My friend Helen Anderson (Lives in Utah County, BYU Grad, Mother of 4, LGBTQ Ally) joins us to share her story:

· Exposure to gay people in the 70’s and 80’s—becoming supportive

· Carol Lynn Pearson’s book

· Documentary called “TransMormon” and how it helped prepare her

· Journey to love, see, understand, and accept her transgender daughter

· Pronouns

· OK to cry

· High school graduation (great experience)

· University of Utah welcome/housing (great experience)

· Have a transgender/non-binary child is not a sad tragedy—but can become a beautiful family love story

Helen also talks about her new variety show called “Dear Mom: Celebrating Mothers of LGBTQIA+ Children” on May 10th (see show notes for more information).

Thank you, Helen, for your courage to come on the podcast and share your beautiful family love story. I’m grateful for your voice and experiences to help us better support the transgender people in our lives—for they are wonderful.

Links:

Variety Show on May 10th, 2025: https://www.werehereutah.com/dearmom

Helen on Instagram: @helenandersoncomedy