Dr Melissa Kang and Yumi Stynes are
the best-selling, award-winning authors of four books
together: Welcome to Your Period, Welcome to Your
Boobs, Welcome to Consent and Welcome to Sex.
Most people know Dr Melissa Kang as the
longest-serving expert behind the iconic Dolly Doctor column,
but she’s also a practising medical doctor for
marginalised young people and has academic roles at the
University of Technology Sydney and the University of Sydney.
She is fifth-generation Malaysian-Chinese
Anglo-Australian, which makes specialising in adolescent
sexuality and sexual health all the more interesting. She
continues to speak about these topics in the mainstream
media.
Yumi Stynes is a second-gen Japanese-Australian TV and
radio presenter who, like a lot of us, had to ‘unlearn’ period
shame. She’s currently the host of Ladies, We Need to Talk, an
award-winning podcast that explores all the trickiest topics
and taboos about women’s health, including periods, discharge,
difficult motherhood, and whether or not your vagina is
weird.
‘Highly Recommended. Girls and women of any age will finish
this book feeling empowered. This is a must-have for any library
serving young women on the verge of puberty.’ – Elizabeth
Andersen, Librarian, School Library Connection
‘Stynes and Kang’s definitive guide on menstruation is perfect for
middle-grade readers who want to know what to expect with their
period.’ – Heather Christensen, Voice of Youth Advocates
magazine
‘Latham’s illustrations are colorful and fun and reflect girls from
all different cultural backgrounds, body shapes and sizes, skin
colors, and ages.’ – Heather Christensen, Voice of Youth Advocates
magazine
‘Their candid writing style normalizes the menstrual cycle.’ –
Heather Christensen, Voice of Youth Advocates magazine
‘Confident and upbeat narrative.’ – Heather Christensen, Voice of
Youth Advocates magazine
‘This is the book that I needed as a young girl! This title
answers questions about the menstrual cycle that I did not even
know to ask and presents answers in a fun, casual, and informative
style. In the beginning, the authors invite readers to either read
the book straight through or dip into the sections that answer
specific questions by following the detailed table of contents.
When answering questions about when periods usually start, the
frequency and color of the flow, or how to use different types of
products, the authors put the reader at ease by emphasizing that
there is no single 'normal' answer. Different experiences are
profiled by the authors sharing their stories, as well as Q&A
style breakouts that are answered by women of various ages.
Colorful borders along with fun, uninhibited illustrations help
educate and engage the reader and are inclusive of race, body size,
and differently-abled bodies. The authors provide advice about how
to tackle period poverty issues, suggestions for period
conversation starters with family and friends, how to make a period
pack, and even ideas on how to celebrate your first period. An
illustrated glossary and list of resources including podcasts and
Twitter handles are provided.’ – Elizabeth Andersen,
Librarian, School Library Connection'Casual and engaging, this
seeks to demystify, reassure, and arm readers with information
about menstruation and other aspects of puberty. With the book’s
focus on managing periods and how to prepare, topics range from
menstrual products — both the use and the environmental impact of
each kind — to how to advocate for your needs to parents,
caregivers, coaches, teachers, and friends. Personal stories and
quotes from both other teens and adults are peppered throughout,
and cross-references with page numbers are often provided so
readers can jump to other sections for further reading on specific
topics. Energetic and accessible, this guide serves as a
cheerleader in your corner.' – Kirkus Reviews
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