Help! My Son is Gay
If your child comes out to you, how you react matters. We turned to experts to learn more about what to say and how to offer support to your LGBTQ+ kid. You likely cycled through an entire catalog of extreme emotions: shock, disbelief, anger, guilt. Then came the questions for you and your spouse: Why did this happen? 6 Things To Say When Your Son Comes Out As Gay, Bi, Or Queer
If you've ever heard "I'm gay" from a son or daughter, how do you respond in love to the news from your gay child?. In fact, such a move could actually do more damage than good. But what should a dad do for his son? How to Support LGBTQ+ Children
Dannielle Owens-Reid and Kristin Russo, authors of This Is a Book for Parents of Gay Kids (released today!) pared down their advice for parents of LGBTQ+ kids to their 10 most important tips to. Posted April 18, Reviewed by Jessica Schrader. When parents learn that their child is gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender , they can experience a range of emotions. 
Responding In Love To An Adult Gay Child
Your child has just come out to you as gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender. What should you do?. Having a son come out to you in a tender moment. Sharing this part of himself is an act of trust.
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding and Supporting LGBTQIA+
But what should a dad do for his son? In a word: connect! I realize when saying that many dads might think, “I am connected to my son. He’s my son. I’ve been around him since birth. We are fine.” But the fact is that simply being present doesn’t mean you have any kind of emotional, intimate, connection with your son. He is a sensitive guy who needs to be spoken to in a language he. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Perhaps you are feeling great about the fact that they shared this part of themselves with you, but there's also a chance that you have questions or concerns, or just aren't quite sure what comes next! 
What to Do—and Not Do—If Your Child Comes Out to You
It takes a lot of trust for a boy to comes out as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Make sure your son knows you support him with these simple phrases. .
10 Tips for Parents of Gay Kids
Navigating New Realities: When Your Son Comes Out Although gay and lesbian folks continue to find more and more acceptance in our society, coming out can still be daunting. For a parent, it can be a struggle to know how to support, understand, and how to show up for a child who comes out. This is true whether your son is an adolescent or an adult. .
What to Do When Your Child Says
Supporting your LGBTQIA+ child starts with understanding. Learn how to navigate conversations, offer affirming support & protect their well-being. .