And the Truth Set Him Free

Throughout her childhood and into her teens, “Brenda” struggled with adapting to her female identity as she believed she should have been a boy. However, it wasn’t until the twins entered their teens that other doctors convinced the Reimers that it was time to tell their children the truth.

One day in 1980, after picking up “Brenda” from a psychologist’s appointment, Ron Reimer drove the twins to an ice cream parlor where he told them the whole story. This only confirmed David’s feelings, and he was relieved. David vowed to reclaim his gender and stop all forms of treatment. He also assumed the name “David” and reversed the entire process.