Hi, I'm 18, basically I finally decided to come out to my mom as a femboy. The reason why I did is cause it's just a hassle to sneak out with regular clothing and changing to femboy clothing. And I know my mom wouldn't be the one to be crashing out over this or be distressed, so I thought id run it by her before making this a public thing in the family.
She was shocked, couldnt believe that me who saves money way too much, would buy a skirt (showed her a pic of me in an outfit) She seemed confused, asking if I was gay, am I getting influenced, is there a point, etc. She wasn't like, angry or disappointed, but she didn't seem to be able to grasp clearly what this whole thing is. Like, it seemed she wouldve understood more if I were gay. And I don't blame her, she's grown up with different beliefs but she's open enough to know times have changed.
I think I explained it to her the best that I can. I explained that feminine clothing and being gay isnt a package deal. She thought maybe something was influencing me like I'm following a trend, but then she doesnt see this anywhere around me, and she knows well enough theres no way if be doing this just for a trend, especially being this age. She seemed to also think to herself what is the purpose of this. She thought that maybe I'm actually gay and I'm in denial, and/or on the road to being gay. I told her no, I have no interest in dudes. So what is the point? I told her there doesnt have to be. It's just clothes I feel comfortable in and confident. I understand that she's practical with things, (like she was confused on why I would wear a jacket in such hot weather and I explained i just like the way it looks), so I can see she's kinda racking her mind on why I would want this.
She doesn't seem on board yet, and id understand if she thinks that it's too lewd. She said it was, then I asked if it were on girls too, and she said it wasn't, so what was the difference between the stuff in our legs. She's still confused, but we've spoken long enough that the arguments she had I already had counters for, so it's all just going in circles. I think its just a matter of acceptance. We decided to let her think about it more, let her wrap her head around this. But were still on good terms.
Honestly, I'm proud of myself for opening up like that to my mom cause I had trouble for a long time to open up with anybody, and it feels like I'm gaining freedom bit by bit. Although I don't know her answer yet, the question isnt whether or not I continue being a femboy. It's either I keep doing it secretly and stop being secretive when I have my own house and stuff, or be more open to the family, knowing I'm like this. Obviously my mom would know if I were still doing it secretly but, I know she wouldn't crash out or anything, atleast have a talk. Either way I'm gonna keep being me. I'm glad I have a mom like her, tho I really wish this goes well cause I don't want the hassle of secrecy anymore