This is precisely our experience. A waiting list but zero care while a girl who once could pass in a crowd grew to 6’4 and started shaving. Accessed care privately at last but should have been much earlier help. It’s a crucial time and goes in the blink of an eye.

I see you I hear you and I witness. Both of my children on a waiting list they’ve been on for years and last month a tearful call because Scotland had to follow the rules UK imposed and youngest was denied care until 18. I’m tired.

Heartbreaking for your daughter and you. I’m so glad she got care but nobody should have to go private for something so fundamental to their physical and mental wellbeing. Teenagers grow so quickly and as parents all we want for them is to feel comfortable in their own skins and flourish as people.