Caregiver/little type dynamic
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Disclaimer
Folks who participate in CGL or age play are 18+ consenting adults. They are both informed, and freely able to provide/revoke their consent for play. As legal adults, these individuals accept the responsibility for their own agency, as well as their respective mental well-being.
Terminology
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CGL = Caregiver / Little: a term which is used for gender inclusivity, and by folks who do not use Mommy/Daddy titles
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MDlg, MDlb, DDlg, DDlb: terms for specific dynamics that include gender specific labels
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MD = Mommy Domme
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DD = Daddy Dom
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Lg = Little Girl
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Lb = Little Boy
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Generic Age Titles
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Little = Blanket term to include generally all age players interested in playing a younger age
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ABDL = Adult Baby Diaper Lover
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Middle = Preteen or teen age
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As with any title, remembering etiquette is important with nicknames. It is both rude, and a violation of consent to call someone a title without prior discussion. It is unfair to assume a role for someone. Role-assumption can be potentially triggering to individuals who are mislabeled; especially if said individual has previously struggled with gender dysphoria.
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General Dynamic (with variations)
Typically in CGL dynamics, the Caregiver assumes the role of dominant/top while the Little assumes the role of submissive/bottom. The Caregiver is often a protector of sorts, and cares for the Little in diverse ways, depending on dynamic-specific agreements, and individual preferences. The Caregiver assigns rules or tasks which help the Little stay healthy, focused, and/or promote the Little’s personal growth. Caretakers often find great pleasure in providing this sort of structure and assistance.
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Variations
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Dominant Littles
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Gender play outside of CGL (ex: men who identify as women while little, but do not otherwise identify as a woman (outside of that context).
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CGL paired with other role plays: a common example being pet play
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Switching in CGL
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The switching indicates a transition or switch from “dominant CareGiver” to “submissive Little” or “submissive Little” to “dominant CareGiver”
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Other examples include: “dominant CareGiver” to “submissive CareGiver”; “submissive Little” to “dominant Little”. Switching in CGL is not limited to the listed combinations; these examples are simply mentioned to exemplify the diversity within CGL.
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Important note: not all CGL is sexual
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For some CGL is absolutely never sexual. For others, CGL could be either sexual, or non-sexual, depending upon the context.
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Rules and Discipline
Rules and discipline can be present in power dynamics and other BDSM kink play; however, there is a noted emphasis on these elements in CGL. The specific rules and level of discipline should be negotiated openly between consenting parties, and a focus made on personal/collective goals within the dynamic.