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 […]

By now, you’ve no doubt heard about the greying of America – an increasingly older population living well into their golden years. The U.S. Census Bureau predicts that adults over 65 will outnumber children and teens by 2034. Younger adults are now facing a new reality: caring for their aged parents. This can be even […]

All families have a few members who can be very difficult to deal with. While you may feel fine swallowing your pride and holding your tongue when encountering these individuals under normal circumstances, your wedding is a very different type of event. You want to be in your best mood when your special day arrives. […]

The holiday season is a time when family and friends come together to celebrate the end of another year. Naturally, some family dynamics are a bit more strained than others. If you or your partner come from a slightly prejudiced, bigoted, or openly homophobic group, then visiting home for the holidays can be stressful. Despite […]

Thanksgiving is an American holiday during which families and friends come together to give thanks, indulge in delicious foods, and connect with one another. Of course, bringing family members with extremely different viewpoints together under one roof can easily create the foundation for a confrontation. In fact, members of the LGBT community often express how […]

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 […]

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 […]

You’re likely to find a lot of advice about planning seating arrangements for your wedding reception. It’s important to consider how you’ll designate where your guests should sit at your ceremony. Whether you’re dealing with 50 guests or 250, a basic organizational structure should guide how you seat your attendees. A few guidelines should help […]

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 […]