Most children can recognize and label stereotypical gender groups between the ages of 18 to 24 months. They also categorize their own gender at about age 3. As gender stereotypes are usually reinforced, kids might choose to behave in the most rewarding way, according to the gender they perceive as the one they should express. Gender and expression are related, and still, gender identity is not always suggestive of a gender expression, and children's gender expression is not always indicative of gender identity. As parents, we must reduce our interference to none and elevate our support to the maximum; even the slightest indication that we get it can mean the world to them. 

In this episode, we had a fantastic conversation with Jennifer Brookings Chapman, host of the Parentingology podcast, Organizational Psychology Doctorate, business owner, and mother of 9-years-old Blue Chapman, who transitioned at age 4. Jennifer kindly shared her experience and some details of Blue's transition and how it was for her and the rest of the family. 

Following his older brother Cade, Blue decided to become an actor. He got a part on the show Council of Dads, where he played the role of a transgender boy. Jennifer related how it was for her and Blue to be broadcasted for such a massive audience and the impact she believes more shows with stories like that would have in our society.

Tune in, and hear Jennifer's supportive, evolved, and loving story of her and her son, Blue. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The latest news on the Equality Act (5:50)
• Jennifer's diverse house and how it helped with Blue's transition (10:48)
• The channels Blue chose to communicate his gender choice (15:32)
• The importance of not enforcing gender norms on our kids and the impact of little gestures of support (17:25)
• Being an ally and the hero complex (24:11)
• Loving our kids, diminishing hierarchy, and showing them respect (48:03)

Resources:

• Parentingology Podcast

Connect with Jennifer and Blue:

• Honey and the Hive Bakery 
• Honey and the Hive on Instagram
• Blue Chapman on Instagram

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• Our True Ally Course on Vimeo
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• June 12 Pride Month Livestream, 1 pm PDT
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