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Interviewing Laurie Frankel, Author of "This Is How It Always Is"
Interviewing Laurie Frankel, Author of "This Is How It Always Is"

Grace Manger got to chat with author Laurie Frankel about her new novel "This Is How It Always Is," which centers a transgender child and her family.

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Gender, Personal Stories, Young Children, Books, Books + TV, Gender, InterviewsGrace MangerSeptember 8, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Interview, Siblings, trans*, transgender
My Daughter Came Out TWO DAYS Before Leaving for College!
My Daughter Came Out TWO DAYS Before Leaving for College!

It's all happening so fast, and I don't know what to do or say. Help!

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School + Work, College Bound, Coming Out, Coming Out, Dear MKIGGrace MangerSeptember 6, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, College, Coming Out, Phase
Can I Start a GSA as a Teacher?
Can I Start a GSA as a Teacher?

I think my students could benefit from having an active GSA at our school, but is it weird for me to start one as faculty?

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School + Work, Dear MKIG, For TeachersGrace MangerAugust 22, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, teachers
¿Es un Niño de 8 Años Muy Joven para Saber que es Homosexual?
¿Es un Niño de 8 Años Muy Joven para Saber que es Homosexual?

Su hijo se declaró su sexualidad, y no sabes lo que debes hacer enseguida. Aquí tenemos unas ideas para lo que debes hacer y lo que no debes hacer.

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En EspañolGrace MangerAugust 15, 2017
Defining: Gender Nonconforming
Defining: Gender Nonconforming

What does it mean to identify as gender nonconforming?

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Defining SeriesGrace MangerAugust 10, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Defining, transgender
“This Is How It Always Is:” A Novel About Family, Trans Kids, and the Tough Decisions Along the Way
“This Is How It Always Is:” A Novel About Family, Trans Kids, and the Tough Decisions Along the Way

"This Is How It Always Is" is Laurie Frankel's newest novel—one that focuses on a transgender child and her family's journey to support her as best they can.

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Young Children, Books, Books + TV, GenderGrace MangerAugust 8, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Book review, Coming Out, trans*, transgender
(At Least) 5 Ways to Show Up for the LGBTQ Community During Trump
(At Least) 5 Ways to Show Up for the LGBTQ Community During Trump

Every day seems to bring another horrible thing to fear. BUT! There are also so many things we can all do every day to resist Trump and stand with marginalized communities.

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ListsGrace MangerAugust 2, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Activism, Advice
Is an 8-Year-Old Too Young to Know He’s Gay?
Is an 8-Year-Old Too Young to Know He’s Gay?

Unsure of how to proceed when your young child comes out? Here are some "do's" and "don't's" to help you along the way.

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Young Children, Coming Out, Dear MKIGGrace MangerJuly 13, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out
Interviewing Michelle Badillo from Netflix’s One Day at a Time: Part 3
Interviewing Michelle Badillo from Netflix’s One Day at a Time: Part 3

Sometimes, parents don't react well when their child comes out, and that reaction has repercussions for the whole family.

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Personal Stories, Books + TV, Interviews, Television + MoviesGrace MangerJuly 7, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out
“No Path Is Closed Off:” On LGBT Parenthood with Author Sarah Hagger-Holt
“No Path Is Closed Off:” On LGBT Parenthood with Author Sarah Hagger-Holt

We sat down with Sarah Hagger-Holt, co-author of the new book "Pride and Joy: A Guide for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Trans Parents" to talk about LGBT parenthood and all of the trials and celebrations that come with it.

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Personal Stories, Books, Books + TV, InterviewsGrace MangerJune 16, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice
Is Pride Appropriate for a 12-Year-Old?
Is Pride Appropriate for a 12-Year-Old?

My 12-year-old is BEGGING to go to Pride this year, but I worry it's not age-appropriate.

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Young Children, Dear MKIGGrace MangerJune 14, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Pride
My Daughter Might Be Trans—How Do I Talk to Her About It?
My Daughter Might Be Trans—How Do I Talk to Her About It?

My daughter came out to her teacher, and her teacher told me. Where do I go from here?

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Gender, Young Children, Coming Out, Dear MKIG, Gender, Gender, TransgenderGrace MangerJune 6, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out, trans*
My Daughter Came Out, and I'm Worried for Her Safety
My Daughter Came Out, and I'm Worried for Her Safety

Parenting an LGBTQ child can be scary at times. Here are some things to remember during the process.

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School + Work, Bullying, Coming Out, Coming Out, Dear MKIGGrace MangerMay 30, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Bullying, Coming Out
Weddings, Meeting the Family, and Public Displays of Affection
Weddings, Meeting the Family, and Public Displays of Affection

My son and his boyfriend are so touchy-feely, and it makes me uncomfortable. Help!

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Dear MKIG, Partners, Telling OthersGrace MangerMay 16, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Extended family, Weddings
Out With The Old, In With The New: My Relationship With My Birth Name
Out With The Old, In With The New: My Relationship With My Birth Name

Finding a name that fits you is a big deal. Read Jamey's reflections on changing their own name and how they dealt with resistance from others.

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Gender, Personal Stories, Coming Out StoriesGrace MangerMay 9, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Changing names, trans*
How Do I Talk to My Students About the President?
How Do I Talk to My Students About the President?

I'm a queer teacher, and I don't know how to talk to my students and co-workers about Trump.

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School + Work, Dear MKIG, For TeachersGrace MangerMay 2, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Activism, Advice, teachers
My Son Is Already Bullied for Being Black. Should He Wait to Come Out?
My Son Is Already Bullied for Being Black. Should He Wait to Come Out?

My son is black and gay, and I'm worried about his safety at school.

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School + Work, Bullying, Coming Out, Coming Out, Dear MKIG, Peers, Telling OthersGrace MangerMay 1, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Bullying, Coming Out
Supporting Your Eyeliner-Wearing Son at Catholic School
Supporting Your Eyeliner-Wearing Son at Catholic School

Our son is 11 year old and just started wearing eyeliner at home. How do we navigate supporting him at his Catholic school?

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Gender, School + Work, Young Children, Dear MKIG, Expression, Gender, GenderGrace MangerApril 27, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Gender expression
Interviewing Michelle Badillo from Netflix’s One Day at a Time: Part 2
Interviewing Michelle Badillo from Netflix’s One Day at a Time: Part 2

Part 2 of our interview with Michelle Badillo is here! This time, we're talking about Lydia's character, and the topic of coming out + religion.

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Religion, Personal Stories, Books + TV, Interviews, Television + MoviesGrace MangerApril 22, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Catholic, Interview, Media, Religion
How Do I Tell My Church That My Daughter Is Trans?
How Do I Tell My Church That My Daughter Is Trans?

My 10-year-old daughter has started to transition, and I have to tell our congregation. Help!

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Religion, Young Children, Coming Out, Dear MKIG, Telling Others, Transgender, Transitioning, GenderGrace MangerApril 18, 2017#my kid is gay, #mykidisgay, Advice, Coming Out, Religion, trans*, transgender
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