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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]FWIW His partner is supportive and has publicly said as much. Lovingly [/quote]
I don’t know his wife’s sexual orientation but maybe it’s more fluid and she doesn’t care what the gender presentation is as long as Elliot is happy. [b]But what is a straight spouse suppose to do in that situation? [/b]I understand being compassionate and loving towards the transgender spouse but I can’t imagine staying with my husband if he transitioned. I really hope society becomes more accepting of people so these situations are less likely to happen. It can be devastating for a spouse to deal with especially if there are kids involved.[/quote]
Leave. It would be horribly painful to have your world change so much, but you are not a bad person for not wanting to remain married. I would also think you’d have long-term counseling that could hopefully allow you to get to a place where there can be good co-parenting. And the kids absolutely need a good counselor.[/quote]

I appreciate your comment. I haven’t confided in any friends or family yet and I can’t tell you how alone I feel in this situation. There is hardly any support online for women like me. I know my situation isn’t the same as Elliot’s marriage but I just wanted whoever is reading this to know that behind these brave and courageous transgender individuals there may be a spouse whose life is left in pieces. [/quote]

Have you seen this site?  https://www.transwidowsvoices.org/   I believe there’s also a group on mumsnet.com, which is a UK mom’s site, but you may find the community helpful if you haven’t seen it yet.   Reddit purged communities critical of anything trans a few months ago, unfortunately.   I’m sorry for your troubles.  You’re definitely not alone, and I hope you find some support soon. [/quote]

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