Everyday is trans visibility day for us. Just as it’s a process for the person to come out as queer or trans, so it’s a process for the parents to reach acceptance and harmony.

Sometimes it’s all too much.

Looking after your teen and yourself.

When life feels like a whirlwind as we race from one task to the next, checking off an endless 'must-do' list, and the sheer volume of organisation required can leave us feeling overwhelmed, distressed, and even paralysed.

This last couple of weeks has brought home to me the reality of how roles change as we get older, and I, like many of my friends, are at the point where we need to provide care for our parents. This is what I’ve learnt so far.

It's a tough place for a teen to be—feeling lost in their own story, overshadowed, or burdened by expectations. Helping teens rebuild confidence takes patience, encouragement, and intentional strategies.