10 Tips for Parents of Gay Kids

So, your kid came out to you as a member of the LGBTQ+ community! Perhaps you are feeling great about the fact that they shared this part of themselves with you, but there’s also a chance that you have questions or concerns, or just aren’t quite sure what comes next! Dannielle Owens-Reid and Kristin Russo, authors of This Is a Book for Parents of Gay Kids pared down their advice for parents of LGBTQ+ kids to their 10 most important tips to help you ensure that your kid feels supported, comforted, and loved! Read Dannielle and Kristin's full list on The Advocate!

Also, if you haven't already ordered your copy, check out This Is a Book for Parents of Gay Kids, available wherever books are sold!

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