As transgender and non-binary persons become more visible in society, they become a larger part of our everyday conversations. In an effort to be respectful of everyone’s identities, it’s important that our language to and about trans and non-binary people should also be respectful. Language evolves in society and we should be mindful of the […]

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 […]

One of the guiding principles of the Universal Life Church is that each person should be able to walk their own spiritual path in life. Living your truth is an essential part of your journey. For some people, feeling comfortable or aligned with their own sense of gender is critical. Your spouse or partner may […]

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 […]

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 […]

Since the late 2000s, gender-reveal parties have increased in popularity. An expecting couple and their loved ones typically host these prenatal gatherings. At the celebration, the couple reveals what the sex of their unborn child will be. Typically, the revelation is made through a mechanism such as a frosted cake cut to reveal a blue […]

Writer J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter books, came under fire multiple times in recent years for making transphobic comments. She publicly expressed support in 2019 for Maya Forstater, a British woman whose contract was not renewed because of her comments on transgender people. The following year, Rowling tweeted criticism of an article that […]

The last decade has seen several victories for LGBTQ civil rights. The Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision undoubtedly made headlines in 2015. Other milestones include local nondiscrimination ordinances, broader insurance protections, and greater media visibility. Yet as more conservative LGBTQ individuals speak up, their political ideologies raise serious questions about inclusion, diversity, racism, and […]

Transgender people have a wide variety of experiences in their own bodies. However, one issue commonly experienced by many trans individuals is gender dysphoria. It can result in discomfort, bringing about a range of distressing, negative emotions. This guide is intended to assist you in understanding what it is, how it affects your transgender spouse […]