Podcast

More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human

Author: Heather Hester | Advocate for Parents of LGBTQ Teens
Feed episode count: 320
Official site: https://heatherhester.net/podcast
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Summary

"Mom, I think I might be_____." Whether that sentence ended in gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, or something they're still figuring out — you are in the right place. Maybe you're scared. Maybe you're grieving something you can't quite name yet. Maybe you're desperate to get this right and terrified that you've already gotten it wrong. This show is for you, exactly where you are right now. More Human. More Kind. is hosted by Heather Hester, author of Parenting with Pride and a fierce advocate for LGBTQ kids, their parents, and the people who love them. Each week Heather brings lived experience, practical guidance, and the kind of honest conversation that helps you move from fear and confusion to grounded, loving action. Whether you're a parent in the early days of your child coming out, an ally deepening your understanding, or someone unlearning old beliefs to show up better for the people you love, this is your place. Every episode gives you something real: tools for navigating the hard moments, having difficult conversations, guidance on loving boundaries, and the steady reminder that you don't have to figure this out alone. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Start…

Episodes

Sep 22, 2026 · not_requested

Your Queer Kid's Breakup Isn't Like Yours: What Parents Need to Know About Dating, Abuse, and Support

Duration seconds: 1476
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/your-queer-kids-breakup-isnt-like-yours-what-parents-need-to-know-about-dating-abuse-and-support

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Sep 18, 2026 · not_requested

Four Tiny Actions That Will Support Your Gay, Lesbian, or Bisexual Kid This Week

Duration seconds: 569
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/four-tiny-actions-that-will-support-your-gay-lesbian-or-bisexual-kid-this-week

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Sep 16, 2026 · not_requested

Books Are Windows and Mirrors: Sheri Becker on Writing Inclusive Kids' Books and Fighting Bans

Duration seconds: 2673
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/books-are-windows-and-mirrors-sheri-becker-on-writing-inclusive-kids-books-and-fighting-bans

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Sep 15, 2026 · not_requested

A Gay Son and a Lesbian Daughter Need Different Things From You: What Parents Get Wrong

Duration seconds: 2522
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/a-gay-son-and-a-lesbian-daughter-need-different-things-from-you-what-parents-get-wrong

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Sep 11, 2026 · not_requested

Four Tiny Actions for Every Stage of Your Own Coming-Out Process

Duration seconds: 449
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/four-tiny-actions-for-every-stage-of-your-own-coming-out-process

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Sep 8, 2026 · not_requested

The Six Stages Every Parent Goes Through When Their Kid Comes Out

Duration seconds: 1521
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-six-stages-every-parent-goes-through-when-their-kid-comes-out

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Sep 4, 2026 · not_requested

You Don't Need the Right Words: Coming Out Support in Four Small Moves

Duration seconds: 489
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/you-dont-need-the-right-words-coming-out-support-in-four-small-moves

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Sep 1, 2026 · not_requested

Understanding Your Teen's Coming Out Process: Vital Support Info for Parents

Duration seconds: 1640
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-understand-your-teens-coming-out-process-and-the-silent-struggle-before-they-tell-you

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Aug 28, 2026 · not_requested

A Reset for Parents of LGBTQ Kids Who Are Ready for the Quieter Work of Unlearning

Duration seconds: 405
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-labeling-reflex-a-friday-reset-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids-who-are-ready-for-the-quieter-work-of-unlearning

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Aug 25, 2026 · not_requested

Unlearning Doesn't End It Just Gets Quieter: What Parents of LGBTQ Kids Need to Know

Duration seconds: 570
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/unlearning-doesnt-end-it-just-gets-quieter-what-parents-of-lgbtq-kids-need-to-know-about-the-work-that-comes-after-year-one

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Aug 21, 2026 · not_requested

The Unperformed Version of You: For Parents of LGBTQ Kids Who Are Tired of Saying I'm Fine

Duration seconds: 419
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-unperformed-version-of-you-a-friday-reset-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids-who-are-tired-of-saying-im-fine

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Aug 18, 2026 · not_requested

What More Human Actually Means: Being Less Performed Changes Everything When Parenting LGBTQ Kids

Duration seconds: 726
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/what-more-human-actually-means-why-being-less-performed-changes-everything-especially-when-parenting-lgbtq-kids

