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GIRLS’ FIFTH GRADE MATURATION

GIRLS’ FIFTH GRADE MATURATION. The following presentation has been approved by the Granite School District. Growing from a Girl into a Woman. MATURATION. So. . . what does this big long word mean?. This is a period of growing, developing, and changing. Puberty.

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GIRLS’ FIFTH GRADE MATURATION

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  1. GIRLS’ FIFTH GRADE MATURATION The following presentation has been approved by the Granite School District Growing from a Girl into a Woman

  2. MATURATION So. . . what does this big long word mean? • This is a period of growing, developing, and changing.

  3. Puberty • Puberty is the stage in life when girls start taking on womanlike characteristics • This occurs between ages 9 and 16 • During this time many “changes” will occur in your body • These “changes” are controlled by the release of a hormone called Estrogen • Each girl grows at her own pace • Girls are usually 2 years ahead of boys

  4. Physical Changes • Oil glands become more active, hair may be more oily, skin produces more oils, pimples may develop • Breast development, may be tender, one may grow faster or larger than the other • Hips broaden • Hair on legs grows thicker, longer, and sometimes darker, pubic hair grows • Growth spurt. Rapid increase in height, generally feet grow first • Onset of vaginal discharge and start of menstruation

  5. We Are All Unique • As you grow up, your body changes; in how you look and feel. • Each girl grows at her own pace.

  6. Emotional Feelings Related to the Maturing Body • It is normal to feel uncomfortable, silly or embarrassed. • May feel confused about the changes taking place in your body. • Parents, family, and other trusted adults are very important to have as a support system.

  7. Pituitary Gland • Growth spurt • Height • Weight • Widening of the hips • Hormone regulation • Estrogen • Testosterone • Emotional changes

  8. Good Personal and Dental Hygiene is Important

  9. Remember to Brush and Floss • Take care of your teeth. • Brush at least two times a day. • Floss at least one time a day.

  10. Do I Smell? • Perspiration comes out of your skin when your body gets hot. • Sweat by itself is not really smelly. • When it comes in contact with the bacteria on your skin (which everyone has) it causes body odor (sometimes called BO).

  11. To Control Perspiration Odor • The 1st step is to bathe regularly with soap and water; shampoo for hair. • The 2nd step is to use deodorant/antiperspirant. • Body odor can be held by the clothes you wear, so always put on clean clothes after bathing, including underwear and socks. • If you are in sports, it is especially important to bathe, use deodorant, and change clothes after your practice or game.

  12. Hand Washing Is Important • One out of three Americans skips hand washing after going to the bathroom. • Kids who wash their hands at least four times a day experience 24% fewer sick days from colds, and 51% fewer sick days due to stomach ailments. • When you can’t wash your hands – use hand sanitizer or wipes. American Journal Epidemiology, 2002

  13. Washing Your Face • During puberty, oil glands in your skin and on your face become more active. • This may lead to pimples or acne.

  14. Skincare • Acne (pimples) forms when the skin’s pores become blocked with dead skin cells. • To help prevent acne, cleanse your face twice a day with medicated acne wash or cleanser. • Most young people get acne at some point in time, so don’t be alarmed or feel like you are the only one. • To prevent scarring, don’t squeeze or pick at pimples, and be patient, don’t expect acne to disappear overnight.

  15. Emotional Changes • Feelings may change from day to day. • Caused by hormones. • Don’t worry, it’s all part of growing up!

  16. Your Emotions May Go Up and Down This is because of the fluctuating levels of Estrogen being produced

  17. Think of Some Healthy Things You Can Do When you are feeling down or moody

  18. Private and Public • What do these two words mean? • In your home, which rooms are private and which are public?

  19. Your Body Has Private Parts These are the parts that are covered by your bathing suit or underwear and bra. They are the breasts, pubic area, and bottom for girls and women. They are the penis and bottom for boys and men.

