I'm 13 and I don't have any boobs whatsoever! I had a growth spurt over the summer and grew about 6 inches.

Now, I'm one of the tallest girls in school. But, everyone makes fun of me by saying I grew up but not out. It really hurts sometimes. What's up with me?!

Kids can be harsh. Try not to take it to heart, even though it can be unavoidable at times. Generally, people make fun of other people because they're uncomfortable about their own insecurities. When you turn out to be a supermodel with your new height no one will be laughing! :)

Remember that everyone develops at different rates and the fact that you just had a major growth spurt means that you are right in the mix of puberty. You will keep growing up (and out) for the next few years. The first signs of breast growth are “breast buds,” or small lumps on your chest. You might also notice a tingly or itchy sensation in your nipples.

If you’re ready to start wearing a bra to make you a bit more comfortable don’t be afraid to ask your mom to go bra shopping a bit early. This will help you prep for when your boobs do come and you’ll already have a style and fit that you are comfortable with. Make sure that you are maintaining a healthy diet, exercising and getting enough sleep. Be patient and your boobs will come (promise!).

An important thing to keep in mind? Everyone comes in all sorts of shapes and sizes and you just happen to be really tall and at the moment, not so curvy. So focus on stuff that doesn't involve your appearance. Are you a great writer? Total math quiz? Always making your pals LOL? It's all about WHO you are not WHAT you look like.

And use your bod to your own advantage, too. Become an awesome bball player, look into modeling and revel in the fact that yep, you can see above that tall guy's head when you go to see New Moon. Wear clothes that bigger-boobed girls can't. Flaunt it!

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11/22/2009 7:00:00 AM