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

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Podcast: [More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human](https://stenobird.com/podcast/more-human-more-kind-allyship-guidance-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-955717)
Published: 2026-05-22T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-reconnect-after-a-hard-conversation-with-your-lgbtq-teen
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## Resource

Download Panic to Plan Here What if you already got it wrong with your child… or you’re terrified you’ll say the wrong thing next? In this episode of More Human. More Kind. , Heather Hester explores two of the biggest fears parents face when supporting LGBTQ+ or questioning teens: “I think I already messed this up.” “What if I say the wrong thing?” You’ll learn why fear often creates distance in parent-child relationships, how repair rebuilds trust, and why connection matters more than perfect parenting. This episode offers grounded support for parents navigating hard conversations with LGBTQ+ teens, including: how to repair after a parenting mistake what to say when your mind goes blank why emotional safety matters how to stay connected during identity conversations practical phrases that build trust instead of fear If you’re parenting through uncertainty, anxiety, or fear of getting it wrong, this episode will help you feel steadier, calmer, and less alone. Listen to the episode now and download Heather’s free companion guide: Panic to Plan — a grounding resource for parents navigating difficult conversations with LGBTQ+ or questioning teens. Hi, I’m Heather Hester , and I’m so glad you’re here! Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Download my free guide to take you from Panic to Plan. Join a private community with other parents and allies just like you! Stay informed - receive my newsletter Invite me to speak at your workshop or event Read my book, Parenting with Pride . Share More Human. More Kind. Please subscribe, rate, and review ! Connect heather@heatherhester.net Buy Me A Coffee Watch on YouTube Listen to *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday! At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship , especially for…

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