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Why National Coming Out Day Still Matters

October 11 is National Coming Out Day. Here are 4 reasons why coming out is still a big deal.

Lists, PoliticsGrace MangerOctober 11, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out

“I Didn’t Know How to Tell My Friends.” Michele's Coming Out Story

When it came to telling other people about Zoe’s sexuality, we mostly didn’t. But, of course, as with everything else, things were a little more complicated than they initially seemed.

Personal Stories, Coming Out StoriesGrace MangerSeptember 19, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out

What if our family disowns my kid?

I accept my son for who he is, but I don’t think the rest of the family will feel the same way. How can I support him if everyone else reacts poorly?

Coming Out, Dear MKIG, Telling OthersGrace MangerJuly 19, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out, Extended family

"What Did I Do Wrong?" Lynn's Coming Out Story

"It only took me a couple of days to realize that what I really needed to be focused on was not what I did or didn’t do in her childhood. That was in the past and couldn’t be changed."

Personal Stories, Coming Out StoriesGrace MangerMay 30, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, #this is our book, #thisisourbook, Advice, Coming Out

5 LGBTQ Podcasts to Start Listening To

Podcasts can be incredible resources to learn new things and, in the case of these five podcasts, become a better ally to the LGBTQ community.

Gender, Books + TV, Lists, Non-Binary, TransgenderGrace MangerMay 16, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out, Genderqueer, nonbinary, trans*, transgender

How Do I Support My Son After His Dad Left Our Family?

If you are thinking that this is all a lot, you are right, but if you are thinking that you are alone, you are wrong.

Coming Out, Dear MKIGGrace MangerMay 10, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out

"I'll Always Remember the Day He Told Us": Sergio's Coming Out Story

We asked the question that parents rarely know not to ask: “Are you sure?”

Personal Stories, Coming Out StoriesGrace MangerApril 19, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, #this is our book, #thisisourbook, Advice, Coming Out

My Gay Kid Is Lucky... But He Shouldn’t Have to Be

"My son is just a kid. He should be able to go to any school in our area and know that his school will protect him from hate. But that’s not where we live."

Personal Stories, Young Children, Coming Out, Students + TeachersGrace MangerApril 4, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out

The Giant Rainbow Iceberg: Bex’s Coming Out Story

"While it’s difficult, the more I do it, the more confident I feel, the more normal it becomes, and the more I start feeling like myself."

Personal Stories, Coming Out StoriesGrace MangerMarch 27, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Coming Out, nonbinary

My Daughter's Friend Came Out to Her, What Should I Do?

There's a bully at school, and my daughter's best friend is questioning his sexual orientation. Should I tell his mom?

Bullying, Coming Out, Coming Out, Dear MKIG, Telling Others, Students + TeachersGrace MangerMarch 20, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Bullying, Coming Out

Am I Betraying My Kid If I Stay at a Non-Affirming Church?

My son came out and doesn't feel safe attending the church we've been a part of for over a decade. Is it ok if I keep going?

Religion, Coming Out, Dear MKIGGrace MangerMarch 13, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Christianity, Coming Out, Religion

6 Things to Do When Your Child Comes Out as Transgender

After your child comes out as trans, do these 6 things first.

Gender, ListsGrace MangerFebruary 27, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out, Gender expression, Pronouns, trans*, transgender

Coming Out as Transgender And Gay

When your kid comes out as transgender AND gay, approach the topic with an open mind, and leave behind your ideas about what is “right” or “wrong” when it comes to who we are and who we love based on gender.

Coming Out, Dear MKIG, Terminology, Transgender, GenderGrace MangerFebruary 15, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Changing names, Coming Out, Gender expression, Phase, Pronouns, trans*, transgender

Depression and Coming Out

My son struggles with depression and it's only gotten worse since he came out as bisexual. How can I support him?

Coming Out, Dear MKIG, Mental HealthGrace MangerFebruary 6, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Bisexual, Bisexuality, Coming Out, Mental Health

Defining: Outing

What does it mean to out someone, and why is it not ok?

Defining SeriesGrace MangerJanuary 30, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out, Defining

7 Ways To Support Someone Who’s Changing Their Name & Pronouns

Step one: Use the new, correct name and pronouns all the time—even when they’re not there to hear you, even when you’re just thinking about them in your head.