Support for Parents of Transgender Youth in Canada: Free Guide for Navigating Your Child’s Gender Journey

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A new program and a dedicated space supporting parents and caregivers of trans young people, is here when you need it most.

Welcome! For those of you who are new to Simply Good Form, we’ve been here for you since 2019 — but now, we are here even more.

I am excited to now offer coaching services, along with a private online connection community for parents and caregivers of transgender, non-binary and gender expansive young people. You might even be eligible for free coaching sessions!

I’m Cynthia (she/her) and I’m the founder of Simply Good Form, and have also walked, hiked…climbed, my own parenting gender journey. I recognize the profound challenges experienced by primary caregivers searching for gender affirming resources and navigating support systems. My services embed compassionate guidance in a world often clouded by misinformation and harmful rhetoric.

The First 30 Days: A Gentle Guide for Parents and Caregivers Navigating a Gender Journey

  • Are you new to this journey?
  • Has your child or young person recently come out as transgender or gender creative, and you’re not sure where to start?

The First 30 Days is a Free Guide I created to support you during those pivotal early days!

The First 30 Days

I created this FREE guide to support parents and primary caregivers during the first 30 days of their child’s gender journey. It’s a simple, step-by-step downloadable booklet that will help you with the “What now?”

Learn 3 positive things you can do in the first 30 days, what to say, when you don’t have all the answers, and more! You’re not doing this alone 💛

What happens once you click to get your Guide?

  1. You’ll be directed to my Coaching website where you can download the Guide for free – no obligation.
  2. I ask for your email, but of course, you can unsubscribe any time.
  3. Along with the guide, you’ll receive 5 emails in total which deliver additional support information, tips and resources, straight to your inbox, during the first 30 days.
  4. That’s it – I will not spam you – your time is too important. If you find I can support you with coaching, in a meaningful way, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you on this journey, having navigated our own pathway since my child was in elementary school.

Mission Statement:

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My Mission: is to provide accessible coaching and support to primary care providers of transgender people and their loved ones; including connection, resources, and community. I value belonging and creating space where trans people are seen, valued, and thrive.

My goal is to help you with navigating a gender journey with confidence and dignity.

Nova Scotia has the highest proportion of transgender and non-binary individuals among Canadian provinces, with approximately 1 in 200 people identifying as such.Through empathy, education, and practical support, we value bridging the gaps in care and understanding to create a safer, more inclusive future for all.

Creating a safe online space in a rapidly changing world, was driven by the urgent need to support:

  1. Parents and Caregivers of transgender and non-binary children, youth, teens, and young adults, empowering them with accurate, affirming information and a supportive community. Private community for you!
  2. Transgender People in Nova Scotia, ensuring access to the gender-affirming care that is essential for their well-being. We also provide support for folks across Canada. Private community for you!
  3. Connection: Within this online space, there is a space where everyone can come together and share resources, outside of your own private community channels.

Providing reliable resources and access to a Peer-to-Peer community, helps counteract the harmful misinformation prevalent on social and political platforms.


Our Services Inside Filling The GAP Reflect Compassion and Purpose:

  • 1:1 Leadership Affirming Coaching Sessions: Personalized guidance helping families and individuals navigate complex systems of care, and make informed decisions with confidence.
  • Education and Resources:
    • Access to gender-affirming care education including
      • name and gender marker change pathway
      • best practices for language, communication and terminology
      • allyship training
      • Downloadable digital materials tailored for caregivers and professionals to support inclusivity.
  • Virtual Support Meet-Ups: Virtual gatherings offer a safe space for parents and caregivers to connect, share their experiences, and gain strength through collective understanding. Hosted by former pflag Canada chapter leader and parent volunteers. Each meeting provides vital resources and practical advice to combat misinformation and foster meaningful allyship.

More than a program—it’s a lifeline.

I stand alongside caregivers overwhelmed by the weight of societal misinformation and transgender individuals who face systemic barriers to care.

Together, we’re building a network of trust, understanding, and action to empower individuals and families to thrive.


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