
Raising Ryland
Our Story of Parenting a Transgender Child with No Strings Attached
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Hillary Whittington
This powerful, moving story - which has already touched more than seven million through a viral video created by the Whittington family - is a mother's firsthand account of her emotional choice to embrace her transgender child.
When Hillary and Jeff Whittington posted a YouTube video chronicling their five-year-old son Ryland's transition from girl to boy, they didn't expect it to be greeted with such fervor. Beautiful and moving, the video documenting Hillary and Jeff's love for their child instantly went viral and has been seen by more than seven million viewers since its posting in May 2014.
Now, for the first time, they tell their story in full, offering an emotional and moving account of their journey alongside their exceptional child. After they discovered their daughter, Ryland, was deaf at age one and needed cochlear implants, the Whittingtons spent nearly four years successfully teaching Ryland to speak. But once Ryland gained the power of speech, it was time for them to listen as Ryland insisted, "I am a boy!" And listen they did. After learning that 41 percent of people who identify as transgender attempt to take their own lives, Hillary and her husband, Jeff, made it their mission to support their child - no matter what.
From the earliest stages of deciphering Ryland through clothing choices to examining the difficult conversations that have marked every stage of Ryland's transition, Hillary Whittington shares her experiences as a mother through it all, demonstrating both the resistance and support that their family has encountered as they try to erase the stigma surrounding the word transgender. In telling her family's story, she hopes she can assist the world in accepting that even children as young as five can have profound and impactful things to say and share. What emerges is a powerful story of unconditional love, accepting others for who they are, and doing what's right regardless of whether those around you understand it.
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Yes..it was just a great real story about a real family.What was one of the most memorable moments of Raising Ryland?
The acceptance of their child as is. I know it was hard for them at first.What does Hillary Whittington bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Her own voice. Telling the family's story just like it is. Very real.Heartfelt story about an awesome accepting family
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Amazing story
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I APPRECIATED THE INSIGHT IN THIS BOOK.
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As a mother of a transgender child I applaud the love, strength & insight you showed in dealing with your life. Many of us are searching for answers, support, & a direction to go that is best for our children. You opening up about your story has done exactly that.
God bless you today & forever,
Heart warming & raw
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To the Whittington family- Thank you. As a SLP student I am so glad you included Ryland's journey from the very beginning. Your family is a wonderful example for the world to follow. Thank you for your honesty and candor about the most difficult, personal challenges as individuals, a couple, parents, and a family.
If you are ever in Cleveland, Ohio, there is a safe place for your family.
-Ella W.
An inspiring story of love and acceptance
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