Periagoge
Scenario

When your child's transition makes you question your own parenting identity

My son came out as transgender and I am proud of him but I grieve the daughter I thought I had and feel guilty for mourning something that was never real.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

A child's gender transition can trigger complex grief about assumptions and expectations while also challenging the parent's understanding of their own role and knowledge.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Parenting and identity — who are you beyond parent??”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.