The appearance (in whatever order) of body odor, underarm perspiration, acne, underarm hair, and pubic hair are all triggered by an event called adrenarche – the adrenal glands beginning to pump out hormones of maturation. These hormones also stimulate a desire for and need for independence.

It’s time for most kids to bathe alone when you notice one of the above signs, and/or the child begins to ask for privacy or act embarrassed about their own or about your body.

Alan Greene MD FAAP

January 26, 2002

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Khanh-Van Le-Bucklin MD & Stephanie D’Augustine M.D.

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August 23, 2008

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