Here are some previously asked questions from young people about realationships and image.
Question
I'm a virgin, will having sex make my breast and hips grow?
Answer
No. However, if you have sex and get pregnant your breasts and tummy will certainly grow!
Question
The skin on the inside of my vagina is really stretched and there is a lot of extra skin. Also, the edges are discoloured. I have no idea what this is from because I've never had sex. Is this normal and will it go away?
Answer
I have worked as a midwife for many years and know that the range of normal for this part of our body is large, unlike faces and hands, which we all see and know are unique to each, this part of our anatomy is also unique to us. The description above easily fits in the normal range.
Question
Hi, I'm a boy of 12 and I'm getting these feelings that I don't know if I'm gay or straight and its badly upsetting me, please can you help me with some answers thanks.
Answer
Hi - don't worry. It is very normal to feel like this. Don't feel under pressure to make any decisions just yet as you are still young. Your feelings will probably become clearer as you get older, and although it is hard to wait, just try to enjoy your friendships with boys and girls, for who they are. If these feelings continue to upset you talk to a friendly trustworthy adult or the school nurse or visit the young peoples clinic.
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I'm 16 and already have saggy breasts. As you can imagine this really gets to me and I feel very uncomfortable with myself. Is there anything I can do to change them?
Answer
It is not unusual for girls to feel unhappy about the size and shape of their breasts. It is unusual however for breasts to become saggy at 16 as the supporting ligaments should not have become stretched. To prevent such stretching and to reduce your feeling of saggy breasts a good fitting bra is recommended. Bra fitting is available at good lingerie departments and shops which may include Marks and Spencers and does not oblige you to buy. Measurement should include measuring underneath the breasts to assess rib cage size and around the chest across the nipple to get a correct cup size. You may also feel more comfortable with a wider strapped bra. There are lots of different bras and crops tops available now so you can look trendy and have an effective bra support!