the child has early puberty. It is recommended that such children undergo some hormone level tests at a hospital.