How to explain transgender to a child

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These books about transgender kids are a great resource for those kids, their families, educators, or people who simply want to educate themselves on the topic.

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Transgender

As a gender-nonconforming person, I feel left out of the parenting discussion. It’s time we become more inclusive in our language.

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

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We shared the news so he and and my mom would use my daughter's new name and preferred pronouns. In response, he shut us out completely.

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Grandparents

Actor, activist and advocate Gabrielle Union is one of our most influential parents of 2020 for opening up about her transgender stepchild and use of surrogacy.

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Mental health

The author of the Harry Potter series is in our influential parents hall of shame for her problematic Twitter rants featuring transphobic remarks.

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