All Articles — My Kid is Gay

Know Your Queer History Part One: Activists

We're celebrating Pride month by highlighting LGBTQ activists, artists, and politicians who have helped shape our world.

ListsGrace MangerJune 11, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Pride

Defining: Transition

What are the different aspects of transitioning, and why might someone start a transition?

"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."

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.

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

What's Wrong with Gender Reveal Parties?

My daughter and her wife are having a baby, and I don't understand what their sexuality has to do with not wanting to have a gender reveal party!

Gender, Dear MKIG, PartnersGrace MangerMay 8, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice

Defining: Neopronoun

What are neopronouns, where do they come from, and how can we use them when referring to people?

Mi Hija se Declaró Homosexual y Ahora estoy Preocupado por su Seguridad

Yo sé que no puedo cambiar su sexualidad, pero ¿hay alguna manera que puedo eliminar esta preocupación incapacitante que siento cada vez que sale de la casa?”

En EspañolGrace MangerMay 1, 2018En Español

5 U.S. Politicians Who Are Fighting for The LGBTQ Community

Queer and trans people and our allies are not only running for office in record numbers right now—we’re winning, too. Check out these 5 politicians who are committed to fighting for the LGBTQ community!

ListsGrace MangerApril 25, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Activism, Advice

"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?”

How to Support Students During the Day of Silence

Day of Silence is coming up, and it's important to support students at your school who want to participate. Here's how to do so, from out queer educator Sara Schmidt-Kost!

They/Them Pronouns Have Come Between My Child and Me

How am I supposed to practice they/them pronouns if my kid has become distant from me?

Dear MKIG, Non-Binary, Pronouns, GenderGrace MangerApril 12, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Genderqueer, Pronouns, nonbinary

Defining: Bi Erasure

What is bi erasure, and how can we avoid contributing to it?

Defining SeriesGrace MangerApril 11, 2018#my kid is gay, Advice, Bisexual, Bisexuality, Defining, Pansexuality

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."

Hablando sobre personas que se identifican con un género otro que el de mujer u hombre

La idea de un género neutro no es nueva, incluso cuando muchos de nosotros nunca hemos escuchado de ella.

En EspañolGrace MangerMarch 29, 2018#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, En Español

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."

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?

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?

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

Aren't Some Things Inherently Gendered?

My kid is non-binary, but what do we do about things that are inherently gendered, like bathrooms and Mr. and Miss?