You can protect your partner’s privacy while still preparing for your big day if you’re planning a wedding when one partner is still partially in the closet. Key Takeaways Wedding planning can feel more complicated for LGBTQ couples when one partner is out and the other isn’t fully. Family expectations, privacy concerns, and basic wedding […]

Weddings are joyful celebrations of love and commitment, but they can also leave a significant ecological footprint. From the decorations and travel to catering and waste, traditional weddings can have a substantial impact on the environment. However, as awareness about sustainability grows, more couples are planning their wedding so it’s not only beautiful and memorable […]

For both gay and straight couples, starting a family represents a major milestone in their union. Whereas some straight couples may find themselves starting a family earlier than planned, this is almost never true for same-sex unions. Family planning requires serious consideration for a gay couple. The typical means of having children is not yet […]

Anticipation can be complicated. While a sense of excitement is present, there is also an underlying worry that something will go awry. This is typically the case with weddings. Throughout history, couples have gone to all kinds of lengths to ward off bad spirits and gain as good luck. To this day, people will follow […]

For gay and straight unions, marriage has been shown to positively impact the health and quality of life of spouses. Research has linked marriage to longer living and fewer reports of depression and other health issues. Although much of this research initially only involved heterosexual couples, other studies have led to similar conclusions for gay […]

Your wedding offers a chance to proclaim your love for your partner in front of all the people who matter to you. While the event is meant to carry emotional significance, it’s also easy to forget this when stressing over the details. If you find yourself overwhelmed by planning, you might benefit from adding a […]

It’s no secret that while wedding ceremonies are about the two people getting married, they’re also about celebrating and solemnizing the union in the presence of the couple’s village of family and friends. Although same-sex couples can legally marry in the United States, many are faced with the challenge of overcoming cultural and religious hurdles […]

Nearly 60% of Americans do not have a will, according to legal expert Barbranda Lumpkins Walls. Within younger demographics, that percentage is even higher. Everyone, especially LGBTQIA people, can benefit from having a solid estate plan. But what is your estate, and what exactly does it include? This brief guide can help you better understand […]

Marriage equality became a thing in 2015 with the Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court ruling. This legal precedent opened the door for millions of LGBTQIA+ Americans to marry their chosen partners. But the decision to marry can be more complex for people with disabilities, especially queer, transgender, and intersex individuals. Depending on the circumstances of […]

There are a lot of details to keep in mind when you’re planning a wedding. While plenty of couples go to extremes in order to guarantee success from all angles, there are most likely going to be some obstacles. In fact, a majority of people planning their dream weddings are likely to run into a […]