Episode 115: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Children and Teens with Heather Hester

We have talked about many different aspects of parenting and supporting young people on the podcast. Today we are going to learn more about parenting and supporting LGBTQIA+ children and teens from firsthand experience. Today I am so excited to welcome an amazing podcaster and blogger Heather Hester. Her podcast, Just Breathe: Parenting your LGBTQ+ Teen, provides amazing information about parenting LGBTQIA+ children and teens and on the challenges of the LGBTQIA+ community at large. I have learned so much from her and the conversations that she engages in. Join Heather and I as we talk about her family's journey, what she has learned and resources for LGBTQIA+ teens, parents and allies. Contact Heather: IG: @chrysalismama Podcast: Just Breathe: Parenting your LGBTQ+ Teen Website: www.chrysalismama.com As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not be construed as medical or professional advice. Please speak with your own medical professional. #education #learning #lgbtq #lgbtqia+ #supportingteens #parenting #emotionalhealth #podcaster #podcast #coaching #mentalhealth #parenting #parentingteens #tweens #teens #mentalhealth #parentingadvice #lgbtqiachild #parentingskills #personalexperiences #pride #gay #lesbian #loveislove #lgbtqia2s #lgbtqia2splus ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­_____________________________________________ ADs: Pendulum by S.E. German My middle-grade fiction novel Pendulum by S.E. German is available on FriesenPress, Barnes and Noble, Amazon Worldwide (Amazon.com,  Amazon.ca) and more! Ben struggles with his mental health following an infection. He visits countless doctors and endures endless treatments all while trying to manage middle grade trials like his family moving, his first crush and playing competitive sports. This heartwarming story will build empathy and give you a glimpse into how Ben creates hope for the future.   Contact me for speaking engagements in schools, libraries and community events ([email protected]). Please subscribe, review & share this Podcast! KO-FI You can support the Learning to Slay the Beasts podcast through Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/learningtoslaythebeasts Connect with me IG: @saraladygluten , TikTok @saraladygluten and visit My Author/Podcaster Website: www.se-german.com  Visit my Amazon Storefront for recommendations:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/saraladygluten Sign up for the email list and receive a free Self-Care Calendar! Blog: www.theallergybeast.wordpress.com This post contains affiliate links.