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233: Were your parents supportive when you came out? | Part 1

Season 6, Ep. 233

Today we are joined by the Williams Family! Kelly and Rich are parents to 3 wonderful children, Quin 20, Lola 18, Dylan 16 who all identify as LGBTQ+. We visit the Williams household to discuss how the kids have been supported by their parents and what Kelly and Rich have learnt most from parenting 3 brilliant LGBTQ+ children. Plus, what is an ‘emergency dog walk’ and why every family could benefit!


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