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In this episode, Joy and Diana explore considerations in disclosing their children's transgender identity and in which communities and situations they feel safe to do so.  Diana and Joy also reflect on their struggle in engaging authentically with individuals and the community around them, since in most cases they aren't disclosing their identities as parents of transgender youth.  

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Diana shares her experience taking Dinah to the Gender clinic to establish care. Diana and Joy discuss how some things have changed and the challenges of attaining care. 

For clarity, no medical intervention is being offered or requested for Dinah at this time. It is only to establish care and support. 

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Joy and Diana reflect on a post from a parent about the effect on their family of discussing anti-transgender bills. They discuss the recent changes in various states over the past weeks. They end with hope for the future from an article from Time that you may find here. (https://time.com/6258586/utah-transgender-bill-essay/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=sfmc&utm_campaign=newsletter+brief+default+ac&utm_content=+++20230304+++body&et_rid=207245074&lctg=207245074)

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Hugh (Small Town Dad) joins us for Episode 45.  He and Joy reflect on: 1) their process of reviewing school records, 2) seeking to understand how school board resolutions drive policy change, and 3) sports policy in their school district.  Listen in as new insights arise and decisions are made after meeting with the School District’s Assistant Superintendent. 

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Diana talks with her friend Kirby, who shares her journey of her child's transition. They discuss transition as well as navigating society's perceptions of gender diversity and neurodiversity. 

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Join us for updates as Joy shares the steps she and Hugh are taking to navigate the anticipated Parental Transparency school district policy.  Joy and Diana share gratitude for all the “Mr. Rogers” helpers out there - we encourage (and celebrate) your allyship and encourage listeners to thank those in your community who speak and act in support of gender nonconforming youth.     

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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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