LGBTQ/Transgender Health

Terminology

Out Maine

• LGBTQ+ Terminology | Resources OUT Maine

LGBTQ+

American Academy of Pediatrics

• Two short YouTube videos produced by the AAP featuring role-play to model potentially difficult conversations:
  • Exploring Gender Identity
  • Caring for LGBTQ Youth

Out Maine

• Family-Resources-Dos-and-Donts.pdf (outmaine.org)

Healthychildren.org

• Coming Out: Information for Parents of LGBTQ Teens

Trans Health

Gender Spectrum -

• Gender Spectrum Homepage - Gender Spectrum

OUT Maine

• Binding Safety/Information
• Out Maine offers a free binder program for individuals between the ages of 14 and 22, who needs one and cannot afford to purchase or safely obtain one.
• Extended General Terminology List
• OUT Maine Podcast: OUT Maine is aiming to create a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ youth, the LGBTQ+ community, and everyone interested in learning about LGBTQ+ topics.

Healthychildren.org

Gender Diverse & Transgender Children

Trans Youth Equality Foundation

• Transgender books, reading lists, factsheets, and advice about supporting your child through their gender journey.

Other Resources

• gc2b - A quality binder brand
• The LGBTQ+ Guide to Online Safety
• Family Behaviors That Increase Your LGBTQ Child's Health & Well-Being