More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human

Is your LGBTQ teen heading back to high school, but quietly bracing for judgment, isolation, or burnout?

For LGBTQ+ teens, high school is often a complex dance between self-expression and self-protection. This episode explores how parents and allies can become the steady, empowering force teens need during this crucial time without trying to control their journey.

• Discover practical ways to support your teen emotionally at home and at school
• Learn how to communicate with teachers and advocate for safer, more inclusive environments
• Help your teen access affirming community, resources, and mental health tools on their terms

Press play to learn how your support, presence, and courage can make this school year safer, kinder, and more empowering for your LGBTQ teen.

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT

Resource: Q Chat Space

Why it matters: A live-chat-based support platform where LGBTQ+ teens can join professionally facilitated, identity-affirming online groups - no video, no pressure, just connection.

More resources:

• TrevorSpace – Global community for LGBTQ+ youth aged 13–24
• It Gets Better Project – Stories, inspiration, and resources
• GLSEN’s GSA Resources – Tools to start or grow a school-based LGBTQ+ student alliance
• The Gender Cool Project – Positive stories about trans and nonbinary youth

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At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Is your LGBTQ child heading back to school feeling supported or silently dreading the year ahead?

While a new school year can be exciting, for many LGBTQ+ kids it also brings fear of being misgendered, misunderstood, or left out. In this episode, Heather shares actionable guidance for parents, caregivers, and allies who want to make the back-to-school transition safer, more affirming, and rooted in compassion.

• Learn age-appropriate strategies to support LGBTQ+ kids in both elementary and middle school
• Use powerful scripts to communicate with teachers and advocate for inclusive practices
• Equip your child with emotional tools, confidence-building rituals, and social safety plans

Hit play to find the guidance and courage you need to help your LGBTQ child feel seen, supported, and ready to thrive this school year.

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT

Resource: Gender Spectrum – Back-to-School Resources

Why it matters: These free resources include conversation starters, tips for building support teams, and guides for both parents and educators.

Other supports:

• HRC Welcoming Schools – tools for inclusive classrooms
• GLSEN Educator Guides – lesson plans, safe space posters, and school policy templates
• PFLAG’s Guide for Elementary Educators – great for starting gentle conversations

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

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Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Is your LGBTQ child carrying invisible emotional baggage every time you travel?

For many LGBTQ+ youth, what should be a fun vacation can trigger stress, dysphoria, and emotional shutdown. This episode explores how parents and allies can spot the signs, ease the mental load, and create more affirming travel experiences.

• Learn how to identify hidden mental health struggles in LGBTQ+ kids while traveling
• Discover grounding tools and affirming travel routines that build connection and safety
• Explore simple but powerful acts of allyship and kindness that transform travel into healing

Press play to learn how to travel with courage, connection, and compassionate allyship for your LGBTQ+ child and yourself.

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT

Resource: The Trevor Project: Self-Care Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth

Why it matters: These are excellent tools to share with your child before a trip. They are practical ways to center and care for themselves when feeling overwhelmed or anxious.

Other resources:

• Gender Spectrum’s Travel Tips for affirming travel conversations
• Safe Space Alliance – map of LGBTQ+ safe spaces around the world
• Trans Lifeline – Peer support and crisis line (also available in the U.S. and Canada)

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Would your next family vacation make your LGBTQ+ child feel affirmed or anxious?

Whether you're planning a road trip or flying internationally, traveling with an LGBTQ+ child brings unique emotional and safety needs. This episode explores how to turn travel into a safe, empowering experience for your entire family.

1. Learn what to pack so your LGBTQ+ child feels seen, grounded, and supported
2. Get expert tips on researching inclusive destinations, events, and accommodations
3. Discover tools and apps that help ensure emotional safety and legal awareness while abroad

Press play to feel confident and prepared when traveling with your LGBTQ+ teen—wherever your next adventure takes you.

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT

Website: International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA)

Why it matters: IGLTA provides free resources, LGBTQ+ inclusive guides, safety information, and vetted travel partners for queer travelers and their families.

Other tools:

1. GeoSure App (iOS & Android) – Real-time LGBTQ safety ratings
2. Equaldex – Country-specific legal and social climate for LGBTQ+ people
3. Trans Travel Checklist by National Center for Transgender Equality: transequality.org

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Are you raising or supporting an LGBTQ+ teen and wondering how to truly show up for them, especially in today’s climate?

In this episode, psychologist and researcher Dr. Heather Littleton joins host Heather Hester to share how the Healthy Families Bright Futures program is equipping LGBTQ+ teens and their caregivers with real-world tools for connection, communication, and confidence. Whether you’re new to this journey or further along, this conversation offers hope, guidance, and practical support. AND, this is a paid study looking for participants!

• Discover how this unique 7-week online program empowers LGBTQ+ teens and their families with safety, agency, and community
• Learn the most effective strategies for talking about dating, identity, boundaries, and online safety with your teen
• Understand how to model allyship, build resilience, and stay emotionally connected, even when things get complicated

Press play to hear how families are transforming through support, courage, and shared learning and find out how to get involved in this groundbreaking program.

Healthy Families Bright Futures Program

Dr. Heather Littleton's website

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

What if the most important way to protect LGBTQ+ youth isn’t legislation or policies, but how we care for their mental health?

In the final episode of July’s “Safety” series, Heather Hester gets to the emotional core of LGBTQ+ protection: supporting what’s happening inside our kids. Backed by powerful data and grounded in lived experience, this conversation unpacks what mental health safety really means, and why your presence, listening, and affirmation matter more than ever.

