RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_7f2f0a0f-ec52-411c-9c42-ec33e98f14bc -- Rendered At Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:24:34 +0000 North Star Parenting https://redcircle.com/shows/north-star-parenting en-US All rights reserved. Love your child! That's it. (Of course there's more to it than that!) Tina Neal Helping parents understand gender and how to help their children navigate gender exploration. Judgment free zone where you can learn how to navigate by your North Star - your child, happy and healthy. 7f2f0a0f-ec52-411c-9c42-ec33e98f14bc Advice and guidancce for parents regarding gender exploration.

]]> episodic no Tina Neal tina@northstarparenting.com no full Magical Thinking: Challenging the If Onlies.... Magical Thinking: Challenging the If Onlies.... Tina Neal This one's super short - a quick one on challenging magical thinking - the belief that singular changes can solve all problems. Tina encourages parents to guide their children through the realities of transitioning, ensuring they address all aspects of their well-being. Join us for a thoughtful discussion on balancing dreams with reality, and the importance of holistic support for our kids. As always, thanks for listening! This one's super short - a quick one on challenging magical thinking - the belief that singular changes can solve all problems. Tina encourages parents to guide their children through the realities of transitioning, ensuring they address all aspects of their well-being. Join us for a thoughtful discussion on balancing dreams with reality, and the importance of holistic support for our kids. As always, thanks for listening! 

]]> <p>This one&#39;s super short - a quick one on challenging magical thinking - the belief that singular changes can solve all problems. Tina encourages parents to guide their children through the realities of transitioning, ensuring they address all aspects of their well-being. Join us for a thoughtful discussion on balancing dreams with reality, and the importance of holistic support for our kids. As always, thanks for listening! </p> 597513d0-46ab-4d94-b888-4424b0bdf340 https://northstarparenting.com/ Tue, 17 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +0000 178 no full Navigating Boundaries as Parents of Gender-Expansive Kids Navigating Boundaries as Parents of Gender-Expansive Kids Tina Neal Today I'm exploring the complex and crucial concept of boundaries within the context of parenting a child exploring their gender identity. In this episode, we discuss the internal journey parents go through, including reassessing perceptions of gender and managing personal feelings, while maintaining support for their child. We emphasize the importance of keeping certain struggles private to focus on their child's well-being. We also address the delicate balance between showing pride and protecting a child's privacy, especially in an era where social media can complicate this balance. Join us as we explore these vital aspects of parenting with honesty and empathy. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Follow your North Star, and love your child. Today I'm exploring the complex and crucial concept of boundaries within the context of parenting a child exploring their gender identity. In this episode, we discuss the internal journey parents go through, including reassessing perceptions of gender and managing personal feelings, while maintaining support for their child. We emphasize the importance of keeping certain struggles private to focus on their child's well-being. We also address the delicate balance between showing pride and protecting a child's privacy, especially in an era where social media can complicate this balance. Join us as we explore these vital aspects of parenting with honesty and empathy. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Follow your North Star, and love your child.

]]> <p>Today I&#39;m exploring the complex and crucial concept of boundaries within the context of parenting a child exploring their gender identity. In this episode, we discuss the internal journey parents go through, including reassessing perceptions of gender and managing personal feelings, while maintaining support for their child. We emphasize the importance of keeping certain struggles private to focus on their child&#39;s well-being. We also address the delicate balance between showing pride and protecting a child&#39;s privacy, especially in an era where social media can complicate this balance. Join us as we explore these vital aspects of parenting with honesty and empathy. Don&#39;t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Follow your North Star, and love your child.</p> 1e6d710b-d065-4c2e-8391-d645ad616cee https://northstarparenting.com/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +0000 459 no full Following Your True North Star: Parenting Without Preconceptions Following Your True North Star: Parenting Without Preconceptions Tina Neal Welcome to another episode of North Star Parenting! I'm your host, Tina Neal, and today, I'm talking about a key part of North Star Parenting: getting out of our own way. Often, as parents, we find ourselves trying to shield our children from the challenges that scarred us, projecting our fears and dreams onto them. This episode explores the importance of dismantling these preconceived notions and truly seeing our children for who they are. We'll talk about how to clear the mental clouds blocking your "North Star" to better guide your parenting decisions, especially when supporting a child exploring their gender. So, let's dive into how we can follow our North Star and ensure a happy, healthy journey for our children. Don’t forget to subscribe to stay updated on all our latest episodes! Welcome to another episode of North Star Parenting! I'm your host, Tina Neal, and today, I'm talking about a key part of North Star Parenting: getting out of our own way. Often, as parents, we find ourselves trying to shield our children from the challenges that scarred us, projecting our fears and dreams onto them. This episode explores the importance of dismantling these preconceived notions and truly seeing our children for who they are. We'll talk about how to clear the mental clouds blocking your "North Star" to better guide your parenting decisions, especially when supporting a child exploring their gender. So, let's dive into how we can follow our North Star and ensure a happy, healthy journey for our children. Don’t forget to subscribe to stay updated on all our latest episodes!

