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Physical and physiological changes

Erection: So, you definitely have noticed more changes happening in your body. Boys will start to notice erections occurring more often when they reach puberty....

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What happens down there?

Erection:

So, you definitely have noticed more changes happening in your body. Boys will start to notice erections occurring more often when they reach puberty. An erection can happen at any time even when you're sleeping. Sometimes you might wake up and your underwear or bed is wet.

And this is normal!

Ejaculation:

  • Is when semen (fluid containing sperm) comes out of the penis.
  • It is the same opening that urine (pee) does.
  • Some boys might feel embarrassed or even guilty about having wet dreams. You shouldn’t. Almost all boys normally experience it at some time during puberty and even as adults.
  • It's a sign that a boy is growing up and the body is preparing for the day in the future.

It's a sign a boy is growing up and the body is preparing for the day in the future when a man might decide to be a father. Semen contains sperm, which can fertilize a woman's egg and begin the process that ends with a baby being born.

Remember!

A boy experiencing wet dreams and erections doesn’t mean to have sex. So avoid any type of sexual experiences during these period, rather engage in a more healthily and productive activities to maintain your physical and mental health.