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[quote=Anonymous]When dd was in preschool, she kept changing which my little pony character was her favorite. On some days, she felt like Rarity was so relatable, and on other days she felt a strong bond to Rainbow Dash. Then there was the Pinky Pie phase. It changed often, but it didn’t make the one who was her favorite any less her favorite in the moment, even though I knew in a day or a week it would probably be different.

The point is, a lot of kids are feeling things for the first time. They don’t know exactly what to do with those feelings or how to put them into words. They have a wealth of knowledge about topics we never dreamed of at that age at their fingertips. So first, accept that for most and especially for that child, sexuality and to some extent gender are fluid. Then accept that they’re trying on different labels to try to express themselves, the way some kids might try a different hairstyle or favorite character.

Really, other than being unconventional, where’s the harm in feeling the way the kid feels? It’s not hurting anyone. It really has no effect on you or anyone else. Just smile and nod. [/quote]

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