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In episode 42,  Joy shares the new resolution passed in her school district. She discusses the potential impact on her family. As Joy opens up about her emotional journey through their changing landscape, she discusses her family's options. She also walks through Hugh and her plan on how they are approaching this resolution that may become policy. 

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In Episode 41 we reflect on the universal parental desire to keep our children safe, and both Joy and Diana explore additional considerations for people of trans experience (especially as teens mature into dating and sexual exploration).  Listen in to explore questions such as:

• When is the 'right time' to disclose one's transgender identity to a romantic partner?  
• How does one know it's safe to kiss someone, or go somewhere alone with a person of interest?

Join us  to also hear conversational tips and tricks to help prepare your kids to navigate risk and make good choices. 

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In this episode, Diana and Joy give updates on what has occurred over the past year.
Episodes referenced in the order mentioned are:
Episode 29: Have Courage Will Travel
Episode 23: A (Testosterone) Path Less Talked About
Episode 12: Gender-Affirming Estrogen Therapy
Episode 38: Permission to Play (Sports)
Episode 32: Stepping Out
Episode 18: Siblings and Boundaries

Diana and Joy also talk about considering name change and the cost of medication. 
Lastly, they discuss what they hope to bring in the new year on the podcast.

Happy New Year!

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Join us in episode 39 to reflect on the importance of self-awareness and self-care during stressful times.  Diana shares a lesson learned about knowing one's limits, and she encourages us to bring awareness to our individual capacity for handling stress.  She and Joy also explore boundary setting, preparing for difficult situations, and navigating anticipated challenges.

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Joy explores the implications of Samantha's desire to play on a competitive volleyball team. She shares what she has learned about USA Volleyball’s gender competition guidelines and how she is navigating the system while trying to maintain privacy.

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In episode 37, Diana and Joy explore how their children's gender journey has enhanced their lives, including a reflection of gratitude for the lessons learned. 

November 20th is Transgender Day of remembrance, which is observed to memorialize those who have lost their lives as a result of transphobia.  In this episode, we honor those lost by celebrating the beauty that has arisen from the journey of living one's truth.

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In episode 36, Joy and Diana explore their increasing sense of fear, as mid-term elections near.  In many places around the US, there are laws being considered that would eliminate access to transition-related health care and other laws that consider supporting a child's transition to their true self to be child abuse.   

Watch:
1. The Problem with Jon Stewart: The War Over Gender 
2. Last Week Tonight with John Oliver: Transgender Rights II (HBO subscription needed) 

Please, remember to vote on November 8th!

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Diana & Joy reflect on their learning and insights from the podcast with Chris Hale.  Join us as we share additional insights, including Chris’s perspective on his transition and Clark’s struggle with being misgendered at school.  

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Diana talks to her good friend, Chris Hale. They share with Diana their journey to understanding their identity as a non-binary person. Chris gives parents advice to consider the things that you say, and meet your child where they are. 

If you are interested in hearing Chris’s podcast, You Need A Coach B*tch, click here.

If you want to learn more about Chris’ coaching practice, go to https://www.theonlychrishale.com/

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In episode 33, Diana shares a conversation theme she’s hearing from parents - specifically, a concern that youth are identifying as non-binary and transgender to be trendy. Joy and Diana explore the dangerous implications of parents/guardians questioning their children’s identity, while recognizing it’s in our human nature to question and seek explanations for things we struggle to understand.  Join us to hear our perspective on the most impactful thing you can do to support any individual who might be exploring their gender identity. 

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