Big Feelings. Brave Kids. Beautiful Books.
Books and activities for kids and teens navigating type 1 diabetes, growth hormone therapy, and hypothyroidism—written by a pediatric endocrinology nurse practitioner.
Real Guides for Kids & Teens
A diabetes diagnosis changes a lot of things — but it doesn’t change who you are.
Living With It is an honest, encouraging guide for kids and teens learning how to navigate life with Type 1 Diabetes. This book goes beyond medical facts and focuses on real life.
Inside, readers will find clear explanations, practical advice, relatable examples, and reassurance from someone who truly understands what living with diabetes is like.
Topics include:
understanding blood sugars and A1C
handling highs and lows
insulin pumps and CGMs
school, sports, sleepovers, and everyday life
dealing with burnout, stress, and emotions
friendships, independence, and growing up with diabetes
The tone is supportive, realistic, and age-appropriate — never babyish or overly clinical.
Perfect for:
newly diagnosed kids and teens
families adjusting to Type 1 Diabetes
diabetes clinics and educators
thoughtful diagnosis gifts
Created by a pediatric nurse practitioner and designed to help kids feel informed, capable, and less alone.
Because diabetes is something you manage — not who you are.
Growing With It is a straightforward, honest guide for older kids and teens going through growth hormone therapy. It explains what’s happening in your body, what to expect from treatment and how to handle the parts that don’t get talked about enough.
Clear information in a way that actually makes sense.
Inside, you’ll find:
Clear explanations without overwhelming medical language
Real talk about injections, side effects, and daily life
Help navigating social situations and feeling self-conscious
Reflection pages to process thoughts and feelings
Practical ways to feel more in control of your care
I’m Still Me Books for Kids
I’m Still ME – My Diabetes Adventure is a joyful, honest story and activity book that helps kids understand blood sugar checks, insulin, emotions, and everything in between. It’s designed to make the hard stuff feel a little easier—and to remind kids that having Type 1 diabetes doesn’t change who they are. Includes a Certificate of Awesomeness!
This isn’t just a book—it’s a survival guide for growth, grit, and greatness.
Told in a hilarious, comic-style format, this story is made for kids navigating growth hormone treatment—and doing it like a boss. From daily shots to weekly routines, awkward growth charts to epic comebacks, this book keeps it real (and really funny).
Whether your kid’s just starting injections or already a GH pro, this story helps them laugh, learn, and remember: growing different doesn’t mean growing wrong.
💥 Bonus: includes a Certificate of Awesomeness and just the right amount of attitude
Fatigue, fuzziness, and feelings that don’t make sense? Sounds like a sleepy butterfly might be to blame.
This beautifully illustrated, comic-style story helps children understand hypothyroidism with kindness, curiosity, and a touch of mystery. Follow a brave main character on a journey to figure out why things feel “off”—and learn how treatment can bring everything back into balance.
Written by a pediatric nurse practitioner, this book gently explains thyroid hormones, symptoms, and treatment while reassuring kids that nothing is “wrong” with them—they’re still themselves. Just a little sleepier than usual.
🦋 A perfect blend of medical insight and emotional support for kids with Hashimoto’s, congenital hypothyroidism, or acquired thyroid conditions.