Why open, accepting responses matter when children express gender concerns
Helen explains how children naturally express gender feelings and why dismissive responses like 'don't be silly, you're a boy/girl' can be harmful, contrasting this with families who remain open and accepting
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Dr Helen Webberley, Gender Specialist and Medical Educator
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