Head lice are one of the most common childhood experiences, yet they remain one of the most misunderstood. Parents often panic, children feel embarrassed, and misinformation spreads faster than the lice themselves. Seeking to replace fear with understanding, author and entrepreneur Amy Chinian has released her new children’s book, Everybody Gets Lice, a warm and reassuring resource that helps families navigate lice concerns with confidence instead of shame. The book is now available on Amazon in both Kindle and paperback formats.
Amy, founder of My Hair Helpers, has spent years supporting families through her salon services, mobile visits, national product line made without harsh chemicals, and her nonprofit arm that assists underserved communities. After witnessing how stressed and overwhelmed parents become when lice concerns arise, she recognized that children needed a gentle, clear explanation that would take away the fear.
Everybody Gets Lice teaches children what lice are, how they move from one head to another, and why getting them has nothing to do with being dirty. Written in comforting, kid-friendly language and paired with playful illustrations, the book gives children a basic understanding of the lice life cycle and where nits tend to hide. Instead of reinforcing shame, it empowers young readers with information that helps them feel safe and prepared.
The book also includes a simple guide for parents on how to check for lice, along with a “Lice Expert Quiz” designed to reinforce learning in a positive way. These bonus sections help families approach lice with knowledge rather than panic, turning a typically stressful moment into one of reassurance and connection.
Amy’s credibility comes from personal experience. Years ago, while pregnant with her fifth child, she discovered that she and all her children had lice. The lack of clear guidance and safe solutions left her overwhelmed, and she never forgot the emotional weight of that moment. That experience later became the foundation for My Hair Helpers, which has since grown into one of Southern California’s most trusted resources for families navigating lice concerns.
Today, My Hair Helpers provides salon appointments, mobile services, and a national line of enzyme-based products made without harsh chemicals. Amy also founded Lice Free Forever Charity, which provides services to underserved families facing financial hardship, ensuring that no child is kept out of school simply because they cannot afford help.
“At its heart, this book is meant to reassure families that they are not alone,” Amy said. “Lice concerns happen in every community, and with the right information, families can approach the situation calmly and confidently.”
Ideal for homes, classrooms, school nurses, pediatric offices, community clinics, and libraries, Everybody Gets Lice serves as both an educational tool and a source of comfort. By offering clear facts in a relatable way, the book helps normalize an experience nearly every family encounters at some point.
As children learn that lice are common and manageable, the fear that often surrounds the topic begins to fade. Amy’s mission is simple: to remove stigma through education and compassion.
Everybody Gets Lice is available now on Amazon.
Source: FG Newswire