There are wide variations between children. This is yet another reason why parents should talk to their children about their own puberty experiences. Remember, though, that your child's experience is based on many factors not just genetic background or what they have inherited. We'd like to make a few comments on some of the pubertal changes based on what we know children are concerned about. The growth spurt begins with the feet.
Children begin to grow out of their shoes quickly.
They may feel clumsy and trip more often. Athletic kids may find that their abilities decrease for awhile. This is frustrating for some although absolutely normal. Gradually as the rest of the body catches up and the brain adjusts, their clumsiness will lessen and their athletic prowess will return. Neither are the case and the breast growth usually goes away.