In today’s world, society is slowly learning to embrace non-traditional families, yet transgender parents still face stigma when they choose to have children naturally. Syven and Tori, a married transgender couple, are raising two children — their son Prophet and their daughter Wynter. In a moving episode of My Extraordinary Family on YouTube, the couple opened up about their path to parenthood, sharing both the struggles and the joy that shaped their journey.
Syven, who was assigned female at birth, began his transition early in life but endured rejection from friends and relatives who couldn’t accept him. Tori, assigned male at birth, started her transition at 18 and faced her own hurdles. While both describe their paths as anything but smooth, everything changed when Syven became pregnant with their first child — a moment that brought him a profound sense of joy and purpose.
Still, the couple was far from free of judgment. Syven recalls the stares, whispers, and even laughter during OB-GYN visits, while Tori often faced cruel remarks that she would “never be a real mom.” Some outsiders even pitied their children, suggesting they “deserved another family.” These harsh words forced the couple to navigate their parenthood under the weight of constant scrutiny.
Pregnancy itself was another battle. With Prophet, Syven nearly lost his life to severe preeclampsia and endured a traumatic birth. His second pregnancy with Wynter was less dramatic but still marked by illness and pain. Through it all, Syven and Tori grew closer, drawing strength from each other and their love for their children. Parenthood, they say, not only changed them but also deepened their resolve to provide a safe, happy home.
Their story shines as a reminder that love, resilience, and commitment can outlast judgment. While some turned away, others stepped in with compassion and support, proving that chosen family can be just as powerful as blood ties. For other transgender parents who may hesitate to follow their dream, Tori offers one piece of advice: “Don’t let the negativity stop you. Don’t take it to heart. Just keep being true to yourself.”
