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#RI-6abe56d0·5 months ago·
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“Supporting my autistic daughter's exploration of gender identity”

My 9-year-old autistic daughter expressed uncertainty about her gender identity, linking it to dislikes of traditional 'girl' interests.

What I wish I knew
"How to clearly explain the difference between gender identity and stereotypical expectations"
If I could tell you one thing
"Be patient and supportive when helping children navigate complex identity issues"
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Would make the same decision again.
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