Growing Up TransJune 30, 2015An intimate look at the struggles and choices facing transgender kids and their families.(84:12) An intimate look at the struggles and choices facing transgender kids and their families. FEATURED FROM THIS REPORT
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Listen to “Growing Up Trans”July 1, 2015, 6:34 pm ET · by Priyanka BoghaniFilmmakers Miri Navasky and Karen O’Connor meet transgender children and their families who were willing to share stories of the struggles and choices they faced as they considered transitioning. 
How “Skylarkeleven” is Teaching a New Generation About Being TransJuly 1, 2015, 4:04 pm ET · by Jason M. BreslowSkylar Kergil, aka “skylarkeleven,” has clocked more than 7 million views on his YouTube channel chronicling everything from his testosterone treatments to “top surgery.” 
What’s It Like “Growing Up Trans”? – Google Hangout 7/1 at 3/2cJuly 1, 2015, 9:35 am ETJoin our discussion with filmmakers Karen O’Connor and Miri Navasky; Dr. Robert Garofalo, from Lurie Children’s hospital; Christy Hegarty, the mother of Lia, 9, whose transition is featured in the film; and YouTuber, musician and activist, Skylar Kergil. 
“I Am a Woman Because I Say I Am”June 30, 2015, 9:26 pm ET“Being a woman has nothing to do with anatomy or appearance,” writes Lia Hodson. “It has everything to do with how you identify.” 
What’s It Like to Start Taking Testosterone at Age 15?June 30, 2015, 7:49 pm ET · by Patrice TaddonioThere are things Isaac loves about being on testosterone — growing more muscle, a deep booming voice. But for transgender young adults like him who have used the drug for their transition, there are downsides, too. 
How To Be a “Guy” When You Are Young and TransgenderJune 30, 2015, 7:41 pm ET · by Jason M. BreslowIn his head, Alex Singh, sees himself as a strong, flat-chested guy with an Adam’s apple and a beard. But when he would look in the mirror, he would see the body of young girl going through female puberty. 
Meet the Prom Queen Who Grew Up Trans But is Now “Just a Girl”June 30, 2015, 2:01 pm ET · by Jason M. Breslow“When I was younger, I didn’t really know what transgender was,” says Lia Hodson. Now, the former high school prom queen is among a first wave of children and young adults that is reshaping the transgender landscape. 
“It Was Kind of Like a Double Life”: Meet Ariel, Who Is Growing Up TransJune 29, 2015, 9:03 am ET · by Patrice TaddonioFor 13-year-old Ariel, the transition from boy to girl hasn’t always been easy, but family support has helped. RELATED PROGRAMS
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