1. Understand the life-saving impact of being one accepting adult in an LGBTQ+ young person’s life
2. Learn how to create emotional rituals of safety and resilience at home, from check-ins to therapy
3. Discover how modeling emotional honesty and curiosity (not correction) creates lasting trust and well-being

Press play to learn how you can become your LGBTQ+ child’s safety net from the inside out with tools, presence, and powerful compassion.

Mental health support:

1. The Trevor Project
2. Trans Lifeline
3. National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network
4. Inclusive Therapists
5. Psychology Today
6. To Write Love On Her Arms

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Is your child’s school truly safe for all students? For LGBTQ youth, safety can’t be assumed; it must be advocated for.

In this powerful and practical episode, Heather breaks down what school safety really looks like for LGBTQ+ students, and what happens when it's missing. From book bans to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation to silenced teachers, the current climate is putting queer students at risk. But it’s not hopeless. Parents, educators, and allies can make a difference with presence, persistence, and a clear plan of action.

• Learn what questions to ask your child’s school to assess LGBTQ+ safety
• Discover how to prepare for meetings with school administrators and boards
• Explore ways to model courageous advocacy that kids can watch and follow

Press play to gain the tools, scripts, and mindset you need to advocate for inclusive, affirming school environments where every LGBTQ+ child feels protected, seen, and celebrated.

• GLSEN’s Back-to-School Toolkit
• Welcoming Schools (HRC)
• PFLAG’s Safe Schools Guide
• Email me for help with creating a personalized script!

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

What does it really mean to affirm an LGBTQ child - and why does it matter so much more than just saying “I love you no matter what”?

In today’s powerful and practical episode, Heather explores how safety for LGBTQ youth begins not just in policy or protection, but in the everyday relationships that hold them. From correcting a pronoun without guilt, to celebrating milestones with joy, to staying curious instead of controlling, this episode offers a blueprint for parents, educators, and allies to show up with presence, compassion, and intention.

• Learn the 3 pillars of affirming relationships: Presence Over Perfection, Curiosity Without Control, and Allyship in Action
• Discover real-life language shifts, reflection practices, and parenting tools you can start using today
• Understand why affirmation isn’t one moment - it’s an ongoing relationship, and one of the greatest gifts you can give a young person

Press play to learn how to be a source of safety, trust, and joy for the LGBTQ+ youth in your life—starting right now.

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT

Family Acceptance Project – https://familyproject.sfsu.edu

Trevor Project Guide for Allies – https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources

PFLAG Parent Guide – https://pflag.org

Parenting with Pride – My book includes affirming scripts, self-reflection prompts, and deeper dives into building trust.

And of course, our Kind Space community is always open to those walking this journey together.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Are you watching headlines and wondering, “How is this even possible?” You’re not alone. What’s happening is no longer theoretical, it's personal.

In this urgent and grounding episode, Heather takes us beyond the headlines into the real-world consequences of anti-LGBTQ+ laws, court rulings, and systemic rollbacks of civil rights. Humanity is being politicized. This moment isn’t just about policies, it’s about people, especially LGBTQ+ youth who are being stripped of protections, care, and safety. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, outraged, or uncertain about what to do next, this episode is your guide to clarity and action.

• Get the facts on how federal and state-level changes are impacting LGBTQ+ youth in real time
• Understand the connection between religious exemptions, civil rights erosion, and systemic harm
• Learn 5 powerful ways you can take action to protect democracy, dignity, and LGBTQ+ lives starting now

Press play to move from overwhelmed to empowered, and discover how to speak up, show up, and stand firm in this critical moment for LGBTQ+ rights and human dignity.

• Movement Advancement Project – State-by-state policy tracker
• ACLU LGBTQ+ Rights Project
• Lambda Legal – Legal action for LGBTQ+ civil rights
• Transgender Law Center
• GLAAD
• Ground News or Allsides

Voices to follow for updates & analysis:

• Erin Reed (@ErinInTheMorn)
• Alejandra Caraballo (@Esqueer_)
• Letter from an American (Heather Cox Richardson)
• Pod Save America podcast
• The Trevor Project for youth-focused data

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Ever heard someone say “LGBTQ isn’t for kids”? Whether in a school board meeting or family gathering, that phrase may sound protective, but it’s doing real harm.

In this bold and heartfelt episode, Heather breaks down one of the most dangerous narratives affecting LGBTQ+ youth today. You’ll learn how the idea that queer identities are “inappropriate” or “too adult” for kids not only erases real children, it creates lasting harm. And you’ll get tools to replace shame with truth, silence with conversation, and fear with love.

• Understand the real impact of LGBTQ+ erasure on kids’ mental health and self-worth
• Discover how inclusive language, books, and visibility create safer, kinder environments
• Learn how to challenge this narrative with courage, compassion, and concrete action

Press play to explore how you can protect LGBTQ+ youth - not by shielding them from identity, but by celebrating the truth of who they are.

Books for younger audiences:

• Red: A Crayon’s Story by Michael Hall (gender identity)
• Julian is a Mermaid by Jessica Love (gender expression)
• It Feels Good to Be Yourself by Theresa Thorn (gender identity)
• And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson (two-dad family)

Books for middle grades and YA audiences:

• Alan Cole is Not a Coward and Alan Cole Doesn’t Dance by Eric Bell
• A High Five for Glenn Burke by Phil Bildner
• King and the Dragonflies by Kacen Callender
• The Queen Bees of Tybee County by Kyle Casey Chu
• Amelia, If Only by Becky Albertalli
• I Can’t Even Think Straight by Dean Atta
• Only This Beautiful Moment by Abdi Nazemian

Educational orgs to follow:

• Welcoming Schools (by HRC) – welcomingschools.org
• GLSEN – glsen.org
• Gender Spectrum – genderspectrum.org

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.