This book is - proudly -
the first puberty book written with queer
(and specifically trans) youth in mind.
An encompassing guide to sexual and social development, safety and health for queer youth and ther families. Covering ALL aspects of LGBT adolescence, both online and off.
The FIRST puberty book featuring information and tools specifically for queer youth and ther parents, guardians and other concerned adults.
Including:
Insight from 25 years of working with teens around sexuality.
LGBT-specific concepts, culture and vocabulary explained!
Stats and advice for transgender youth - as well as other orientations - including social, physical and sexual dynamics of gay, lesbian, asexual, cisgender and bi youth.
The spectrum of queer experience from early awareness and questions through coming out/ transition, as well as future-thinking and making safe choices.
Detailed outlines of social, medical and legal processes involved with transition as well as what happens afterward - including the controversial concepts of passing, puberty blockage and gender neutral bathrooms.
Tips and tools for navigating minority stress, bullying, homphobia and personal safety.
Dozens of resources specifically designed for queer youth.
A special section specifcally written for parents - including what to do (and NOT do) as a parent, professinal or other caring adult in the life of a queer child.