Tag: gender identity
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Supporting Your Child’s Gender Identity
Read more As your little one begins to grow, they start observing the differences between boys and girls, as well as the societal roles associated with each gender. Understanding and supporting your child’s gender identity is a crucial part of their development. How Does Gender Identity Form in Children? From an early age, children begin…
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Navigating Dreams: When Your Daughter Aspires to be a Princess While You Envision an Astrophysicist
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, many parents grapple with the challenge of balancing their aspirations for their children with their kids’ own desires. Take, for instance, a father named Mark who is raising his daughter, Sophie, to be a strong, independent woman. Mark, a self-proclaimed feminist, is deeply aware of the societal pressures that…
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9 Common Questions About My Transgender Son: Insights from a Caring Parent
Get Pregnant Fast My son, who is eleven years old, identifies as a trans boy. He came out to us a year ago and has since socially transitioned. Here, I address some frequently asked questions I’ve received regarding his journey. How can you be sure this isn’t just a “phase”? Long before we understood the…
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Embracing My Non-Binary Child: A Journey of Acceptance and Love
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday morning, I took my child, Jamie, to the orthodontist to pick up a new retainer. This was necessary after an unfortunate incident with our elderly dog, who surprised us all by deciding to go on a counter-surfing spree. The result? A chewed-up retainer that left Jamie in tears. They had been…
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School Replaces Daddy-Daughter Dance, Sparking Outrage Among Parents
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent move that has stirred up strong emotions among parents, P.S. 65 in Staten Island, New York, has decided to cancel its annual Daddy-Daughter Dance. The decision has left many parents frustrated, particularly those who cherish this event as a beloved tradition. The cancellation stems from a directive by the…
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Understanding the Rise of Transgender and Non-Binary Youth
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of young individuals identifying as transgender or non-binary. Many people express skepticism about this trend, questioning why so many children are coming out at such an early age. The answer is simple: these kids are less fearful of societal rejection…
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I Painted My Son’s Nails, and the Reactions Were Eye-Opening
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday, while I was refreshing my nail polish, my adventurous 3-year-old son approached me, captivated by the vibrant color I was using. He eagerly requested that I paint his nails too. Without a second thought, I agreed. For me, nail polish is simply a fun addition to self-expression, and the desire to…