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If you want to dive deeper into a of self-care: Period preparation and product guides Skincare routines for changing skin Confidence-building exercises for social situations
: Offers practical advice on nutrition, the importance of sleep, and staying active with regular exercise. General Wellbeing
The book, written by Valorie Schaefer , provides a "head-to-toe" overview of the physical and emotional changes that occur during puberty. It covers fundamental hygiene—such as brushing teeth and face washing—alongside more complex topics like: the care and keeping of you
Good care isn’t about being “pretty”—it’s about feeling clean, capable, and comfortable in your own skin.
The book taught girls that most of them are wearing the wrong size bra. Guess what? Most adult women are too. The principle holds: Take the time to measure yourself. Comfort is not vanity; it is posture and lung capacity. If you want to dive deeper into a
| | How Often | Pro Tip | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hair washing | 2–3x per week (oily hair may need every other day) | Focus shampoo on the scalp, conditioner on the ends only. | | Bathing | Daily (or every other day if skin is very dry) | Use a washcloth to gently exfoliate arms, legs, and back. | | Teeth | Twice daily + flossing once | Flossing removes the smell-causing gunk between teeth that brushing misses. | | Hands | Before eating, after bathroom, after touching shared surfaces | Sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice while scrubbing with soap. | | Private area | Daily with warm water only (no soap inside) | Soap can disrupt natural pH and cause irritation or odor. Water alone is perfect. |
This is where the training wheels come off. Volume 2, also written by Dr. Natterson, dives into the more complex emotional and physical terrain of the middle teen years: The book taught girls that most of them
: Covers essential routines like daily washing, dental care (including tips for braces), and hair care. Body Changes
As the original volume says in its opening pages: "This is your body. You are going to have it for a very long time."