The People Who Surprise Us
Sometimes the people we expect to struggle with our trans or nonbinary child surprise us most. A grandpa, an aunt, a school director, and 15 years in Guatemala.
If you’re here, there’s a good chance you’re carrying a lot — questions, worry, love, maybe exhaustion you haven’t named yet.
This blog isn’t here to rush you, convince you, or tell you what kind of parent to be.
It’s a place to pause, steady yourself, and read at the pace your life allows.

Sometimes the people we expect to struggle with our trans or nonbinary child surprise us most. A grandpa, an aunt, a school director, and 15 years in Guatemala.

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