Two parents had very different reactions after their child came out to them, and they are now talking about separating. Lana Halperin gives advice to the accepting parent on how to talk to her daughter about the divorce to make sure the daughter doesn't blame herself.
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 MoreA mom is worried her daughter might be sharing a room on a field trip with a friend who might be more than "just a friend," and she's confused about this double standard. Co-Founder Dannielle has some thoughts to share.
Read MoreA 17-year-old pansexual girl feels ready to come out to her mom, but not to her dad, who believes any LGBTQ identity is a sign of mental illness. Anna Krieger, MSW, weighs in.
Read MoreCo-Founder Kristin Russo helps a struggling parent who has been keeping her son's sexuality a secret from her husband for years.
Read MoreQueer educator Sara Schmidt-Kost gives some simple yet impactful tips to a fellow teacher who wants to make their classroom more inclusive of their LGBTQ students.
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 MoreIs it ok to make jokes about your child's sexuality, especially if they make jokes about themselves? Mother-daughter duo Kirsten and Lucy give their advice on cracking jokes and being respectful.
Read MoreComing out is a process for everyone involved, and it can be difficult to admit when you're struggling to support someone you love. Karen Thompson gives advice to a mom whose older daughter seems to be embarrassed to be seen with her younger trans sister in public.
Read MoreComing out can be a long process, and sometimes people need to figure things out on their own before coming out to their parents. Sarah Simon gives advice to a parent whose daughter dated a woman for a year before coming out to her.
Read MoreLaurin Mayeno gives advice to a father on how to best support his gay, latino, adopted son, despite not being able to completely identify with his son's struggle.
Read MoreA common question parents have after their child comes out is if their friends had anything to do with it. Lana Halperin breaks this question down and talks about what you're really saying when you ask this question.
Read MoreIs there a relationship between someone's sexual orientation and their hobbies and interests? Renee Zalles talks stereotypes, choice, and finding a like-minded community.
Read MoreEmma Tattenbaum-Fine gives advice on explaining to young children that their aunt is getting married to another woman. Long story short: Love doesn't need a grand explanation.
Read MoreGoing to PFLAG meetings can be a great way to find a supportive community, but what if your kid isn't ready for you to take that public step? Polly Kim gives advice on finding community while still respecting your child's privacy.
Read MoreFor LBGTQ kids, the Internet can be a really beneficial way to find a supportive community. Mother-daughter duo Kirsten and Lucy talk about online queer spaces for kids-- and how to still be safe while using them.
Read MoreWhat do you do when you accept your gay kid, but don't think their new significant other is the right fit? Cornelia Prior gives advice to a parent who is facing this exact problem.
Read MoreWhat is aromanticism, and what does it mean for that person's future? In today's post, Beck Paterson talks about romantic orientations, how they differ from sexual orientations, and how aromantic people will not necessarily be "alone forever."
Read MoreIt can be hard not to worry about what others say or think about our children or the way we are choosing to raise them. Loni Jorgenson offers some advice for avoiding becoming overwhelmed by offensive remarks.
Read MoreLaShay Harvey Jones, M.Ed. talks about the fluidity of the stages of sexual identity development--coming out is just one part of the process.
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