In the second of two eye-opening episodes of The InFormed Parent Podcast, host Suzanne Phillips sits down with Jenna Parker, a 25-year-old young professional who walked through gender transition and later detransitioned in her early twenties. Jenna bravely shares her powerful and deeply personal story, shedding light on gender ideology, the cultural pressures surrounding it, and the emotional and psychological aspects of transitioning. With honesty and compassion, Jenna offers insights for parents and young people navigating this topic and provides invaluable advice for fostering a healthy, identity-rooted foundation in truth.
Episode Highlights:
The dangers of social media, online communities, and gender affirmation therapy.
Processing trauma after detransitioning—what healing looks like.
The role of parents in guiding their children through cultural pressures.
Identity in Jesus—what Jenna has learned and how she sees herself now.
Practical advice for parents and kids navigating these conversations.
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Healthy Identity & Biblical Truth for Parents
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Quotes or Scriptures Mentioned:
"True identity is found in Christ, not in labels, ideologies, or cultural trends."
"Parents are the first and most important voice in shaping their child's understanding of identity."
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