Can I persuade my child that they aren’t trans?
No! You can try but that will only harm your relationship. Trans kids need to be believed and they need your unwavering love and support, as they always do in everything they do.
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When should my trans child start hormones?
We consider that any cisgender child who hasn’t started puberty by 14 is a late developer and they should have their puberty kick-started with hormones. The same rules apply to trans children. We want them to develop normally, at the same time as the ...
What if my trans child changes their mind?
Transgender children will always be trans, they don’t change their mind, and transition regret rates are very low. Some people do regret transitioning, but the reason is not because they are no longer trans. They either were not trans in the first ...
How can I get my prescription for my trans child?
If you don’t have a doctor that will prescribe for you on the recommendations created by our systems then we can refer you to one of our independent prescribers. They're experts in gender care, and they're up to date with current clinical guidelines ...
Where can I get healthcare for my trans child?
The options are very limited in the UK due to the puberty blocker ban and in some other countries. NHS services are severely restricted, and there are very few private options. GenderGP has proudly supported trans youth since 2015 and will assist you ...
Why don’t GPs treat transgender (trans) people?
There are many reasons why GPs don't feel able to treat trans people. These reasons can vary from prejudice and religion to a general belief that they lack the knowledge to do so, and a lack of training resources available. Prejudice or personal ...