The New Puberty with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler

Puberty is starting earlier—and for many parents, it’s arriving
before they or their kids feel ready. In this episode, Dr. Becky
sits down with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, author of
The Crucial Years: Early Interventions in Education and
Childcare, to unpack why puberty today looks so different for
our kids than it did for us—and what caregivers can do to support
them through it.


Together, they explore the emotional and physical shifts that are
arriving sooner than expected, the impact of today’s culture on
tweens, and practical tools for navigating this new stage with
connection, clarity, and compassion.


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