Parent Coaches Unleashed
Parent Coaches Unleashed is a podcast that dives deep into the unspoken realities of parenting. Hosted by life coaches Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger, this show is an unfiltered, no-holds-barred exploration of the joys, challenges, and everything in between that comes with raising children.
Whether you're a new parent feeling overwhelmed, a teacher seeking insights, or a grandparent navigating your role, this podcast offers a community where your experiences are acknowledged and discussed. We tackle the topics that others shy away from, from the daily struggles to the profound moments that shape our parenting journeys.
Where no topics are taboo or off limits. Join us as we let loose and discuss the real, raw feelings about parenting.
Parent Coaches Unleashed
One Mom's Journey of Raising a Transgender Daughter
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Summary
In this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger engage in a heartfelt conversation with Paige, a mother of a transgender daughter named Chloe. They explore the journey of recognizing Chloe's gender identity from a young age, the importance of support systems, medical guidance, and the challenges faced in social transition, sports participation, and dating. Paige shares her experiences, insights, and resources for parents navigating similar paths, emphasizing the need for open communication, understanding, and community support.
Takeaways
- It's essential to recognize and support a child's gender identity early on.
- Language around gender identity is evolving, and parents should be open to learning.
- Building a network of allies is crucial for a transgender child's acceptance.
- Medical guidance should come from competent professionals familiar with transgender issues.
- Social transition should be approached methodically and with preparation.
- Coming out can be a significant event for transgender children and their families.
- Medical interventions like puberty blockers should be discussed with a knowledgeable team.
- Participation in sports can present unique challenges for transgender youth.
- Safety concerns for transgender individuals, especially in dating, are paramount.
- Community support, such as camps for transgender youth, can be life-changing.
Resources
1. www.genderspectrum.org Many downloadable resources
General, Family, Educational, Faith, Medical and Mental Health, Allyship, Book list. You can also get speakers and speak to professionals
2. www.thetrevorproject.org
Non profit LGBTQ plus youth
They have a suicide hotline and so many resources
3. Local PFLAG and LGBTQ Centers in your city Just google it Many have support groups, activities, advocacy opportunities, groups for parents and grandparents as well
4. Psychologytoday.com to find a therapist using the therapist finder. You can enter your location, issues, insurance, preferences and other criteria and it will give you names, specialties, and contact information
5. For specialists in medical care, go to WPATH Provider Directory, and https://lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org
6. https://harborcamps.org
Books
1. My Princess Boy by Cheryl Kilodavis
2. Raising my Rainbow by Lori Duron
3. The Transgender Child (and Teen ) by Stephanie Brill and Rachel Pepper
4. Raising The Transgender Child by Michele Angello
🔗 Connect with Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld:
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