My kid is exploring their gender and asked me to tell my super Christian parents about it. Should I wait until my kid has settled on an identity that fits them?
Read MoreHow can I teach my kids that a person's appearance does not tell you anything about their gender or pronouns?
Read MoreMy gender nonconforming son has found a new hobby, but will people think it's inappropriate for a 9-year-old?
Read MoreThis book shows kids and adults alike that there's nothing strange about a boy who likes to knit!
Read MoreThe holiday season is upon us—here's some advice on talking to your relatives about your child's gender nonconforming wish list!
Read MoreMy child just started using they/them pronouns, but so far they just don't seem that DIFFERENT to me. Am I missing something?
Read MoreMy young trans son wants to start hormones, and I don't know what to do.
Read MoreMy gender nonconforming son tends to push boundaries when it comes to clothes, makeup, and hair.
Read MoreOur son is 11 year old and just started wearing eyeliner at home. How do we navigate supporting him at his Catholic school?
Read MoreSome people wear special pieces of clothing called binders to flatten their chests. Here are some tips for using binders correctly and safely!
Read MoreThis year, your son wants to go trick-or-treating as a princess. How do you prepare for the potential push-back from other parents?
Read MoreFamily gatherings are plentiful this time of year. How do you make sure your relatives don't shame your son for playing with dolls? Be confident, be consistent, and talk to your son with honesty and love.
Read MoreToday, a parent is struggling with the stares and looks of confusion strangers give their trans daughter because she doesn't "pass." In this very important piece, Karen Thompson talks about passing privilege and supporting your child despite other people's disapproval.
Read MoreToday, Grace Manger gives advice to a parent whose daughter wants to cut her hair short. The parent is concerned that either a) this is her daughter's way of coming out or b) people will think she is a lesbian because of her haircut. What to do at the hair salon?
Read MoreKaren Thompson shares her perspective and advice with a parent who saw a picture posted online of their son dressed in drag, and is unsure of what that means about his gender identity.
Read MoreDannielle Owens-Reid, co-founder of My Kid Is Gay, gives tips to a parent who wants to be supportive of their child's clothing choices over the holidays without making assumptions about gender identity.
Read MoreJulie Tarney gives tips for navigating gender-neutral holiday gift giving!
Read MoreKaren Thompson gives advice for supporting a child who is being bullied by the other boys in school because they think his choice of backpack is too feminine.
Read More"In August of last year I decided to grow my hair out to what I like to call 'lady length.' I told everyone it was because I’d wanted to for a while... If you want to know the truth, I was tired of being called ‘sir’ at the airport."
Read MoreJulie Tarney, author of My Son Wears Heels, offers advice to a parent who is concerned about their son being stigmatized because of his femininity and friendships with girls.
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