On an upcoming encore presentation (TBA), OWN viewers will meet a little girl whose courage will blow you away. Born a boy, Jazz says she always knew she was meant to be a girl. Get to know Jazz and her mom, Jeanette, and learn more about their inspiring journey of acceptance and what it really means to live your truth.
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Hey, im a boy im 15 and i want to be a girl but i dont know what to do about it, with hourmones, telling parents and all that PLEAASE help me
i feel so trapped
Hi Rachel. Honey, here is my advice to you:
Tell your parents. That’s the mistake I didn’t make. Tell them you are transgender. Say to them you have a girl’s brain and you can’t be a man, that you have to be a woman. Don’t be afraid to tell them. Find makeup, put it on and see if you see something happen in the mirror. It might feel like magic. Above all, don’t be afraid to be yourself. You don’t want to be 26 like me and so unhappy. Find a way to see a therapist. TELL YOUR PARENTS. They need to know as soon as possible. Even if they don’t understand in the beginning, please tell them now. my email is sysm29@ptd.net if you need more help.
Hi Juliana,
Thanks for giving Rachel such wonderful advice. I hope she contacts you.
{{{BIG HUGS}}},
Jazz’s Mom
Hun,
I’ll give a few steps: Get all the information to help your parents deal
2.Then tell your parents so they can put you on hormones
3. Don’t be afraid of the truth.
4. before all that talk to a counselor.<—do this first….
Vanity G.
Hi Vanity,
Thanks for listing such great points.
{{{BIG HUGS}}},
Jazz’s Mom
Hi Rachel,
I’m so sorry you are feeling trapped. I know exactly how you feel. Please be brave and tell your parents how you feel. I’m sure they will love you and want you to be happy like mine did.
Good luck, love and laughter, : )
I have been following the story of Jazz for several years now (Since the 20/20 Show Aired). Jazz is a heroine, and her courage is inspiring. Her parents are amazing for their insight, openmindedness, and courage. She has, possibly unknowingly, inspired many people through her story, and the videos posted on YouTube and other sites.
Best wishes for Jazz and her family! I truly hope that your life will be everything you want it to be!
Thanks for writing Ed!
We appreciate all your beautiful praise. We share our story to inspire and help others. Our next step is to give back and help other children who aren’t as fortunate as Jazz. Please spread the word of our foundation. Every dollar received goes directly to improving the lives of transkids.
{{{BIG HUGS}}},
Jazz and Jeanette
Jeanette;
You must be the coolest mom ever. Hi Jazz I hope your having fun and getting straight A’s in school.
HUGS Always
Vanity Gonzales
I told my gnradmotehr how you helped. She said, “bake them a cake!”
i am a 16 yr ftm and i jus love Jazz shes such a young beautiful girl
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