Hello Reader

How do you celebrate your child while worrying about their future?

It's a question I hear often from parents of LGBTQ+ and trans youth. Concerns about healthcare access, school policies, discrimination, and what comes next are weighing heavily on many families right now.

Last weekend, after watching The Dads and Living in Pryde, I found myself reflecting on something I wish more parents could hear: our children are inheriting more than the challenges of this moment. They are inheriting generations of people who have spent decades building community, creating change, and showing up for one another through uncertainty. In this week's blog, I share what these films taught me about parenting, Pride, and why community may be one of the most important things we can offer our children right now.

Looking for Support on Your Parenting Journey?

If the article resonated, you don't have to hold all of these questions by yourself.

Many of the parents I work with are balancing a complicated mix of emotions. They are proud of their child and worried about their future. They want to be supportive but aren't always sure what to say or do. They are navigating conversations with schools, healthcare providers, extended family members, or a partner who may be in a different place.

Parent coaching offers a dedicated space to ask questions, process fears, build confidence, and develop practical strategies for supporting your child while also taking care of yourself.

Whether your child (of any age) recently came out or you've been navigating this journey for years, you deserve support, too.

Community Matters for Grandparents Too

One of the themes woven throughout Living in Pryde was the power of intergenerational connection.

If you're a grandparent—or know a grandparent—looking for support, community, and conversation, TransGenerations brings together grandparents of transgender and gender-diverse youth to learn from one another and navigate this journey together.

Our next cohort begins June 10th (but don't let that stop you from joining us after!)

Sometimes Parents Are Exploring, Too

One of the things I've learned over the years is that supporting an LGBTQ+ child can sometimes open the door to deeper questions about ourselves.

For some parents, that means reexamining ideas about gender, sexuality, relationships, or authenticity. For others, it means recognizing parts of themselves they may not have had language, community, or permission to explore before.

If you've ever found yourself wondering where you fit, especially as someone in a straight-presenting relationship, you're not alone.

This month in bi+ (in)visibility, we're hosting You Belong at Pride, a Connection Call for bi+ people navigating visibility, belonging, and identity. Whether you're newly questioning, newly out, or simply looking for community, we'd love to have you join us.

Because Pride isn't just about celebrating who we've always known ourselves to be. Sometimes it's also about making space to discover who we're becoming.

Who are you becoming?

Happy Pride!

Take care,

Rebecca Minor, LICSW (She/Her)

Author of "Raising Trans Kids: What to Expect When You Weren't Expecting This" book

​GenderSpecialist.com​