Love and affirm your child from "summary" of This Is a Book for Parents of Gay Kids by Dannielle Owens-Reid,Kristin Russo
Loving and affirming your child is the foundation for building a strong and supportive relationship with them. It means accepting and embracing them for who they are, without trying to change or fix them. Your child needs to feel loved and supported by you, especially when they come out to you as gay. This is a crucial moment in their life, and your reaction can have a lasting impact on their well-being. When you love and affirm your child, you are validating their identity and showing them that you accept and respect them. This creates a safe space for them to be themselves and to share their thoughts and feelings with you. It also helps to boost their self-esteem and confidence, knowing that they are loved unconditionally. Affirming your child means using their preferred name and pronouns, and respecting their gender identity and sexual orientation. It means standing up for them and advo...
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