In São Paulo, Raphael Batista and his 10-year-old son, Gustavo, share a family story that has unfolded in public, one post at a time.

First, Gustavo spoke up. He began expressing a male identity at a very young age, and his family supported him as he started his social transition. Over time, Raphael watched his child grow more settled and more confident. Then Raphael faced his own truth. Last year, he stopped living as female and asked others to use his name and male pronouns.

Today, they move through the world as father and son. They also document their days for thousands of followers online. They celebrate small wins. They answer questions. And they push back when people use old names or ignore their identity.

Meanwhile, Gustavo balances school with acting work, taking on roles that reflect different lives and experiences. At the same time, Raphael speaks openly about dysphoria and what it feels like to finally name it.

Their story lands in a wider, ongoing debate about youth gender care. Still, at its core, their message stays simple: respect the person in front of you. Then let families find their footing, one steady step at a time.