Resources for children of trans parents

Resources for children of trans parents

Help children and youth navigate having a transgender parent or caregiver with these informative resources. 

Discussing gender identity with children

It’s important to discuss a parent’s gender identity A person's deeply held, internal sense of themself as male, female, a blend of both or neither. (Source: GenderSpectrum.org) in an age-appropriate way. You can do this by using language they understand. Keep explanations simple and honest, and answer their questions.

A parent’s transition may come with many different feelings for a child. They have a process to work through as you navigate your new family dynamic together. It may also be helpful for some families to work with a counsellor.

We’ve collected some resources that can help your child understand a transition and gender identity. 

Resources for young readers

  • Carly: She’s Still My Daddy. Mary Boenke (The Transgender Network of PFLAG).
  • Families Are Like Ice Cream Flavors. Erin George (CreateSpace).
  • The Little Boy. E. Kelly & E. Webster (FTM Australia).
  • My Mommy is a Boy. Jason Martinez (Self Published).
  • My New Daddy. Lilly Mossiano (Spun Silver).
  • My New Mommy. Lilly Mossiano (Publish America).
  • My Dad Wears Pirate Shoes. Gae Hall (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform).
  • She’s My Dad!: A Story for Children Who Have a Transgender Parent or Relative. Sarah Savage & Joules Garcia (Jessica Kingsley Publishers).
  • He’s My Mom!: A Story for Children Who Have a Transgender Parent or Relative. Sarah Savage & Joules Garcia (Jessica Kingsley Publishers).
  • Rachel’s Christmas Boat. Sophie Labelle (Flamingo Rampant).

Resources for middle readers

  • My Trans Parent: A User Guide for When Your Parent Transitions. Heather Bryant (Jessica Kingsley Publishers).

Resources for teens