]]> <p>Welcome to another episode of North Star Parenting! I&#39;m your host, Tina Neal, and today, I&#39;m talking about a key part of North Star Parenting: getting out of our own way. Often, as parents, we find ourselves trying to shield our children from the challenges that scarred us, projecting our fears and dreams onto them. This episode explores the importance of dismantling these preconceived notions and truly seeing our children for who they are. We&#39;ll talk about how to clear the mental clouds blocking your &#34;North Star&#34; to better guide your parenting decisions, especially when supporting a child exploring their gender. So, let&#39;s dive into how we can follow our North Star and ensure a happy, healthy journey for our children. Don’t forget to subscribe to stay updated on all our latest episodes!</p> 954ec12e-042c-48bd-8b11-b2577ce46607 http://www.northstarparenting.com Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +0000 366 no full Media & Our Minds: How Repetition Feels Real Media & Our Minds: How Repetition Feels Real Tina Neal Welcome back to North Star Parenting! I'm your host, Tina Neal, and today's episode tackles a deeply concerning and timely issue: the impact of media misinformation on parents of transgender and gender-expansive children. With the prevalence of anti-trans rhetoric and misleading information in our culture, parents face a constant barrage of talking points that can undermine their confidence and decision-making. By understanding the biases in mainstream media and arming ourselves with accurate information, we can better support our beloved children in these challenging times. Tune in as we explore how to stay strong amid the misinformation and continue to follow our North Star in loving and supporting our kids. Welcome back to North Star Parenting! I'm your host, Tina Neal, and today's episode tackles a deeply concerning and timely issue: the impact of media misinformation on parents of transgender and gender-expansive children. With the prevalence of anti-trans rhetoric and misleading information in our culture, parents face a constant barrage of talking points that can undermine their confidence and decision-making. By understanding the biases in mainstream media and arming ourselves with accurate information, we can better support our beloved children in these challenging times. Tune in as we explore how to stay strong amid the misinformation and continue to follow our North Star in loving and supporting our kids.

]]> <p><span></span>Welcome back to North Star Parenting! I&#39;m your host, Tina Neal, and today&#39;s episode tackles a deeply concerning and timely issue: the impact of media misinformation on parents of transgender and gender-expansive children. With the prevalence of anti-trans rhetoric and misleading information in our culture, parents face a constant barrage of talking points that can undermine their confidence and decision-making. By understanding the biases in mainstream media and arming ourselves with accurate information, we can better support our beloved children in these challenging times. Tune in as we explore how to stay strong amid the misinformation and continue to follow our North Star in loving and supporting our kids.</p> fe6514f7-8210-4455-953e-d09ce721382b http://www.northstarparenting.com Wed, 28 Aug 2024 14:00:00 +0000 638 no full Parents' Biggest Fear: Suicide Parents' Biggest Fear: Suicide 6 Tina Neal Discussing the fear that parents of gender-expansive youth carry with them, and how our support helps In this heartwarming episode of North Star Parenting, host Tina Neal addresses one of the most pressing fears for parents of gender expansive youth: the risk of suicide. This episode does not go into explicit detail around suicide, but more broadly discusses the risks and role parental support plays in reducing those risks. Join us as we navigate these difficult waters and affirm the incredible strength and love that families bring to their children's lives. And I'll put the main message right here—your supportive presence is a superpower for your child. In this heartwarming episode of North Star Parenting, host Tina Neal addresses one of the most pressing fears for parents of gender expansive youth: the risk of suicide. This episode does not go into explicit detail around suicide, but more broadly discusses the risks and role parental support plays in reducing those risks.

Join us as we navigate these difficult waters and affirm the incredible strength and love that families bring to their children's lives. And I'll put the main message right here—your supportive presence is a superpower for your child.

