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EPISODE · Mar 21, 2025 · 35 MIN

Puberty Is Starting Earlier. Should Parents Worry?

from Chasing Life · host CNN Podcasts

Research shows that kids are starting puberty earlier than ever, with the average age now beginning at 8 for girls and 9 for boys. But what does this mean for their long-term health? Sanjay sits down with Dr. Cara Natterson, a pediatrician and expert on adolescent health, to discuss the implications of early puberty, what's driving the shift, and what anyone with a young person in their life needs to know to navigate this crucial time.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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