parents accepting trans child

Trans man tells beautiful story about his mom. – Photo credit: Ted Eytan|Cardinal Nation and Alex (Lexi) Webber|Canva

Identity, LQBTQIA+

Trans man tells beautiful story of his elderly mother’s journey from acceptance to advocate

Jacalyn Wetzel

3/8/2024
Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Family, Modern Families, Motherhood

Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

Sarah Watts

2/11/2026