The Moms and Martinis podcast is a biweekly listen into the kitchen table talk between the host, Kira, and her friends. Kira, mom of four, from Atlanta, Georgia, invites you to witness candid moments in her life, as she tries new things and go new places; all while becoming a better person and mother, and keeping her mental health in check. In this week's episode, Kira, is joined at the kitchen table with Niiya Grant, as she shares her experience as a triple minority - being black, a woman, and trans. Niiya shares how therapy has allowed her to come into the fullest of who she is as a woman and enabled her to be a better advocate for the trans community. Niiya provides an insightful and educational overview of what it means to be transgender, how a person knows they are transgender, and the differences between sexual orientation and gender identity. Niiya also provides advice to parents on how best to support a child/ren who come out to them. Resources: The National Center for Transgender Equality Support Our Sponsor: It's never been easier to record, publish, and distribute a podcast. Try Anchor, the easiest way to make a podcast. Everything you need, 100% free. Go to https://anchor.fm to learn more.  Where to Find Niiya: Instagram: @jesuisniilee  Stay Connected: Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Or, if you are have questions or would like to discuss podcast sponsorship, email us at momsandmartinispodcast@gmail.com.  The hashtag for the podcast is #momsandmartinis and #momsandmartinispodcast Make sure to follow us on social media: Twitter: @momsandmartinis Facebook: @momsandmartinis Instagram: @momsandmartinispod