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Aug 14, 2026 · not_requested

Stop Apologizing for Being a Mama Bear: A Reset for Parents of LGBTQ Kids Heading Into the School Year

Duration seconds: 468
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/stop-apologizing-for-being-a-mama-bear-a-friday-reset-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids-heading-into-the-school-year

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Aug 11, 2026 · not_requested

Five Back to School Thresholds Every Parent of an LGBTQ Kid Faces

Duration seconds: 665
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/five-back-to-school-thresholds-every-parent-of-an-lgbtq-kid-faces-and-how-to-walk-into-this-year-with-your-eyes-open

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Aug 7, 2026 · not_requested

The One Question Every Parent of an LGBTQ Emerging Adult Needs to Ask Before Offering Advice

Duration seconds: 413
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-one-question-every-parent-of-an-lgbtq-emerging-adult-needs-to-ask-before-offering-advice

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Aug 4, 2026 · not_requested

What Changes When Your LGBTQ Teen Becomes an Adult and Why the Letting Go Is Hard

Duration seconds: 981
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-the-slow-shift-from-protecting-your-queer-teen-to-trusting-your-adult

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Jul 31, 2026 · not_requested

The Threshold You Already Crossed This Summer: For Parents of LGBTQ Kids Heading Into August

Duration seconds: 418
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/ready-to-cross-the-threshold-bold-allyship-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids

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Jul 28, 2026 · not_requested

When Advocacy Gets Hard: How Parents of LGBTQ Kids Can Show Up Boldly and Find the Joy

Duration seconds: 1013
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/when-advocacy-gets-hard-how-parents-of-lgbtq-kids-can-show-up-boldly-and-find-the-joy

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Jul 24, 2026 · not_requested

What Comparison Cannot Touch: A Friday Reset for Parents of LGBTQ Kids

Duration seconds: 459
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/what-comparison-cannot-touch-your-friday-reset-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids

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Jul 21, 2026 · not_requested

The Comparison Trap That Hits Parents of LGBTQ Kids Differently and How to Find Your Way Out

Duration seconds: 899
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/you-are-not-behind-what-parents-of-lgbtq-kids-need-to-hear-about-the-comparison-trap

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Jul 17, 2026 · not_requested

Travel Prep as Love: A Friday Reset for Parents of LGBTQ Kids

Duration seconds: 392
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/travel-prep-as-love-a-friday-reset-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids

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Jul 14, 2026 · not_requested

Traveling With Your LGBTQ Kid: What Every Parent Needs to Know Before You Leave

Duration seconds: 903
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/traveling-with-your-lgbtq-kid-what-every-parent-needs-to-know-before-you-leave

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Jul 10, 2026 · not_requested

Genuine Joy Is Countercultural: A Friday Reset for Parents of LGBTQ Kids

Duration seconds: 375
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/genuine-joy-is-countercultural-your-friday-reset-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids

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Jul 7, 2026 · not_requested

What Queer Creators Teach Your LGBTQ Teen About Authentic Joy

Duration seconds: 767
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/who-is-your-lgbtq-kid-following-online-and-what-are-they-learning

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Jul 3, 2026 · not_requested

You Can Love Fiercely and Still Be Running on Empty: A Reset for Exhausted Parents of LGBTQ Kids

Duration seconds: 364
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/you-can-love-fiercely-and-still-be-running-on-empty-a-reset-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids-in-burnout

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Jun 30, 2026 · not_requested

Up at 2AM Researching? What Ally Burnout Looks Like for Parents of LGBTQ Kids

Duration seconds: 967
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/up-at-2am-researching-everything-what-ally-burnout-looks-like-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids

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Jun 30, 2026 · not_requested

Bonus Episode: I'm Not Okay, and I Don't Think You Are Either

Duration seconds: 615
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/bonus-episode-im-not-okay-and-i-dont-think-you-are-either

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Jun 29, 2026 · not_requested

PFLAG National on Creating Pride in Families: The New Resource Helping Parents Build Support Networks at Work

Duration seconds: 2156
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/pflag-national-on-creating-pride-in-families-the-new-resource-helping-parents-build-support-networks-at-work

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Jun 26, 2026 · not_requested

