There may be an increase in hair growth. This will happen not only in the pubic area, but also under the arms and on the legs. Many women may decide to shave this hair.
The girl's body shape will also begin to change. There may be an increase not only in height and weight, but the hips may get wider as well. There may also be an increase in fat in the buttocks, legs, and stomach. These are normal changes that may happen during puberty.
Her body size will increase, with the feet, arms, legs, and hands beginning to grow in advance of the body. This may cause a girl to feel clumsy.
As the puberty hormones increase, teens may have an increase in oily skin and sweating. This is a normal part of growing. It's important to wash daily, including the face. Acne may develop.
Teen girls will also menstruate, or have menstrual periods, often every month. This begins when the body starts making more hormones to get ready for reproduction. Over time, the body begins to release eggs from the ovaries. This means that the teen girl is able to get pregnant. If the egg is not fertilized, the lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina.
