I didn’t know it when I was young, but I had always been knocking on the door of fatherhood. And when it finally opened, everything fell into place.

Learning these terms now will help in your discussions about gender with your kids later. Here's a breakdown of some key concepts.

No matter your kid's age, it's not too early (or late!) to talk to them about gender. Here's how to start the discussion, and keep it going as they grow.