New Releases by Amy B. Middleman

Seven gender-diverse youth with support from their loved ones chronicle their experiences as the adolescents affirm their gender identity in the state of Oklahoma, part of America''s heartland. The stories they tell are an incredibly privileged view into the personal journeys they have traveled; they all have a tremendous amount to teach us. This book is intended to serve as a resource for gender-diverse youth and their families who often struggle to find the support they need.

Becoming a teen is an important milestone in every girl’s life. It’s even more important to get answers and advice to the most common health issues girls face from a trusted source. The American Medical Association Girl’s Guide to Becoming a Teen is filled with invaluable advice to get you ready for the changes you will experience during puberty. Learn about these important topics and more: Puberty and what kinds of physical and emotional changes you can expect—from your developing body to your feelings about boys The importance of eating the right foods and taking care of your body Your reproductive system inside and out Starting your period—what it means and how to handle it Thinking about relationships and dealing with new feelings