The average onset of puberty is about two years earlier than a generation ago. The average age of first exposure to porn is 12 for boys and not much later for girls. Those are just a few of the takeaways in a new book, “this is so awkward,” aptly named to break down all things puberty for today’s parents. It was written by pediatrician Cara Natterson, author of the popular “Care & Keeping of You” series, and Vanessa Kroll Bennett. She's a puberty educator and Natterson's co-host of “The Puberty Podcast.” They break down the science and myths of puberty and how parents can better understand what their kids are going through.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 11, 2023 14:16 UTC