My daughter hates her name because it's traditionally used for boys. I hope one day she learns to love how different it is.Choosing a traditionally male name for my daughter sparked family questions, but I hope she learns to embrace it.
Dear Abby: I cannot bear to call the baby by his given nameNavigating family names can reignite trauma if associated with abusive figures, necessitating careful communication and possible nicknaming alternatives.
My daughter hates her name because it's traditionally used for boys. I hope one day she learns to love how different it is.Choosing a traditionally male name for my daughter sparked family questions, but I hope she learns to embrace it.
Dear Abby: I cannot bear to call the baby by his given nameNavigating family names can reignite trauma if associated with abusive figures, necessitating careful communication and possible nicknaming alternatives.