Parental support is important no matter the situation in life. But it’s arguably even more crucial when difficulties arise or sensitive matters are being discussed.
This redditor was praised by the online community for how supportive he was with his children, especially when one of them came out to him as gay. His wife was not as okay with her step-son’s sexuality, though, which is why she wanted her husband to stop hugging the child, but the father didn’t even consider such an option.