It seems like every day, there's a new policy or report or news item that seeks to invalidate trans kids and restrict their access to stuff other kids take for granted: health care, sports teams, seeing themselves in books and classroom instruction, or having their name and identity respected at school. For parents of trans children, all that noise can be scary. When you hear those loud voices, those squeaky wheels – all that misinformation and hateful language can really mess with your head....

Reader, did you know that anyone can schedule a quick chat with me? I talk to parents of trans kids and young adults all the time about all sorts of things! Maybe their kid came out to them recently, and they’re struggling. Maybe they're wavin’ the trans flag for their kid but have a specific question. Maybe they just want to talk to someone they won’t run into at the grocery store! And maybe they've never met another parent of a trans kid and just need to know they’re not alone. Once a...

Know Yourself: Take the time to understand your values and what brings you joy. Be Yourself: Embrace your quirks, passions, and uniqueness. Don't waste energy pretending to be someone you're not. Love Yourself: Practice self-compassion (here's a helpful resource). Treat yourself with kindness and respect. You deserve it. Happy Friday! Mandy Giles (she/her)Founder and CEOParents of Trans Youth p.s. Click here to receive additional emails specific to Texas news and events. p.s.s. But wait!...