Trans Dad Shares His Inspiring Journey with Gender-Neutral Pronouns 👨‍👧‍👦

TRANS DAD, Danny, had always dreamt of being a parent - and nine years into their transition, that dream unexpectedly came true. Out of one of the lowest points in Danny's life, as they were struggling with addiction, came their "greatest blessing" - their now 3-year-old child, Wilder. Danny was "born female" and raised as such - surrounded by "makeup boxes and jewellery and high heels." When Wilder was born, Danny made it their mission to practise "gender creative parenting" - referring to Wilder using gender neutral pronouns and giving them access to a range of toys, clothes and experiences that do not confine them to a "box". As Danny told truly: "I've seen how our gendered stereotypes impact children and I didn't want that to happen for Wilder." But Danny's parenting choices have been met with fierce criticism online: "On a daily basis I have hundreds of comments that say 'Poor child', 'CPS should remove that child'." But Danny has found comfort in the positive comments that "wash away" all the negatives and they are now laser-focused on ensuring Wilder can live a safe and happy life: "For Wilder's future, I hope they're met with kindness and I hope that they have more self-love than I could have ever imagined possible for myself... Wilder is a really powerful little being, they are here to change this world."