Hi, I would really welcome some advice if anyone else has experienced something similar. Dh and I have been married for 21 years. We have 2 teenage daughters. We've had our ups and downs and there have been times when I've considered separation but have worked hard at making things OK.
Last week, DH announced that he is transgender and believes he should be a woman. He wants to live as a woman. He has now seen the GP about treatment and a referral to a gender clinic.
As you might imagine, I was utterly taken aback. I have responded very calmly and essentially told him that I will support him but as a friend. I do not feel I can be his wife anymore and want him to move out. He's agreed to do this, although probably not for a couple of months due to various committments etc.
Initially I was very calm but over the last few days, the enormity of it all has begun to hit home and I'm feeling pretty shaken up. We haven't told the children yet (want to wait until there is definite stuff to tell them). I've told a couple of very close friends as I know I'll need support, but haven't told any family or wider friends etc.
Just would welcome any words of wisdom from anyone else who has found themselves in this situation. Thanks.