Join Bering Church for an inspiring and heartwarming event as "American Teenager" author Nico Lang discusses the fight for trans equality with Molly Carnes, a local Houston mother whose daughter, Ruby, is featured in the book. In an hour-long conversation (followed by Q&A), the two will discuss resilience, courage, and the joy of trans youth navigating today’s challenging world. 📅 Date: Thursday, May 14th🕠Time: 6:30 PM📍 Location: Bering Church, 1440 Harold St, Houston, TX 77006🎟️ Free & open...
3 days ago • 1 min read
The quote above was my answer to a question I was asked on Slate's Care & Feeding podcast last week: "What has been your biggest joy so far in your parenting career?” The joy in seeing your kid light up when you really see them and affirm who they are is almost indescribable. That affirmation can be anything from using their chosen name to taking them to get a new haircut to helping advocate for them at school. You will see their joy, and you will know that their identity - who they are...
6 days ago • 1 min read
Come be with people who just get it. Reader, I talk to so many parents of trans kids who crave being in a safe space where you don’t have to explain everything about your kid. Where folks understand what you’re going through and what your kid is going through. And that’s other parents of trans kids. They just get it. But those spaces can be really hard to find. So we’ve made it easy for you! The Parents of Trans Youth Community (PTYC) is a secure, online space for affirming parents and...
9 days ago • 2 min read
At last weekend's Houston support group, a few parents shared the worry about their trans kiddo not having very many friends. This is a really common worry, and there are lots of reasons that a trans teen or preteen isn't very social: Maybe they're introverted Maybe they're socially anxious Maybe they're worried about rejection Maybe they're experiencing depression Maybe they don't like your suggestions (!) Maybe they're getting what they need from an online community Some of these reasons...
13 days ago • 1 min read
LAST DAY to Share the Magic! Today’s the deadline for raising $9,000 toward scholarships in our online parent community, and we're at 93% of our goal. We can do it! Donate today! The Parents of Trans Youth Community is making a big difference for so many parents and caregivers of transgender kids and young adults. “I joined PTYC because I wanted to make sure I had all the information possible to support my kiddo when they came out to me. I was floundering trying to find the best ways to...
17 days ago • 1 min read
When someone joins the Parents of Trans Youth Community, it’s more than a membership in some club. It’s literally saving lives. More parent and caregiver support means less depression, anxiety, and suicide attempts for transgender and gender-expansive young people. And now more than ever, families need a trusted community to help navigate challenges and learn how to give that support to their kids. The Share the Magic campaign makes sure that a safe community space is available to all parents...
20 days ago • 1 min read
When you donate to the Share the Magic campaign, here’s what your gift makes possible for parents of trans kids: 🌟 Safety: The Parents of Trans Youth Community (PTYC) is as secure as we can make it: double-vetted members, invite-only membership, independent community platform, membership fee, digital security, robust community guidelines, and moderated discussions. 🌟 Connection: PTYC members create authentic relationships with other affirming parents through support groups and other live...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Transgender and nonbinary kids THRIVE when they are affirmed and supported by their parents. And when parents and caregivers are supported in their own journeys through community and education, they become better parents. The transformations are magical! But many parents have trouble finding a safe place for that connection and support. Enter the Parents of Trans Youth Community (PTYC). It’s our all-in-one secure online membership community for parents and caregivers of transgender,...
25 days ago • 1 min read
WOW! As a mom, an advocate, and an ally, I’m incredibly honored and humbled to be named the Pride Houston 2026 Ally Grand Marshal! On June 6, I'll be at the front of the Pride parade with friends and supporters and the other Grand Marshals, doing my best parade wave! Thank you to Pride Houston 365, my fellow nominees, everyone who participated in the voting process, and Houston’s LGBTQ+ community, in particular the transgender community. You’ve graciously welcomed me into your spaces and...
27 days ago • 1 min read