I am already almost 13 and nothing is happening to me! Not even the slightest bud or blossom. Even my friends who are younger than me already have boobs or their periods. My mom got her period when she was 11 and my doctor keeps asking me if there are any changes that I have noticed. I am so self-conscious about my body.
Last year, every girl in my grade thought that growing boobs and stuff was gross and now it's all the rage! Will I ever have a bust or am I going to be a pancake forever?
Hey girl!
I know it can be way tough to be the late bloomer of the bunch. But no worries! A flower that blossoms later still ends up just as gorgeous. I didn't get my period until I was almost 15, and now I look just like all the other curvy gals around.
Delayed Daisy
It's totally normal to feel kinda left out when all your BFFs' bodies are developing. I was a string bean for the longest time, and it wasn't much fun to listen quietly as all my girlies talked about getting their periods, buying bigger bras and getting taller. But what you have keep in mind is that just 'cause it hasn't happened yet, doesn't mean it never will. You're just taking a li'l longer, and that's completely fine.
Lucky Lily
As much as you hate not being able to relate, count yourself lucky! Periods can be a huge pain—literally. You don't have to deal with wearing uncomfortable pads, having nasty cramps, feeling way bloated, and not being able to swim or wear white whenever you want. Also, since you aren't as chesty, you don't have to worry about looking too revealing. It can be exciting when your bod starts changing, but it can also be a hassle!
Positive Petunia
Even though you're not super curvy yet, it doesn't mean you aren't beautiful. Everyone has at least one trait that is to die for. Get jealous glares for your long legs? Complimented on your awesome abs? Wear tanks because of those toned arms? Flaunt it, girl! That doesn't mean wear skimpy skirts every day, but embrace your body the way it is! You're amazing and you def can still turn heads.
Keep your chin up, don't stress, and let nature run its course. You're gorgeous girl, and your body will develop when its ready.
xoxo,
Kristen Y.
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BY CAITLIN R. ON 11/8/2009 7:00:00 AM 121 COMMENTS