  20. Use Correct Terms • Anatomy (Body Parts) • Boys • Girls • Don’t make up names • Don’t make fun • Show respect

  21. Female Stages of Development

  22. Physical Changes Stage One (up to ages 8-12): • Childhood stage. • No visible signs of pubertal development.

  23. Physical Changes Stage Two (Ages 8-14): • Height and weight increase. • Breast buds start. • Pubic Hair appears.

  24. Physical Changes Stage Three (Ages 9-15): • Height continues to increase. • Breasts - rounder and fuller. • Pubic hair - darker and thicker. • Hips widen. • Vaginal discharge. • Menstruation starts for some girls.

  25. Physical Changes Stage Four (Ages 10-16): • Underarm hair appears. • Nipples and areola become more prominent. • Pubic hair starts to form a triangular patch. • Menstruation for most girls.

  26. Physical Changes Stage Five (Ages 12-19): • Breast development complete. • Pubic hair forms thick triangular patch. • Adult height probably reached. • Menstruation occurs regularly.

  27. Female Reproduction System

  28. Male Reproductive System

  29. It takes sperm from a man and an egg from a woman to make a baby.

  30. Questions? • If you have more questions, talk with your trusted adult. • You will learn more about this in the 8th grade.

  31. Female Anatomy

  32. Menstruation • Menstruation is part of the female reproductive process. • Average 28-day cycle, but different for everyone. • A Period is when you lose fluid at end of the cycle.

  33. Menstrual Cycle

  34. Periods • Usually lasts 3-7 days. • Might not be regular at first. • Only lose about 7 teaspoons of blood.

  35. When Does My Period Start? • Usually between 10-16 years old. • About 2 years after your breasts begin to develop. • Soon after you grow pubic hair. • After you start to notice vaginal discharge.

  36. Calendar Track your period on a calendar.

  37. Cramps What are they? • Aches or cramps in the lower abdomen or along the inner thighs. What can I do? • Take a warm bath. • Hold a heating pad on lower stomach. • Exercise. • Check with an adult before taking medication.

  38. Feminine Protection • Pantiliners • Pads • Tampons

  39. Pantiliners • Worn outside your body, in your underwear. • Use: • When period is light. • As a back-up for tampons. • In between periods to absorb discharge and help keep you fresh every day.

  40. Pads • Worn outside your body, in your underwear. • Many different kinds depending on heaviness of period and body size. • Wings provide extra protection. • Change frequently to keep fresh and dry.

  41. How to Use a Pad 1. Pull off paper strip or wrapper. 2. Attach sticky part securely to center of underwear. 3. For wings, peel off paper strips and wrap around sides of underwear.

  42. How to Get Rid of Pads • Fold it up. • Wrap in tissue or toilet paper. • Put in trash (special cans in ladies room). • Don’t flush down toilet – they clog it! • Wash your hands.

  43. Tampons • Worn inside your body, in your vagina, to absorb menstrual flow. • Range of absorbencies. • Good for swimming and gymnastics. • Change tampon every 4 to 6 hours. • Toxic Shock Syndrome • Safety information inside box.

  44. Healthy Bodies • Stay active – exercise! • Eat nutritious foods. • Regular bathing and dental care. • Personal safety. • Avoid unhealthy substances • Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco.

  45. Good Hygiene Summary • Bathe/shower daily with soap. • Shampoo hair regularly from root to tip. • Control underarm odor and wetness with deodorant or antiperspirant. • Change sweaty clothes.

  46. Get Plenty of Sleep • Makes you healthier and more alert. • The body grows while you are asleep.

  47. Why Good Grooming? • This will help you look and feel good.

  48. Physical Exercise This is an important ingredient in developing a strong body.

  49. Eating Healthy Healthy foods and water help bones grow, muscles get strong and the skin to look nice.

  50. Water • The healthiest substance on the planet. • Lack of water is the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue. • A 2% drop in body water can trigger short-term memory loss (the brain is 95% water). • Even mild dehydration will slow the metabolism by 3% • Drinking eight glasses of water daily can decrease the risk of • Colon cancer by 45% • Bladder cancer by 50 • Death from heart attack for women by 41% and men by 54% CDC, 2007

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