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Old Aug 19, 2016, 03:18 PM
Pflaumenkeks Pflaumenkeks is offline
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I am all of them
I thought it's easier for them to refer to me in terms I like. Most times I'm mama (because other people call me so -_-) but often I am mapa or pama or nini
(german mommy = mama, daddy = papa)

I thought it's easy for them. The child doesn't know that it's "unusual" to be something other than mom or dad or that dads can come in all sizes and shapes. They don't think of genitals = pronouns etc.

So for me it was important to show them that they can define their gender on their own, and what better method is there than to be open to your kid about your own experience?

It's hard sometimes, I wont lie. It's hard the moment you leave the house. But I try to let the important people know (family, other care takers,..) so that there is consistency. Strangers talk a lot of sh* but at the end of the day you trust the people you love to tell you the truth.

I wish you luck and so much joy! Congrats and strength.

Your child will love you, no mather how you decide on this. Take care of yourself first
Thanks for this!
Bark