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Early puberty

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Ifeelbetterwhenimdancing · 23/02/2026 19:45

My 6 yo DS (almost 7) has been to the GP and they suspect he may be going through a very early puberty. Has anyone else been through the same at such a young age? The GP has referred him to hospital. I’m a bit worried about using deodorants at such a young age. Anyone got any advice / words of wisdom? Thanks in advance

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AutismMum2017 · 23/02/2026 23:47

Is your child ND? I only ask because ND children do tend to hit puberty a little younger than most I believe xx

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Ifeelbetterwhenimdancing · 24/02/2026 16:19

AutismMum2017 · 23/02/2026 23:47

Is your child ND? I only ask because ND children do tend to hit puberty a little younger than most I believe xx

No he isn’t. His Dad went through puberty early though

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RollonSpringplease · 24/02/2026 17:00

If he needs to use deodorant, let him. He'll be bullied for being the smelly child.

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