Gender Identity Guide for Parents : Compassionate Advice to Help Your Child Be Their Most Authentic Self

Celebrate your child's true self with this parent's guide to gender identity

Talking with your child about gender identity can seem overwhelming―but with the right guidance, you can have healthy conversations and create an affirming environment for them as they grow. Whether your child is cisgender, gender expansive, transgender, or still unsure, this guide provides practical advice and strategies to help you embrace them for who they are and support them as they approach puberty.

Learn the basics―Refresh your knowledge on the different facets and language around gender identity and gender expression.

Discover anecdotes and advice―Feel more assured approaching conversations around gender with the expert strategies and relatable stories from other parents.

Cover important topics―Learn how to unravel your personal biases and maintain open communication.

Create a safe and inclusive space for your child to explore themselves with The Gender Identity Guide for Parents.

TAVI HAWN, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked with gender-expansive children and transgender kids, teens, and adults for more than 12 years. Tavi is a multiracial Indigenous person who is also Two Spirit and nonbinary transgender.