]]> <p>In this heartwarming episode of North Star Parenting, host Tina Neal addresses one of the most pressing fears for parents of gender expansive youth: the risk of suicide. This episode does not go into explicit detail around suicide, but more broadly discusses the risks and role parental support plays in reducing those risks. </p><p>Join us as we navigate these difficult waters and affirm the incredible strength and love that families bring to their children&#39;s lives. And I&#39;ll put the main message right here—your supportive presence is a superpower for your child.</p> 215d8b1c-be7b-45a6-9c32-484f3cea6646 http://www.northstarparenting.com Sat, 01 Jun 2024 14:00:00 +0000 414 no full Find Your People! The Power of Other Parents Find Your People! The Power of Other Parents 5 Tina Neal We're Stronger Together Today, we're diving into the unique and deeply important topic of community for parents of gender expansive youth. No matter how supportive your environment might be, there's nothing quite like connecting with other parents who understand the specific journey you're on. We'll explore the power of shared experiences, the importance of support networks, and why fostering these connections can make a world of difference for you and your child. Today, we're diving into the unique and deeply important topic of community for parents of gender expansive youth. No matter how supportive your environment might be, there's nothing quite like connecting with other parents who understand the specific journey you're on. We'll explore the power of shared experiences, the importance of support networks, and why fostering these connections can make a world of difference for you and your child.

]]> <p>Today, we&#39;re diving into the unique and deeply important topic of community for parents of gender expansive youth. No matter how supportive your environment might be, there&#39;s nothing quite like connecting with other parents who understand the specific journey you&#39;re on. We&#39;ll explore the power of shared experiences, the importance of support networks, and why fostering these connections can make a world of difference for you and your child.</p> 1cbd45ff-4310-44c8-a137-746ad6d85e03 http://www.northstarparenting.com Sat, 25 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000 414 no full Your North Star: Of Course It's More Complicated Than That! Your North Star: Of Course It's More Complicated Than That! 4 Tina Neal Understand yourself to parent better Supporting Your Gender-Expansive Child: "The first things parents need to do when a child starts exploring gender in any capacity is really look inward." In this episode, Tina looks at how parents can reach "neutral" in approaching gender, and why this is important. (Spoiler: It's so your North Star's light can shine clearly through!) Supporting Your Gender-Expansive Child: "The first things parents need to do when a child starts exploring gender in any capacity is really look inward."

In this episode, Tina looks at how parents can reach "neutral" in approaching gender, and why this is important. (Spoiler: It's so your North Star's light can shine clearly through!)

]]> <p><span>Supporting Your Gender-Expansive Child: &#34;The first things parents need to do when a child starts exploring gender in any capacity is really look inward.&#34; </span></p><p><span>In this episode, Tina looks at how parents can reach &#34;neutral&#34; in approaching gender, and why this is important. (Spoiler: It&#39;s so your North Star&#39;s light can shine clearly through!)</span></p> 965d7874-8541-4ed4-8436-61daa8c69729 http://www.northstarparenting.com Sat, 18 May 2024 14:10:00 +0000 423 no full Understanding Your North Star Understanding Your North Star Tina Neal Learn the core idea of our North Star—ensuring your child is happy and healthy in mind, body, and soul. 

]]> <p>Learn the core idea of our North Star—ensuring your child is happy and healthy in mind, body, and soul. </p> d0ec2aa9-6489-4b4d-8304-670e5b15424b http://www.northstarparenting.com Sun, 14 Apr 2024 01:42:15 +0000 284 no full Guiding Your Gender Expansive Child with the North Star Method Guiding Your Gender Expansive Child with the North Star Method 1 Tina Neal Welcome back to North Star Parenting! If you're navigating your child's unique journey with gender, this is the place for guidance without the noise. We discussed embracing your child's exploration—whether they transition, identify as non-binary, or circle back to where they started. Here, we're not about prescribing paths but providing support. It's all about centering your child's happiness and health, helping you process information through the lens of what's best for them, and joining hands with them on their life's journey.

Stay tuned and subscribe for more insights on supporting your child with a heart open to wherever their truth lies. Follow your North Star, and love your child

]]> <p>Welcome back to North Star Parenting! If you&#39;re navigating your child&#39;s unique journey with gender, this is the place for guidance without the noise. We discussed embracing your child&#39;s exploration—whether they transition, identify as non-binary, or circle back to where they started. Here, we&#39;re not about prescribing paths but providing support. It&#39;s all about centering your child&#39;s happiness and health, helping you process information through the lens of what&#39;s best for them, and joining hands with them on their life&#39;s journey. </p><p>Stay tuned and subscribe for more insights on supporting your child with a heart open to wherever their truth lies. Follow your North Star, and love your child</p> 1eacaa28-0b12-44f5-abca-6d8755e0b4f5 http://www.northstarparenting.com Sun, 14 Apr 2024 01:30:22 +0000 272 no