A Parent's Dilemma

[Phoebe Reece]

This is actually a question posed by a friend on another forum. A parent has just discovered their teenage son is a crossdresser. The son does not know that the parent knows. The parent is not a crossdresser and knows little about the subject, but is willing to learn more about it. The parent involved desparately wants some advice on how to deal with the situation. What would you suggest this parent do?

[CharleneCD]

First this parent needs to be congratulated for being such a wonderful understanding person. Second, getting educated on crossdressing is the best thing they can do. The more understanding they have the better they will be able to deal with it. They also need to understand that this may not always be easy for them to deal with. There will be good days and bad for them as the parent. If they decide to let the son know that they are aware of his dressing they need to be very careful. At this stage in his life things could get out of hand quicklyand cause him mental harm.

[Holly]

You might suggest the parent join our forum and ask whatever questions they seek answers to. We're a pretty open group and would be more that willing to bring a better understanding of CDing to anyone genuinely interested in learning. That's my 0.02 .

[Wendy me]

i would go with what holy said ....( your so smart )..........

[ChristineRenee]

Yes...join our forum...and definitely seek education. The more knowledgeable the parent can be about the subject matter, the better they will be able to deal with it....and that's my 0.02 worth!:)

[urban gypsy]

i would also suggest them joining the forum as there is a wealth of information and knowledge here.

big hugs
joanna

[MaylinJane]

I agree with the rest. That and give their son the space to experment and discover themselves. But most of all, they need to let their son know that they are loved unconditionally and no matter what they will always be there for them.

[Phoebe Reece]

Thanks everyone. I passed on the recommendation about joining this forum to get more info. Whether or not the parents involved will actually do so - who knows (this was all through a 3rd party). From what I have heard, the crossdressing has been going on for some time, but for whatever reason, the parents are just now dealing with the issue. If I hear anything further about what actually happens, I'll post it.