Toddlers and older kids LOVE rainbows. I let my kids wear and draw rainbows all they want, because all it is to them is a naturally occurring phenomenon and a bunch of bright colors, which kids are attracted to.

They have no idea of the political affiliation, and not acting weird or avoidant about rainbows actually makes June easier when they notice all the rainbows and I just agree that the colors are pretty, and then we move onto the next thing.

With our oldest approaching 7, I’m sure the conversation will come up soon enough, but I’m not concerned about it because of the foundation we’ve been laying for years now.

If you make something a forbidden fruit without explanation, they are more likely to be curious and attracted to it later. It is not appropriate to explain this topic to young children unless a situation comes up that requires it.

You don’t have to buy her baby clothes with rainbows on them. If she wants to wear clothes with innocent rainbows (without words or images referencing pride) in the years to come, just let her wear them and don’t make a big deal about it.