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Book Synopsis: Providing Support if Your Child is Transgender or LGBTQ+
Winner of the Sixth Annual Bisexual Book Award for Non-fiction, 2017
#1 Bestseller in Lesbian Studies
Unconditional is a parenting guide book that provides parents of an LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning) child with a framework for helping their LGBT child navigate a world that isn’t always welcoming. Tips from a mother with experience.
In Unconditional, author Telaina Eriksen, a professor at Michigan State University, explains what she and her husband have learned through the experience of parenting a gay child. She covers topics like how to handle kids coming out, being an advocate for LGBTQ+ children, how to help your child deal with stress unique to LGBTQ+ kids, and finding an LGBTQ+ family. This book is a must-read for anyone who thinks their child is transgender or otherwise LGBTQ+.
A guide for supporting your LGBT child. What if my child is transgender? Eriksen covers the science of gender, understanding gender dysphoria, and how to help a transgender child through the stages of development. What if I have more general LGBTQ+ family needs? Throughout the book, both parents and kids share their stories, and Eriksen directs parents to various resources online for help. This LGBT family book teaches the principles of unconditional parenting, love, and learning.
Inside, learn:
- How to advocate for policies that protect your child
- Ways to educate well-meaning, but misguided friends or family
- Strategies to keep your kid talking if your child is transgender or LGBTQ+
- Signs of unhealthy relationships
- When to consider therapy for your child or your family
- How to find an LGBTQ+ community (including inclusive churches)
If you liked LGBT books, best sellers like The Gender Identity Guide for Parents, The Savvy Ally, or The End of Gender, you’ll love Unconditional.
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Discover the ultimate guide to loving and supporting your LGBTQ child with Unconditional: A Guide to Loving and Supporting Your LGBTQ Child. As the winner of the prestigious Sixth Annual Bisexual Book Award for Non-fiction in 2017, this book is a must-read for parents who want to provide unwavering support to their LGBTQ child. Written by Telaina Eriksen, a professor at Michigan State University and a mother who has walked this journey herself, Unconditional offers invaluable insights and practical advice for navigating a world that is not always welcoming to LGBTQ individuals.
Unconditional is filled with tips and strategies that have been learned firsthand through the experience of raising a gay child. It covers vital topics such as how to handle your child coming out, being an advocate for LGBTQ+ children, helping your child manage unique stressors they may face, and finding a supportive LGBTQ+ family. This empowering parenting guide teaches the principles of unconditional love, acceptance, and learning.
For parents who have questions or concerns about transgender children, Unconditional provides in-depth coverage of the science of gender, understanding gender dysphoria, and guidance on supporting a transgender child through the stages of development. Eriksen's book also includes inspiring stories from both parents and LGBTQ+ individuals, as well as online resources to further assist parents on their journey.
Inside Unconditional, you'll discover effective strategies for advocating for policies that protect your child, educating well-meaning but misinformed friends or family, fostering open communication with your child, recognizing signs of unhealthy relationships, and knowing when to consider therapy for your child or family. Additionally, this book guides parents in finding an LGBTQ+ community, including inclusive churches, that can provide essential support and connection.
If you're a fan of impactful LGBT books like The Gender Identity Guide for Parents, The Savvy Ally, or The End of Gender, you won't want to miss Unconditional. Take the first step towards becoming the best ally and supporter for your LGBTQ child. Embrace the power of unconditional love and understanding with Unconditional: A Guide to Loving and Supporting Your LGBTQ Child today.
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