Jamie also stresses the importance of community. "I think finding support is key for parents. This is a lot. It's not in the parenting book, no one prepares you for this. For a lot of people, this is their first exposure to LGBTQ identities, especially if they're coming from a religious background. Reaching out to other parents, organizations like PFLAG..."
Founded in 1973, PFLAG is the first and largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and their families. PFLAG’s network of hundreds of chapters and more than 325,000 members and supporters works to create a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.