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My son is 3 and is painting his fingernails and stuff and trying to kiss boys does that mean he will be gay or will he grow out of it?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

As you undoubtedly know, in today's political and social climate, this is a very loaded question. I strongly suggest you not seek answers on this or any public forum, but get professional guidance in person. Start with your son's pediatrician. Good luck.

Answered 5/3/2022

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Gender exploration/identification is common at this age. Many toddler boys (in my experience) dress in girls clothes at some point. f/u/w/ peds https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/Pages/Gender-Identity-and-Gender-Confusion-In-Children.aspx

Answered 5/4/2022

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