Ep 8. So the Dad is Now Mom?

In “I Am Jazz” season 1 episode 8, titled “So the Dad is Now Mom?”, viewers are taken on an emotional journey as Jazz’s father, Greg, comes to terms with his true gender identity. As Jazz continues on her journey discovering her own identity as a transgender teen, her family is also faced with the challenge of supporting Greg through his transition into becoming Jazz’s mother.

The episode begins with Jazz opening up about her recent struggles with body dysphoria and her desire to undergo gender confirmation surgery. But as the family begins to discuss her options, Greg reveals that he too has been struggling with gender dysphoria for years, and that he wants to transition into living as a woman.

Jazz and her siblings are understandably shocked and worried about how this will change their family dynamic. Jazz’s mother, Jeanette, struggles to understand and come to terms with Greg’s decision, but ultimately decides to support him throughout his transition.

Throughout the episode, viewers see Greg coming to terms with his new identity, selecting his new name, and beginning the process of hormone replacement therapy. Jazz stands by her father and helps him pick out new clothes and makeup, excited to finally have a mother figure in her life.

But as Greg’s physical transformation begins, the family faces new challenges. Jazz’s brothers struggle to understand their father’s transition and Jeanette worries about how their community will react. Despite these challenges, the family remains united in their support of one another.

As the episode comes to a close, viewers see Greg finally dressed in full feminine attire, feeling comfortable and confident in her own skin for the first time. She joins her family for a photo shoot, celebrating their unity and the way they have grown together throughout this journey.

Overall, “I Am Jazz” season 1 episode 8 offers a powerful message of love and acceptance, as the family confronts their own biases and supports one another through difficult transitions. The episode provides an important look at the challenges faced by transgender individuals and their families, and the importance of being able to live as one’s authentic self.