Wade previously spoke to Variety in May 2022, offering advice for parents of trans children.“[Think of] the moment when you were in the hospital and you grabbed your daughter, and you looked at your daughter,” he said. “All the things that went through your mind and all the emotions...
E-care package- for parents of trans kids. By a team who identify as trans. Asks you to think about your relationship with gender. Some, for example, identify as women and get their hair and nails done while others identify as women and don’t want any of that. We all negotiate gend...
Write a letter to trans youth Transgender and nonbinary kids are vulnerable and scared. The Human Rights Commission’s Parents for Transgender Equality Council is collecting letters in support of trans children, to remind them they’re loved and supported. You can submit your letter on the HRC ...
However, the lingering effects of previous generations' prejudices might make things more uncertain for parents than for children. You might wonder how to support your LGBTQ+ child because you've never seen it modeled through other parents. Whether your child...
The emotional costs of waiting are compounded by the material costs of accessing the limited number of specialist services. Experiences could be improved through ensuring GPs and CAMHS are better prepared, expanding access to trans-specific support groups for those caring for children and young people...
These parents love their queer children! Images: Shutterstock; Swan Gallet/WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images; Shutterstock We love to see good parenting! As queer people, we know that few things are as important to mental and physical health than having a supportive family, and these famous ...
There have been numerous attempts to legislate trans people’s restroom use based on allegations that we are sexually exploitative. These laws are framed not as infringements on the rights of transgender people but as “protection” for women, children, and others. Those in favor of “bath...
“But what if the parents do not support the transgender student?” asks another teacher. “We can’t refer to children by the name or pronoun of their choice or treat them as their chosen gender without a parent’s permission - our hands are tied.” It’s not as simple as that, say...
As transgender youth across the nation feel confused and different, Kids In The House experts would like to echo Graham’s statement and help parents support and understand their children better. Dr. Johannah Olson, the Medical Director for the Center for Transyouth Health and Development at ...
Parenting Beyond Words offers support, resources, and coaching for parents of all kinds who struggle with their children's behavior or just want a better relationship with their kids. PBW offers support for parents of toddlers, elementary, teens, transge