Archive for the ‘Family’ Category.
May 2, 2023, 7:53 am
One of the most important responsibilities parents have is to teach children and help them navigate the various situations they’ll experience in life. From major firsts like riding a bicycle without training wheels to explaining puberty, kids look to their parents and guardians to answer questions and share experiences to help them understand. Suppose you’ve […]
January 20, 2023, 8:21 am
Stress can be a constant in most people’s lives. However, its presence has increased dramatically for LGBTQ individuals in the last year. Queer and transgender people face very real prospects of violence, harassment and discrimination. Today’s social climate remains uncertain, and as a same-sex couple you may be experiencing higher-than-normal stress levels. However, it’s important […]
January 13, 2023, 8:43 am
Some definitions of the nuclear family emerge from religious and politically conservative ideologies. Nevertheless, LGBTQ individuals have created families on their own terms for a long time. A recent story from Oregon in which one couple broke gender boundaries illustrates this point perfectly. While a man giving birth might seem newsworthy and even shocking to […]
January 12, 2023, 8:23 am
If you’re reading this article, chances are that your spouse recently came out as transgender. Or perhaps they have been in the process of transitioning for a while. It’s natural to have questions of your own. While this may be new territory, you desire to be supportive of your transgender spouse, and you can do […]
November 15, 2022, 11:02 am
One of the joys about watching your child grow is seeing them learn more about the world around them. Part of this development includes exploration and knowledge of self. Sexual orientation and gender identity are two characteristics that some children become aware of long before being able to articulate their thoughts. The decision to share […]
October 10, 2022, 8:20 am
With more queer couples formalizing their unions with marriage, it should be no surprise that many are considering homeownership. Buying a house in the United States is a complex process. It’s often more complicated than buying a car or major appliance for most people. Between finding a good realtor, checking your credit history, securing a […]
August 10, 2022, 5:01 pm
Being given the opportunity to walk down the aisle and express your love for your partner in front of your family and friends can be wonderful. Up until a few years ago, members of the LGBT community were forbidden from marrying in a majority of states. Now, with regulations changing all the time, it has […]
July 18, 2022, 4:30 pm
If you and your intended are getting married, you might be trying to decide what to do about your last names. Since many married pairs today dispense with other traditions, the decision to keep their own names seems logical. However, if you’re considering bringing children into your family or if you want to create a […]
July 14, 2022, 2:25 pm
Getting married can be a huge step for you and your partner. Once the engagement has begun, and you’ve set your sights on planning for the big day, there are going to be a lot of questions in regards to your future. For one, you may be thinking about where you and your spouse will […]
June 10, 2022, 9:44 am
Once a year, we all spend time being thankful for our moms and everything they have done for us. We do the same for fathers on Father’s Day. It’s a time when we may pamper mom by bringing her breakfast in bed when we’re younger, or sending her a card or giving her a call […]