Suggestions for parents and caregivers of a young person with a developmental disability who has just started or is about to start menstruating. Menstrual suppression of periods is also discussed.
Puberty is a stage of development where your child's body starts to take on adult form. Learn about puberty in girls and how to talk to your daughter about puberty.
A list of resources for when your child is transitioning to adult care.
Menstruation is experienced by people with female reproductive systems. Learn about menstruation and what makes up a normal menstrual cycle.
An essential list of books, videos, and websites to aid new parents in raising a child to the best of their abilities.
A list of resources for transitioning to adult care.
An easy-to-understand overview of this important stage in a young person's development.
Detailed information on the effect that brain tumour treatment may have on a girl’s pubertal development and fertility.
Menstrual suppression uses medications to make periods more manageable. The following decision aid will help you learn about the options available for menstrual suppression and identify the options that may be best for your child or teen.
Find answers to questions that teens may have as they go through puberty. Also find information on what you need to know before getting a tattoo or piercing.
Learn how psychotherapy and lifestyle changes can help your child cope with anxiety.
Read about the causes and symptoms of juvenile myoclonic epilepsy and how the condition is treated.
Read about tips and tricks for finding a primary health-care provider on your own.
Find out how to recognize the signs of acute pain at home and how your teen's pain is assessed in medical settings.
Learn how children and adolescents express stress through their thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Find some strategies on how you can help your child.
A learning disability can be related to reading, writing or math. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of learning disabilities.
Learn what to expect when your child makes the switch to adult care, and how to prepare them for taking charge of their own care.
Watch this video to learn about the importance of consent, capacity and confidentiality in health care and what your rights are as a patient.
Children with chronic health issues may be more likely to be bullied and also have parents that are overprotective. Learn what you can do to deal with these issues.
This guide outlines what children can understand about sexuality and reproduction at different stages.
Having 'the talk' isn't always easy. Find advice for parents and caregivers on talking to their kids about sex and reproduction.
Watch this video for tools to cope with uncertainty and unknowns about the future. This video can help you focus on what you can control right now.
Most scoliosis research focuses on girls. Read about the similarities and differences between boys and girls in their experiences with scoliosis.
Learn about the causes of anxiety, how to tell if your child has an anxiety disorder and how best to respond.
Amenorrhea is the prolonged absence of a menstrual period. Learn about amenorrhea, possible causes and how it can be treated.
