“Born this Way: Finding Thomas: A Story of Identity and Acceptance"

17/01/2024 34 min

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In this episode of Frogmore Stew, host Grace Cowan speaks with Jessica McIntosh, the mother of a transgender boy. Jessica shares her family's journey navigating this aspect of their son's identification. Jessica touches on the challenges that her son has faced, like understanding his feelings, peer interactions, and coping with anxiety. They also discuss transgender children and teens in society and the difficulties they often face, particularly within the context of legislation restricting access to healthcare and support. Jessica also emphasizes the importance of understanding and supporting these children by sharing their stories and challenging misconceptions.Copyright 2025 Grace Cowan The Poets of Rhythm - "South Carolina"Born This Way" - Lady Gaga