In this episode of Moments with Moms, A.B. sits down with Courtney (@courtney.villani) for a heartfelt and honest conversation about gender disappointment—the quiet grief that can come with learning the sex of your baby and realizing it’s not what you expected.

Courtney opens up about navigating feelings of guilt and how she moved from disappointment to deep connection and unconditional love.

From internal and family expectations to raising Black boys in a predominantly white town while in a biracial marriage, this episode is a powerful reminder that all emotions are valid—and sometimes, healing begins when we witness someone else’s.

🤎 S.O.S. Mention: Ariel Tyson — mom of 8 and an inspiration to Courtney in her journey toward gender acceptance. Follow her on IG: @arielctyson

🎶 Song of the Episode: “Good Days” by SZA — the perfect track to start your morning with your kids and your heart full

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