Hi friends,
Just wanted to share something, on Friday my son had his first ever date with a wee lass who like us identifies as a feminist.
I have learnt so much from posters here and you've helped me form views, self reflect and these have had a massive impact on my parenting.
Anyway, my son is still riding the wave of teen romance, but he told me he was so happy he understood her opinions, that he and I have always discussed things about ways to treat others and make sure he doesn't ever fall into the toxic masculinity crap trap and his date found him interesting, fun and respectful and they had a really nice connection that they are both comfortable to explore with hope of a romantic connection building.
My son has autism so he can struggle with social situations but yesterday morning thanked me for showing him so of the threads on here and discussing everything from consent etc with him.
I know mumsnet get a bad rap at times but I've found it paramount to have conversations I'd have never ordinarily have been able to have with other women.
Just a thanks, really.
Thank you for helping me think more and reflect that on my parenting. I appreciate it.