For parents of LGBTQ parents, did you know before they even came to you? Did you say something or just wait for them to say something…the only reason i want to say I KNOW before she says something to me is beacuse i dont want her to be nervous about telling me…what should I do
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Just ask her what she likes?
I’m gay and my family did not know till I came out. Just reassure them that they can tell you anything and you always support them no matter what.
Good job mama!!!
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Just be there for her show her that no matter what you will love and accept her
I would let her understand the unconditional love you have for her… and she can feel free to tell you anything… and that love never changes 
Then let her tell you when she’s ready.
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I would maybe put on a show with a LGBTQ kid and be like “ya know, I’d totally accept you if you were into chicks or dudes”. Lol. Then go from there.
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I knew before my daughter said something on her own. She didn’t even tell me she told her oldest brother. She was worried I would be mad or upset with her. She is almost 12. Needless to say I accept my daughter no matter if she likes girls boys or both. We will be going together as a family to Denver Pride in June😊
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I knew and waited it out. I asked what pronouns they wanted and BAM. It came out.
They were 18.
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I knew before my daughter told me she was bi. I already knew, but I let her tell me when she was ready.
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I knew… I just waited until they were ready… However I made sure my kids all knew I was ok with it and that my home is a safe place for everyone
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When my step son came out to his dad he told him dad I need to talk to you. My husband and I knew before he told us but we waited for him to tell us. When he told us my husband just said ok as long as he treats you good that’s all I care about. I just want you happy
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So my now 13 yr old daughter had mentioned being bi at nine but I blew it off as too young to know. Then at 12 she said hey this time it’s true I’m bi. Now at thirteen she’s lesbian. And I wouldn’t want it any other way I love her and support her and her gf. My only condition is to be with someone who loves and respects you
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I knew when my son was 5 years old but I waited till he came out but def would drop hits about how I would love my children who ever they choose to love.
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I knew years before my daughter came out. I always made comments about how I hoped that she would find a person that loved her for who she is and who would treat her with respect and make her happy and I emphasized that we didn’t care whether that person was a male or a female or a different race or religion, as long as they loved her and she loved them, they would be loved by us as well. I wanted her to know unequivocally that there would be nothing she could ever tell us that would make us not love her and think she was fantastic. She eventually came out to us on her own, and despite all of my reassurances she was still nervous about it because it was a big thing to come out and say.
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Ok I just wanna know why Faith Aiwonodagbon is making a sad face on all of the supportive comments
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I had thoughts about my daughter but wasn’t 100% sure. She never liked dresses, could throw a football farther than all the boys in her class at every age, and was just more interested in what society classifies as “boy” activities. I wasn’t sure if she was just a tomboy so I didn’t say anything to her about her being gay specifically. I would just say things to her when we would see lesbian or gay couples like “aww how cute” or “glad they feel comfortable to be theirselves no matter what.” When she was 15 she told me and it was never an issue. My opinion is let them know you support LOVE no matter what color or gender and let them come to you when they are comfortable
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I made a very safe and loving home for my children. We have been very open about sexuality as I am queer. I waited for them to come to me. I am so happy that they felt so loved and so safe with me that I was trusted. I love my children no matter what. If any person is reading this and you aren’t loved by your family because of your coming out, you are loved here. You are not alone.
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I knew before. I’ve always been the kind of mom that went to pride parades and I’m super open when it comes to my beliefs that everyone should be treated equally… I’m open that I love people regardless of gender, race or religion so my kids never felt like it was something they needed to “come out”… my daughter just told me she had a girlfriend and that was it.
At the end of the day if it doesn’t bother you then she shouldn’t have to tell you, just dontseeem suprised at all if she does say something
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What is Sierra & Wendie laugh reacting a lot of comments 
some WOMEN need to grow tf up
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Iv always told my kid from a young age no matter who they deside to be with weather male or female as long as there happy and loved im happy my daughter bi qnd told me straight away cos iv always told them im happy if there happy
Todays generation it’s complex as there are many levels now gender fluid none binary i would first look into things to see where things are at
I’ve just always told my kids when we have talks about crushes or whatever, “If you ever have a boyfriend or a girlfriend blah blah blah.” By saying that, its not going to make them feel like they have to have a crush of the same gender, but will let them know if they do that its no biggie. Ive just always tried to make it so if they brought home someone of the same gender as a partner then it would be the literal same as if it was the opposite gender.
But in your situation, let him/her tell you, but you can drop hints. I call it cracking a door. They won’t go through the door and tell you until they’re ready, but by you cracking it, they feel you won’t be mad about it when they do step through.
Maybe say things like, “So any boys or girls you have a crush on?” Or mention things about gay kids and how you’re cool with it etc. Just dont be obvious and don’t get disappointed if they dont say something right away. Yes, we are getting more accepted in ways, but in others its still just as hard to be a gay/bi kid.
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I knew about my oldest being trans before he came out. I let him tell me on his own terms. My daughter came out as bi in the same convo, which wasn’t expected. They come to me for everything because they know I will love, accept, and support them no matter what.
Wait until they are ready. As long as they know you love them unconditionally, they will come out when they are ready
Don’t ask your child.
Why inflict a situation that doesn’t even need to be dealt with at this point.
If your child chooses to declare they are doubting their sexuality, just listen.
I never guessed, but I have always said ‘if you ever have a gf or bf’ as standard. I also have lgbtqia+ familywl who are quite active within the community.
Personally I didn’t know at all my daughter liked girls
Just wait it out… she needs to feel ready to come out.
Wait… she will tell you when she is ready,
You wait. Because what if your assumptions are wrong? Then it’s just extra embarrassing for her.
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I agree with everyone else saying that they need to be ready before you say anything. They need to come out to you themselves, that would mean they are comfortable confiding in you which is something as good parents all want.
Just make it clear, in front of your child, that you are accepting of everyone. You don’t want to stain your relationship by making that assumption. Tell your kid that if any of their friends come out, and their parents don’t accept them, that you will be their mom now. Advocate for equal rights in marriage and bathroom use, for LGBTQ, and let your child see this.
Embrace her when she does open up. How old is she?
I have told my children that they don’t need to “come out” to me. I don’t care, I love them no matter what. Just bring home whoever you are dating like any other human being would.