Publications

AboutFace publishes an international newsletter with stories about common experiences, as well as current information and resources. We also produce a series of booklets, brochures, pamphlets, information sheets and resource guides. These are created to address the needs of all our members –families, children, adults, health care professionals and educators.

We offer AboutFace members a complimentary copy of our print resources and encourage health care providers to order a supply to support and educate their clients. To access our complete publication and resource list, please view our Order Form.

AboutFace Pamphlets

	The AboutFace General Pamphlet includes an overview of our programs and services and a membership registration form. It is available in English and French.		The AboutFace Peer-to-Peer Networking Brochure includes program information and an application form.
	My Baby Has A Facial Difference is a guide addressing common medical, social and emotional issues for new parents as they begin the journey of raising a child born with a facial difference. It is available in English and French.		Coping With Teasing and Bullying provides strategies and practical solutions to help kids deal and respond to these situations.
	You, Your Child and the Craniofacial Team is a guide for parents to help understand and become effective participants in the “team approach” to medical treatment of craniofacial conditions. It is available in English and French.

AboutFace Resource Sheets

For a listing of our Resource Sheets please view the Publication and Resource Order Form.

AboutFace Booklets

	The AboutFace Newsletter is published quarterly and includes personal stories and addresses treatment issues, current resources and trends relevant to living with a facial difference. | learn more >>		Acquiring A Facial Difference: Skin Cancer helps patients understand the physical and mental health challenges of acquiring a facial difference and provides information on types of facial cancer, treatment options, rehabilitation and options for support.
	Apert, Crouzon and other Craniosynostosis Syndromes provides information on these craniosynostosis syndromes, details treatment phases, procedures and key psychosocial considerations for parents.		Building Bridges Across Difference and Disability: A Resource Guide For Health Care Providers is for professionals who have direct contact with people living with facial differences and disabilities. | learn more >>
	Face Values is a collection of personal stories providing insight into the feelings, attitudes and self image of women living with facial differences. | learn more >>		Hemangiomas and Vascular Malformations includes an overview of these conditions for parents detailing treatment options, preparing kids for social interaction and an adult perspective.
	Microtia explains the condition, impact, treatment timing and options, offers support to parents and an adult perspective.		Moebius Syndrome details the condition for parents including associated medical problems, social considerations and the personal reflections of an adult living with Moebius Syndrome.
	Talking About Body Image, Identity, Disability and Difference: A Facilitators Manual is designed for professionals who want to implement workshops to help explore, develop and strengthen the social skills of individuals with facial differences and disabilities. | learn more >>		Making Faces: Logan's Cleft Lip and Palate Story is a picture story book that documents the cleft treatment process from birth to young adulthood through the personal journey of Logan Bristow. The story touches on many of the issues families face when their child is born with a cleft. | learn more >> | preview the book >>

Educational Programs

	Jessie’s Blessing is a picture storybook and interactive CD for kids ages 3-7. | learn more >>		Facing Differences is an interactive resource (in-class video and program guide) for kids ages 8-12. | learn more >>