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[quote=Anonymous]Please excuse any incorrect vocabulary. This is new to me!

I just spoke to the parents of one of our neighbors and dear friends. They are beginning the process (?) of helping their child switch genders.  The child is 7. There's obviously a LOT more info that they shared with us but isn't necessary to this post.
Basically, I just want to know what to say and how to support them. The parents, of course, are under the guidance of top experts in this field. I don't want to ask THEM for help as they already have enough going on. I want to be equipped with good responses, questions, vocab, and emotional strength! 
I will begin to read some books....any suggestions? Any articles? Anything I should say beyond, "we are here to support you!" 
The parents are wonderful and accepting, but this is very difficult and emotional for them. We want them to know we aren't downplaying the challenges but also want to let them know that we are 110% on board. 
We love them dearly and want to support them and the child.

Any advice is SO appreciated. 
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