EdMed Talks
EdMed Talks
Drs. Adam and Jaclyn Dovico
Episode 8: Parenting Children in the LGBTQ Community featuring Dave Burgess
30 minutes Posted Jun 7, 2023 at 12:00 am.
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In this episode, we invite educator, author, publisher and speaker Dave Burgess onto the show to discuss parenting a child in the LGBTQ+ community. We explore the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive environment within families, where children can freely express their authentic selves without fear or judgment. Dave shares personal stories of the initial stages of discovering his child's LGBTQ identity and the emotions and self-learning during that process.

Throughout the episode, we address common concerns and misconceptions surrounding parenting LGBTQ children. Dave provides valuable insights and advice on navigating societal biases, advocating for children's rights, and finding supportive communities.

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