Puberty typically begins between the ages of 9 and 11, which is when physical changes start to appear. The Tanner stages are used to describe specific changes that children and teens may experience during puberty.
By Ashley Marcin. Medically reviewed by Carissa Stephens, R.N., CCRN, CPN
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Navigating puberty: the Tanner stages







