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02/08/2026

In her fireside chat with Dee Roberts-Molloy, Tracy speaks candidly about her initial struggle to accept her transgender child and the difficult emotions that followed their coming out. She reflects on the fear, grief, judgement and uncertainty she had to confront, as well as the lessons she learned while supporting them through social and medical transition. Their conversation explores how honesty, compassion and understanding can transform resistance into acceptance and strengthen the relationship between parent and child. Tracy Turner is the founder of two successful businesses, including Plaintain Cosmetic Innovations. She brings more than 33 years of experience across business, marketing and finance. She is a qualified Business Studies teacher and an accredited member of the UK College of Personal Development.

As a proud mother of two, including a transgender child, Tracy combines professional expertise with personal insight and understanding. Having faced her own challenges and adversity, she knows how difficult it can be to change direction, rebuild confidence and challenge limiting beliefs. Tracy now empowers individuals and business owners to create positive change, achieve their goals and become the people they aspire to be.

Tracy Turner is the founder of two successful businesses, including Plaintain Cosmetic Innovations. She brings more than 33 years of experience across business, marketing and finance. She is a qualified Business Studies teacher and an accredited member of the UK College of Personal Development.

As a proud mother of two, including a transgender child, Tracy combines professional expertise with personal insight and understanding. Having faced her own challenges and adversity, she knows how difficult it can be to change direction, rebuild confidence and challenge limiting beliefs. Tracy now empowers individuals and business owners to create positive change, achieve their goals and become the people they aspire to be. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgUO90fBXIE

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In her fireside chat with Dee Roberts-Molloy, Tracy speaks candidly...

09/06/2025

Here's my first podcast with Keith Blakemore-Noble, The Mindset Master. Please click the link to watch / listen on YouTube and if you enjoy it please comment and like. Thank you

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rlQuZODNgU

𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗗𝗘

Are you a parent, ally, or someone searching for real-life stories about transgender parenting, parental acceptance, and the emotional ups and downs of supporting a loved one through transition? Then this video is exactly what you’ve been looking for! In this incredibly honest and moving episode of The Keith Blakemore-Noble Radio Show, I sit down with Tracy Turner, author of “Journey to Acceptance,” who shares her powerful experience navigating her child Elle’s transition and the profound lessons she learned about love, acceptance, and the search for understanding.

From the raw shock of hearing her child say, “Mum, I wish to be seen and recognised as a woman,” to the pain, confusion, fear, and, ultimately, gratitude found on her path, Tracy delivers an insider perspective on transgender parenting that is as practical as it is heartwarming. We discuss real resources, the importance of positive communication, and how to find support when you feel lost and alone. Whether you’re struggling with the fear of the unknown, overwhelmed by media sensationalism, or simply want to know how to best support your transgender loved one, Tracy’s wisdom, vulnerability, and candour will touch your heart.

You’ll leave this video feeling empowered, inspired, and with actionable advice to take your own steps toward acceptance—no matter where you are on your journey. We dive deep into themes of self-growth, letting go of control, and the healing that comes from truly listening and loving unconditionally. Think of this as your personal guide to transgender parental support, acceptance, and finding peace as a family.



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Parental journey towards accepting transgender children
Emotional impact of a child coming out
Importance of listening and open communication
Navigating societal shame and external judgement
Seeking support: therapy, friends, LGBT+ groups
Challenges with NHS and transitioning healthcare
Role of self-reflection and personal healing
Media sensationalism and misinformation dangers
Power of unconditional love and family support
Finding personal strength through adversity

𝙊𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 https://keithblakemorenoble.com/podcast/the-one-with-tracy-turner/

https://keithblakemorenoble.com/podcast/the-one-with-tracy-turner/Series 6 episode 10ABOUT THIS EPISODEAre you a parent, ally, or someone searching for real-...

01/05/2025

I would like to thank Gender GP for the lovely review of my new book 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

https://www.gendergp.com/book-review-journey-to-acceptance/

𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗻 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Journey-Acceptance-JOURNEYS-TAPESTRY-RECOGNITION/dp/1068382015

Discover Journey to Acceptance, a heartfelt memoir by Tracy Turner about supporting her transgender daughter, El. A powerful story of love, learning, and the impact of timely care through GenderGP.

01/05/2025

I am proud to annouce the launch of my new book 📚

𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐉𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐄𝐘𝐒, 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐓𝐀𝐏𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐆𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068382015

𝘼𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙥𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙚 𝙀𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝘼𝙢𝙖𝙯𝙤𝙣

A MOTHER’S MEMOIR OF HER DAUGHTER’S TRANSGENDER JOURNEY

‘Mum, I wish to be seen as and recognised as a woman.’
When Tracy heard these words from her teenage son, they set off a firestorm of emotions: Shock. Anger. Sadness. Shame. Fear for her child’s future, and of the changes this would bring to her family. The revelation was distressing – and entirely unwelcome.
Little did she know that both she and her child were about to embark on a transformative journey – one that would encompass grief, pain, and setbacks, but which would ultimately lead to clarity and joyfulness.

In Journey to Acceptance, Tracy Turner tells the story of how she embraced her child’s true identity as El and learned to support her through social and medical transitions, including grappling with the NHS and the financial realities of medical transition. With input in El’s own words, it depicts Tracy’s honest thoughts and reactions, including moments of vulnerability, selfishness, and judgement.
Come with Tracy on a journey of compassion, understanding, and empathy. As she’ll discover, life has a remarkable ability to turn pain and suffering into gratitude and strength. It can lead you places you never thought you’d go.

20/04/2025

OFFERING FREE COACHING SESSION TO ANY TRANSGENDER PARENT.
If you are a transgender parent like me, the recent Supreme Court ruling may have heightened your anxiety and diminished your sense of empowerment.
I wanted to send a love and support to you all and offer what might be some helpful tips to get through the day.

Create a Safe Space
Your child needs a safe and supportive environment to thrive. Find a community of friends who can provide wit, laughter, and hope in hostility's face and unkindness that society may show you.
Seek individuals who appreciate your child’s genuine identity, establishing an environment where they can truly fit in. Remember, belonging doesn’t require changing who you are; it’s about embracing your true self and finding those who hold space for you and your boundaries.
Find Your Joy
Find what brings you joy and makes you happy, whether it’s running, dancing, painting, singing, spending time in nature, enjoying quiet time alone, or connecting with loved ones. Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. When you take care of yourself, you’ll be able to offer even greater support to your child. Put your oxygen mask on first, and then you can support others.
Ask for Help
Asking for help is especially important if you’re used to taking care of others. Remember that it is a sign of strength, not weakness. Emotional support, practical help, and information from trusted resources can lighten your load. People may not offer help unless you ask, so reach out. Others' willingness to help you on this journey might surprise you.

The experience of raising a transgender child has influenced how I view life and approach coaching. As a personal development coach, I now specialise in supporting parents of transgender individuals, drawing on my own experiences to guide them with empathy and understanding.
I am now offering a free coaching session to any transgender parent. Contact me [email protected]. for your free session or check out my book on Amazon – link below for more support.

A MOTHER’S MEMOIR OF HER DAUGHTER’S TRANSGENDER JOURNEY When Tracy heard these words from her teenage son, they set off a firestorm of emotions: Shock. Anger. Sadness. Shame. Fear for her child’s future, and of the changes this would bring to her family. The revelation was distressing – and ...

14/01/2025

Make 2025 a year of change! 🙌
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