When to start talking

[Aseras]

There is no handbook or magic formula. You are Joe's mom all you can do is support him and observe and when the time and/or the questions come answer them the best you can and let him decide what he wants.

I can tell you I knew around that age. I was very bright too, I taught myself how to read well before kindergarten. You don't really know you are different until you get into social situations where other kids make it matter. That means in school where the kids critique each other. I'd say your child's first days of school you'll find out what your son wants and where he stands on the gender spectrum. Just keep the conversation open. Watch how his tastes change. What he picks out for toys or supplies and if he asks for different ones. IS he going to conform or is he going to resist and follow his heart. It's up to you to help him understand and also to know if he is really doing thing because he wants to, or if he is ashamed and is just trying to fit in and go with the flow.

I can tell you I was the latter. I became a total introvert and hid and I paid for it a lot in school. I wish my parents talked to my about things and were as open and supportive as you are.