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Gender-Diverse & Transgender Children

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This article from the American Academy of Pediatrics provides teens and parents information on gender diversity and tips for talking about gender. This resource provides information regarding:

  • Bender-Diverse & Transgender Children
  • Definitions and frequently used terminology
  • Accepting your child’s gender-diverse identity
  • Gender affirmative care
  • Mental health support for gender-diverse kids
  • When to get help
  • Talk with your pediatrician early & often

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This resource created by American Academy of Pediatrics