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Heading Back to School? We Are Here to Help!

Heading back to school can be stressful for LGBTQIA young people—and their parents! We’ve compiled past advice and resources to help you have a happy and safe school year.

Young Children, Bullying, College Bound, For Teachers, Students + TeacherstheparensprojectAugust 29, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Bullying, College, school, teachers

How Do I Talk to My Christian Parents About My Kid’s Gender Exploration?

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?

Young Children, Dear MKIG, Expression, Telling Others, Religion, GenderGrace MangerJuly 26, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Extended family, Genderqueer, Questioning, nonbinary, Religion

What Is Gender Therapy, and How Do I Find a Good Therapist for My Kid?

Gender therapy can be really helpful for many trans and non-binary people. Here's what you need to know as a parent!

Young Children, Transitioning, GenderGrace MangerJuly 5, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, transgender

"Pride" Tells the History of the Rainbow Flag, But Needs Some Other Books to Prop It Up

This new children's book is the first of its kind to explain the history of the rainbow Pride flag. I just wish it showed what our community really looks like.

Young Children, Books, Books + TV, MediaGrace MangerJuly 3, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Book review, Pride

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

Here’s How to Explain Gender Identity and Expression to Kids

How can I teach my kids that a person's appearance does not tell you anything about their gender or pronouns?

Gender, Young Children, Dear MKIG, Expression, Gender, Gender, Pronouns, Talking to Young Kids, TerminologyGrace MangerMarch 15, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Gender expression, Pronouns

My Trans Kid's Grandma Is Transphobic

Here’s some hard talking advice. It’s not fun. It’s not pretty.

Gender, Young Children, Dear MKIG, Gender, Gender, TransgenderGrace MangerFebruary 8, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Extended family, trans*, transgender

Should I Indulge My Young, Gender Nonconforming Son’s Interest in Middle Eastern Dance?

My gender nonconforming son has found a new hobby, but will people think it's inappropriate for a 9-year-old?

Gender, Young Children, Dear MKIG, Expression, Gender, Gender, Non-BinaryGrace MangerFebruary 1, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Genderqueer, nonbinary

Nervous About a New Years Kiss

My daughter and her girlfriend will be at our New Years Eve party this year, and I'm not so sure about seeing them kiss at midnight. Can I ask her not to?

Young Children, Dear MKIG, Holidays, Partners, Talking to Young Kids, Telling OthersGrace MangerDecember 27, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Dating, Extended family, Holidays

We Need More Books Like "Made by Raffi"

This book shows kids and adults alike that there's nothing strange about a boy who likes to knit!

Young Children, Books, Books + TV, Expression, Media, GenderGrace MangerDecember 18, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Book review

My Son Likes Nail Polish, but Our Relatives Gift Only “Boy” Toys

The holiday season is upon us—here's some advice on talking to your relatives about your child's gender nonconforming wish list!

Young Children, Dear MKIG, Expression, Holidays, Telling Others, GenderGrace MangerDecember 7, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Extended family, Holidays

Getting Your Kids Involved in Activism

The horrors of Trump have made me want to get my kids more involved in activism. But is talking about Trump age-appropriate?

Young Children, Dear MKIG, Talking to Young KidsGrace MangerOctober 19, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Activism, Advice, Intersectionality

When Is a Good Time to Start a Medical Transition?

My young trans son wants to start hormones, and I don't know what to do.

Gender, Young Children, Coming Out, Dear MKIG, Expression, Gender, Gender, Mental Health, Terminology, TransitioningGrace MangerOctober 10, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Gender expression, Hormones, Mental Health, trans*, transgender

Interviewing Laurie Frankel, Author of "This Is How It Always Is"

Grace Manger got to chat with author Laurie Frankel about her new novel "This Is How It Always Is," which centers a transgender child and her family.

Gender, Personal Stories, Young Children, Books, Books + TV, Gender, InterviewsGrace MangerSeptember 8, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Interview, Siblings, trans*, transgender

“This Is How It Always Is:” A Novel About Family, Trans Kids, and the Tough Decisions Along the Way

"This Is How It Always Is" is Laurie Frankel's newest novel—one that focuses on a transgender child and her family's journey to support her as best they can.