Children questioning their gender is normal behavior and may signal that your child is trans, nonbinary, gender nonconforming, or just exploring their creativity. It’s important to treat this as not “just a phase” but as valid experimentation.
I’m Experiencing a Gender Identity Crisis! Is That Normal at My Age?
So Your Child Came Out as Transgender...What Now?
Learning that your child is transgender or gender non-conforming can be difficult to process as a parent. You might worry for their future, about their health, or about discrimination they may face out in the world. You may feel unequipped to help them navigate the difficulties that lie ahead, especially if you can’t relate to what they’re feeling.