I Don't Need to Define You to Love You: A Reset for LGBTQ Parents

Duration seconds: 442
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/when-your-kids-identity-shifts-how-to-love-before-you-understand

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Jun 23, 2026 · not_requested

Beyond the Binary: Why Fluid Doesn't Mean Unsure (Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ Kids)

Duration seconds: 886
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/beyond-the-binary-why-fluid-doesnt-mean-unsure-important-guidance-for-parents-of-lgbtq-kids

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Jun 19, 2026 · not_requested

Does Your LGBTQ Child Actually Feel Your Love? Guidance for Parents Who Want to Close the Gap

Duration seconds: 633
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-love-is-not-what-you-feel-its-what-they-get-to-feel

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Jun 16, 2026 · not_requested

Love vs. Feeling Loved | Guidance for Parenting LGBTQ Teens

Duration seconds: 1048
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/what-is-love-actually-and-does-your-lgbtq-child-feel-it

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Jun 12, 2026 · not_requested

Quiet Allyship: Parenting Guidance for When Your Child Is Only Out to You

Duration seconds: 736
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/quiet-allyship-parenting-guidance-for-when-your-child-is-only-out-to-you

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Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

You Love Your LGBTQ Child—But Are You Being an Ally?

Duration seconds: 666
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/you-love-your-lgbtq-childbut-are-you-being-an-ally

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Jun 5, 2026 · not_requested

When One Parent Is Ready and the Other Isn't: LGBTQ Parenting Guidance for Families in Different Places

Duration seconds: 812
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-hardest-pride-conversations-arent-with-your-lgbtq-teen

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Jun 3, 2026 · not_requested

How to Prepare for Pride with Your LGBTQ Kid: Practical Checklists for Preteens, Teens, and Young Adults

Duration seconds: 1166
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-ultimate-pride-checklist-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens

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Jun 2, 2026 · not_requested

Helping LGBTQ Kids Stay Safe At Pride Events (Without Scaring Them!)

Duration seconds: 862
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/helping-lgbtq-kids-stay-safe-at-pride-events-without-scaring-them

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May 29, 2026 · not_requested

What Happens When You Stop Abandoning Yourself | For Parents of LGBTQ Teens

Duration seconds: 604
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/what-happens-when-you-stop-abandoning-yourself-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens

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May 28, 2026 · not_requested

Before You Hang a Pride Flag, Ask Your LGBTQ Child This One Question First

Duration seconds: 714
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/before-pride-month-starts-have-this-conversation-with-your-lgbtq-teen

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May 26, 2026 · not_requested

What Happens When an LGBTQ Child Gets No Support: Steph Vachon's Story of Survival and Reclamation

Duration seconds: 2265
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/beyond-survival-queer-healing-fatherhood-and-reinvention

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May 22, 2026 · not_requested

When You Get It Wrong With Your LGBTQ Child: A Parent's Guide to Repair and Reconnection

Duration seconds: 722
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-reconnect-after-a-hard-conversation-with-your-lgbtq-teen

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May 19, 2026 · not_requested

"What If I Say the Wrong Thing?" When Fear Takes Over Conversations With Your Gay Teen

Duration seconds: 756
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/what-if-i-say-the-wrong-thing-when-fear-takes-over-conversations-with-your-gay-teen

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May 15, 2026 · not_requested

Your Silence Is Saying Something: How Parents of LGBTQ Kids Can Break the Cycle in One Small Moment

Duration seconds: 838
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-and-allies-this-is-the-sentence-that-breaks-the-silence

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May 12, 2026 · not_requested

The Silence of Shame: How Generational Patterns Affect LGBTQ Kids and How Parents Can Break the Cycle

Duration seconds: 1568
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-silence-of-shame-breaking-generational-patterns-to-better-support-our-queer-teens

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May 8, 2026 · not_requested

Why Speaking Up Feels So Hard For Parents of Gay and Trans Kids

Duration seconds: 545
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/why-speaking-up-feels-so-hard-for-parents-of-gay-and-trans-kids

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May 5, 2026 · not_requested

Correcting Misgendering | Practical Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ Teens

Duration seconds: 416
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-cost-of-staying-quiet-when-your-trans-child-is-misgendered

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May 1, 2026 · not_requested

Stay Grounded After Tough LGBTQ Conversations | A Reset for Allies

Duration seconds: 400
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/how-parents-and-lgbtq-allies-stay-grounded-after-difficult-conversations

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Apr 28, 2026 · not_requested

When Friendship and Values Collide: A Guide for Parents and LGBTQ Allies

Duration seconds: 665
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/when-friendship-and-values-collide-a-guide-for-parents-and-lgbtq-allies

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Apr 24, 2026 · not_requested

When Fear Gets Loud, How Do You Parent?

