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Parenting a Gay Son When You Thought You Were Prepared: An Honest Conversation With Author Anna McArthur
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Do you think you're doing the right thing for your LGBTQ child, but still feel like you're fumbling through it alone?
In this deeply honest and empowering episode, Heather Hester is joined by author Anna MacArthur to explore what happens when your child comes out before you’re ready and how to grow into the fierce, loving, and informed parent they need. Together, they unpack the emotional rollercoaster of learning, unlearning, and becoming an LGBTQ+ ally in real time.
- Hear the real story behind Anna’s unexpected journey from confusion to courage after her son’s coming out
- Learn how to handle grief, guilt, and vulnerability without letting fear take the lead
- Discover what LGBTQ+ youth actually need from their parents and how to be that person, even when you don’t have all the answers
Press play to feel seen, supported, and inspired as a parent, and walk away with new clarity, compassion, and courage on your LGBTQ+ parenting journey.
Anna's book: Hope for Moms
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More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe a