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Questioning gender and identifying as transgender

Your child’s gender identity is something that they come to understand for themself. If your child is questioning their gender, read more to find out if they might identify as transgender.

Questioning your gender and identifying as transgender

Your gender identity is something that you come to understand for yourself. If you are questioning your gender, read more to find out if you might identify as transgender.

Gender transitioning

Learn more about the options for transitioning and helpful resources for transgender youth and their families.

What is transitioning

Learn more about the options for transitioning and helpful resources for transgender youth and their families.

Scoliosis and emotional issues

Having scoliosis can be emotionally upsetting for young children and teenagers. Find out about some common issues they face, such as negative self-image and increased stress.

Sexuality and cancer (ages 14 and up)

Sexuality is a healthy and normal part of life. Find out what sexuality is, how it is impacted by cancer and what you need to know to make safer choices about sex.

Sexuality and cancer (ages 12 and 13)

Learn about sexuality and how it can be impacted by a cancer diagnosis and treatment. You can also find information on making safer choices about sex.

Other issues related to chemotherapy

Chemotherapy can cause many different issues in addition to hair loss and making you feel sick. Find out about other issues related to chemotherapy and how to manage them.

Behavioural and learning issues

Read about various behavioral problems that premature babies may develop as they grow. In general, the most premature babies are more at risk.

Body image, self-esteem and cancer

Learn about how your teenager's body image and self-esteem can be affected by cancer and treatment and the resources available to help them cope with any issues.

Leukemia and financial issues

Learn about services available for patients and families to assist with finances during your child's leukemia treatment.

Brain tumour resources

This page provides a list of resources that may be helpful to parents of children with brain tumours. These include books, web resources and support groups.

Mental health, wellbeing and celiac disease: Video resources

​Find out how you can find a sense of peace when your world seems overwhelming or when things are getting you down.

How to become more resilient

Find out what mindfulness is, how it can help you to build resilience and lower your stress levels, and different methods to practise mindfulness everyday.

Practical issues of a blood and marrow transplant

Learn where to find financial assistance, during your child's blood and marrow transplant.

Epilepsy: Sex and reproduction

Most people with epilepsy can have full social, sexual and family lives. Read about issues surrounding sex and reproduction for those with epilepsy.

Using gender-inclusive language

​It is important to respect the words people use to describe themselves. Learn about how to be inclusive using gender-neutral language. 

Using gender-inclusive language

No matter how others identify, it is important to respect the words people use to describe themselves. Learn tips about how to be more gender-inclusive and use gender-neutral language.

Psychological therapy and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) and exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction (EILO): Diagnosis

Learn about the different types of diagnostic tests your child may have to help their health-care team determine if your child has VCD or EILO.

Screen time for teens: Overview

Find out what screen time is, how much time you should be spending online and how too much screen time can impact your mental health.

Writing and printing resources

Learn about resources that are available for parents to help their children improve their writing and printing skills.