Bess Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 My 9 year old dd has been complaining about her chest being sore. I didn't really think much of it, because she is only 9 and skinny and I didn't get my period until I was 13 (same with my mother). Well, today she told me there were lumps there... and sure enough, I felt, and on the left there was a hardish lump under one of her breasts and a smaller one under the other. Is this a normal part of the beginning of puberty? Can this happen already even if puberty for her is years away? Like I said, she is very skinny and I wouldn't think she should be developing this early. Is it normal to have lumps under the breasts? Do you think I should be concerned? Thanks for enlightening me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blessedfamily Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Your pediatrician can feel and tell you for sure. It varies, but breast bud development can be 2 to 2 1/2 years before menses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vettechmomof2 Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 I was also going to say breast buds. This can be normal and it might take a few years before her cycle starts but the body will start changing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maria/ME Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Oh, yeah...my daughter was 8...I was probably 10. It varies, so, even within family's...but I would still say check with the Dr. to make sure. And now go read all the threads about the roller coaster emotions of the 9-12 year olds!!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katalaska Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 My dd just turned 9 this past week and has one bud on one side and virtually nothing on the other. The bud has been there for 4-6 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daisy Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Yep, normal. My 9.5 experienced the same thing a couple of months after her 9th birthday. She started with one and now has both. Sigh. My baby is growing up. She is super moody, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blessedfamily Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Bess, If you look up stages of puberty at any medical website you'll see all of the previously mentioned symptoms.;breast buds on one side or both, painful breast buds, etc. I'm with everyone else. I'd get myself ready for the mood swings. :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphabetika Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 My dd started developing around that age, was wearing a small bra by age 10, but she didn't start her cycle until she was 13. This was similar to my own development, but it certainly felt different from a mom's point of view! I remember feeling so grown-up in both of these instances, but from my p.o.v. with my dd, 10 still seeemed soooooo young! My 2nd dd is now 10 and skinny as a rail, no signs of development at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Mom Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 I don't have any experience with this, as in with my own dc, but I've heard discussions from several sources claiming that "development" is actually happening earlier. An interesting theory is one implicating the increased consumption of steroids/growth hormones through dairy products (among others). Don't know if there's any truth to that or if it was just a rumor started by organic dairy farmer somewhere :glare:. It worked to win my vote for organic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne in MN Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 She was probably nine when her breast buds started showing and feeling sore too. Can't say as I've noticed any mood swings, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bess Posted January 18, 2009 Author Share Posted January 18, 2009 I don't have any experience with this, as in with my own dc, but I've heard discussions from several sources claiming that "development" is actually happening earlier. An interesting theory is one implicating the increased consumption of steroids/growth hormones through dairy products (among others). Don't know if there's any truth to that or if it was just a rumor started by organic dairy farmer somewhere :glare:. It worked to win my vote for organic. We've always done organic too so, it's probably not that in our case. I'm just floored that she is actually starting puberty. I can't believe it. I know I could have googled this info, but honestly I didn't want to considering the topic (didn't know what would come up!). So, thanks everyone for responding. It's funny the things you forget from childhood... I don't remember having lumps under there before developing breasts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bess Posted January 18, 2009 Author Share Posted January 18, 2009 Are there any christian children's books that talk about periods for girls? I'm not looking for one to describe details of intercourse... just what is happening with the girl's body during these changes. I've glanced at "The Care and Keeping of You" before in the bookstore and didn't care for certain aspects, so I was wondering if there was an alternative? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Plus - how old where the women on her dad's side of the family? Whereas my sister and I started early (ages just 11 for her, almost 12 for me), my women in-laws were older...has have been my girls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bess Posted January 18, 2009 Author Share Posted January 18, 2009 Plus - how old where the women on her dad's side of the family? Whereas my sister and I started early (ages just 11 for her, almost 12 for me), my women in-laws were older...has have been my girls. That's a good question. Not sure actually (and don't feel comfortable asking!). Still...she is just so skinny...one of the other reasons I'm so surprised. Well, it is what it is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blessedfamily Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 That's a good question. Not sure actually (and don't feel comfortable asking!). Still...she is just so skinny...one of the other reasons I'm so surprised. Well, it is what it is! I followed the women on my dad's family too. I was hoping skinny was going to help my dd put off puberty longer. We'll see. And yes, we buy organic too. The reason we do it is because pesticides mimic estrogen. We get enough environmental estrogen w/out adding more. Can't elimante everything, but we do what we can. KWIM? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smg0918 Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 My daughter started developing breast buds about five months before her ninth birthday. She is also starting to sprout hair under her arms and in her nether regions. I don't remember developing breasts that young (I'm actually still waiting at the ripe old age of 44 :laugh: ), but I did get my first period at 11. I am so not ready for my kids to grow up. They're still my babies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMe Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 My dd had this about 2 months ago. Hard lump on one side not on the other. Now it's on the other side. I took her to the dr. and yes, it's breast buds. She said a year before puberty actually hits. She drinks organic milk and yes it's hormone free and get this....she's 8.5! I was 15! But as far as the lumps, could be mild mastitis. Warm compresses and ibuprofen will help ease the pain. That's what my dr said. I think it's a huge drag. I mean 8.5? Wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Fairy Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Bess, Kate Ca recommended this book series in another thread, and it is just awesome. My dd has read the first one, and I'll get the next one when she begins menstruating. Beautifully Made Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candleinaustin Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I had them around 9-10 and I didn't get my period until 13. I remember getting them at 9 or 10 because my sister around 12-13 would hit me in the chest (right on the buds) to hurt me. :-O And, well - I can still remember that pain. Bless her heart, I hope she transitions quickly and that nobody picks on her during this delicate time in her life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaof2andtwins Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Are there any christian children's books that talk about periods for girls? I'm not looking for one to describe details of intercourse... just what is happening with the girl's body during these changes. I've glanced at "The Care and Keeping of You" before in the bookstore and didn't care for certain aspects, so I was wondering if there was an alternative? I bought one from Queen Homeschool. I can't remember the title. It was a little pink booklet and probably cost about $3.00. It was good. They have one for boys, too. Jennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaof2andtwins Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 My oldest dd started when she was about 9 and did not start her menes until she was over 12 1/2. Jennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfarm Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Regarding organic vs. non-organic food contributing to early puberty, I'm not sure there is a direct link. From what I have read, it has more to do with extra or high quality nutrients, not so much the chemicals. Don't get me wrong, I do think there are several health problems that will be linked to estrogenic chemicals in our foods, but so far, I don't see early maturation being one of them. When in doubt though...I try to steer as clear as I can from them. I am starting to wonder if a number of girls tend to be similar to the women on their fathers' sides. My dd seems to be inheriting her father's mother's ample chest and curves much more so that I ever had as a child. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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