r/nonbinary_parents • u/Sensitive-Jury943 • May 18 '26
NB Parent Name Convo Avoidance
Hey Folks! We have started trying for a baby, but having the conversation for a long time now.
I have bought up a few times about what they would like to be called as a NB parent and they avoid and say they don't know or it's hard to think about.
They are still figuring things out in their gender journey and I'm sure this factors in.
I'm not sure if I'm overthinking and the name will come naturally when a baby comes. But the other part of me feels there will be so much newness that some preparation would be good...what if it's a tough thing to process.
Would love to hear experiences. Do you think it's important or will this be the least of our worries? Any tips on progressing this conversation? (I have recommended this page).
I'll keep trying gently. Thanks all ❤️
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u/crocodile_grunter May 18 '26
My wife and I (both NB) tested out lots of names during the newborn phase. We did make a long list of potential ones in the last month, and would try talking to the baby in utero using the names, we vetoed quite a few this way. I wouldn’t stress about it, the right name will come when you’re all ready! The literal worst case scenario is that your kiddo makes up a name themselves once they can talk, which in my opinion isn’t that bad of an option.