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Back about 2012 I began looking for a book for boys about puberty and growing up. I looked EVERYWHERE. It was strange but while I had no problem finding a book for his older sister when I needed one, I could not find a great book for guys.

What I ended up with was [book:The Boys Body Book: Everything You Need to Know for Growing Up YOU|1857784]. And while it covered most of the material I wanted, I loathed the negative approach that included suggesting to boys that it's normal to not want to talk to the adults in their life. (That might be true for some kids, but I assure you that there are plenty of young guys who talk to their moms and dads, aunts and uncles... about everything.)

So I read the book and didn't give it our son.

Now, rocket forward to 2017. My now 15 year-old dude doesn't need this book anymore, but I now have in hand a book I can work with. GUY STUFF by Dr. Natterson is upbeat and formatted to be fun with goofy artwork in places, and lots of discussions about all the changes that are in the works.

GUY STUFF covers everything from the hair explosion, to growth patterns, diet, sports safety, and how to deal with embarrassing topics. IT IS NOT a perfect book, but it is absolutely the best out there at this time. It's not, for example, a book for a 15 year old, but it should be great for pre- and early teens.

Which makes it good for parents. I remember at the time one of the things I wanted from a book was how to approach these topics. What I found is that sometimes our boy would approach me and sometimes his dad when he had a question. With a book like this you will find yourself more prepared and organized. And you can leave the book around for sisters and younger brothers to read, not just the boy that needs it to get his 'head around' what is coming in the near future.

RECOMMEND. Best book our family has found.