How can I Help my Child Transition to the other gender?

If your child definitely wants to eventually transition to the other gender, and their care team agree, then they can choose to suppress puberty with hormone blockers. This is still completely reversible, so if they change their minds, they can stop taking the hormone blockers and puberty will commence as usual.

Do christchristians struggle with same sex attraction?

Christians may struggle with same-sex attraction, but that does not make them homosexuals. We are new creations in Christ. So, Christian parents can approach their child as broken people and offer to struggle together through their imperfections.

How do you deal with a religious child who is LGBTQ?

DON’T Use religion to shame them. If your family is religious, chances are your kid is already carrying some shame and conflict between their identity and their religious upbringing. Prove them wrong by learning about the world of LGBTQ religious followers and leaders who welcome people with all different sexualities and gender identities.

What happens if your child comes out to you as LGBTQ?

Though the risk of rejection may be less if your parents also identify as LGBTQ, the potential is still there. So if your child comes out to you, or a friend’s child comes out to them, there are plenty of things you can do (and some things you should definitely not do) to best support your child.

What should I do if I want to come out as transgender?

If you choose to come out as transgender, make sure it’s to people you trust and that you have a support system in place. This can include friends, family, or a support group. It’s important to feel as confident as possible that coming out won’t jeopardize your safety, health, or living situation. How do I come out to my parents and friends?

What was your son’s first priority after his gender transition?

The first priority for my son was taking hormones and initiating the process for having chest surgery, although it’s different for everybody. He had already begun the social gender role transition and so wanted to continue building upon that.

How can I find support for my child who is LGBT?

Mermaids also have a parent support group and is a particularly helpful resource for younger children. Depending on where you live, it’s worth looking into local LGBT support groups. Research your local area online. They may have support groups that your child can go to, as well as parent support groups you can attend.