Hi my name is Teresa and I am new to this forum and in the process of  learning how to correctly and respectfully talk to and about my oldest child Zach whom is transgender/genderfluid.

Hi Mom!

Hello Teresa (aka tmhoward), I see that you are new here and may have questions and concerns, this is the right place for you to be to find out what others have done that may have been in your circumstances. 
Be aware that there are lots of members here that can identify with the issues that you brought up in your introduction posting. 

WELCOME to Susan's Place.  You will find this a safe and friendly place to share with others about transition and to read about others transitions and their trials, tribulations, and successes in their transition journey. 
It is nice that you have signed up so you can share with others and involve yourself with some give and take with other members.
When frustrated or if you have a successful moment in your journey you can share it here if you wish and receive support from others and offer support to others. ....

***It's a very good chance that you might find that you will make some new friends here. 

Please come in and get involved at your own pace.  Be sure to look at the Links that I posted below, there is information about the site that will help you navigate around and best utilize the features here.
Again, Welcome.
Danielle

Here are some links to the site rules and stuff that all new members should be familiar with:

Site Terms of Service & Rules to Live By	Standard Terms & Definitions	Post Ranks (including when you can upload an avatar)	Cautionary Note
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Welcome Teresa! 

It's very nice to see that you're willing to take the time to interact on this forum and learn more about the transgender experience.  I hope and expect that your child is appreciative as well.

I've been trying to get my parents to get involved here as well, so it's good to see you take this step.  I hope you find the answers and support here that you seek.

Hi Teresa and Cartowheel, who I assume is the child you are referring to

Welcome you both and while I've only been on this site a few months, I think this a first for me welcoming you both

Hi Teresa 

Welcome to Susan's Place    Glad to have you here, join on in the fun

Hugs

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