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Manage feelings
You may have mixed feelings. Your feelings may change over time, as your child explores their identity and preferences. Do acknowledge all your feelings and talk to someone you trust, if you need to, but pause and recognise that at times you may also need to focus more on supporting your children and their range of emotions and needs. |
| Find safe spaces
Look for people with lived experiences who can offer help and advice. Make use of organisations and support groups. Phone our helpline if you would simply like a listening ear or specific help on staying connected with your child. We have useful resources we will happily send to you. |
Stay connected
Having open conversations, along the journey with your child will be good for your ongoing relationship. They may experience or be anxious about potential judgement from other people so they need to know they can come to you for unconditional support. Invest time into doing activities with them they enjoy. |
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Useful organisations Belfast Trans Resource Centre Mermaids UK HERE NI Transgender NI The Rainbow Project Gender Jam Cara- Friend
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| Reach out for further support
We are here with confidential support and advice from 9am to 9pm Monday to Thursday. 9am to 5pm Friday and 9am to 1pm Saturday. |
Remember your own self care and be mindful of your own triggers from your past. |