Duration seconds: 497
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/when-fear-gets-loud-how-do-you-parent

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Apr 21, 2026 · not_requested

When Good Intentions Damage Allyship | What Parents of LGBTQ Teens Say Wrong

Duration seconds: 570
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-you-meant-love-they-heard-something-else-what-do-you-do

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Apr 17, 2026 · not_requested

"My Kid Thinks They're Gay!" What This Moment Asks From Parents

Duration seconds: 587
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/my-kid-thinks-theyre-gay-what-this-moment-asks-from-parents

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Apr 14, 2026 · not_requested

"Mom, I think I'm Gay" - Parents, This Moment is an Opportunity

Duration seconds: 952
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/mom-i-think-im-gay-parents-this-moment-is-an-opportunity-not-a-crisis

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Apr 10, 2026 · not_requested

Parents, This Is How Grief Evolves Instead of Disappearing

Duration seconds: 496
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-this-is-how-grief-evolves-instead-of-disappearing

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Apr 7, 2026 · not_requested

Parents and Allies of LGBTQ Teens: From Grief to Grace: Rituals, Repair, and the Sacred Act of Letting Go

Duration seconds: 843
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-and-allies-of-lgbtq-teens-from-grief-to-grace-rituals-repair-and-the-sacred-act-of-letting-go

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Apr 3, 2026 · not_requested

What Your LGBTQ Teen Hears When You Say, “Let’s Not Tell Anyone Yet”

Duration seconds: 905
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/what-your-lgbtq-teen-hears-when-you-say-lets-not-tell-anyone-yet

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Mar 31, 2026 · not_requested

Parenting Through Division: Grieving the World, Our Expectations, and Finding Grace

Duration seconds: 856
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parenting-through-division-grieving-the-world-our-expectations-and-finding-grace

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Mar 27, 2026 · not_requested

Parents, Do You See Therapy As Support or Correction?

Duration seconds: 1017
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-this-is-the-quiet-hope-that-destroys-trust-when-therapy-becomes-correction

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Mar 24, 2026 · not_requested

Grief Shape-Shifts: Guidance for Parents and LGBTQ Allies Navigating Loss

Duration seconds: 1262
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/grief-shape-shifts-guidance-for-parents-and-lgbtq-allies-navigating-loss

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Mar 22, 2026 · not_requested

Nothing Without a Company: Creating Spaces Where No One Feels Alone

Duration seconds: 541
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/nothing-without-a-company-creating-spaces-where-no-one-feels-alone

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Mar 20, 2026 · not_requested

Parents of LGBTQ Teens, Have You Ever Prayed "Please Let This Go Away?"

Duration seconds: 894
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-prayer-many-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-whisper-in-secret

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Mar 17, 2026 · not_requested

The First 30 Seconds: Parenting Guidance for LGBTQ Coming Out Conversations

Duration seconds: 605
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-first-30-seconds-parenting-guidance-for-lgbtq-coming-out-conversations

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Mar 13, 2026 · not_requested

Parents of LGBTQ Kids: Do You Quietly Hope It’s “Just a Phase?”

Duration seconds: 960
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-of-lgbtq-kids-do-you-quietly-hope-its-just-a-phase

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Mar 10, 2026 · not_requested

5 Ways Moms of LGBTQ Kids Know They’re Becoming Stronger Allies

Duration seconds: 952
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/5-ways-moms-of-lgbtq-kids-know-theyre-becoming-stronger-allies

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Mar 9, 2026 · not_requested

Parents of LGBTQ Kids: The Biggest Mistake Allies Make When a Child Comes Out (Interview on No Guilt Mom)

Duration seconds: 2016
Source: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/parents-of-lgbtq-kids-the-biggest-mistake-allies-make-when-a-child-comes-out-interview-on-no-guilt-mom

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