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New Study on Same-Sex Marriage Illuminates Global Views

The Pew Research Center released a new study that looks at views on same-sex marriage in 24 countries around the world. The continent with the most representation is Europe while the Middle East has the least amount of representation in the study. The current study illuminates some interesting findings about global views on same-sex marriage. […]

Why Same-Sex Couples Should Consider Premarital Counseling

When a relationship runs into a rough patch, one practical solution is to seek the help of a counselor. However, you don’t need to wait until a problem arises for you to pursue this option. In fact, many couples find that visiting with a premarital counselor before tying the knot is a great way to […]

Help! My Gay Spouse Came Out to Me as Bi or Pansexual!

Most people enter marriage with a person who is monosexual or attracted to one particular sex or gender. This is certainly true for both gay and straight people. However, life is often complicated, leading to unexpected twists, such as learning that your spouse is bisexual or pansexual. What do you do? Does the relationship change? […]

Determining if Your Wedding Vendors are LGBTQ+ Friendly

LGBTQ+ marriages are more visible today than they were before the Obergefell decision in 2015, but that doesn’t mean that all wedding vendors are inclusive. It can be demeaning to fall in love with a particular vendor only to discover that they aren’t supportive of same-sex marriage. Avoid confusion and disappointment by putting on your […]

Terms To Be Mindful of When Referring to Transgender or Non-Binary Persons

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 […]

LGBTQ+ Community in Nepal Finds Support in the Courts

Nepal isn’t usually the first place people think of when the topic of same-sex marriage comes up. Yet, Nepal has a surprisingly positive track record when it comes to supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community. In 2007, the Supreme Court of Nepal ruled that meant the government had to recognize a third gender. Since that […]

Planning an LGBTQ Wedding

For members of the LGBTQ community, the decision to get married can be a lot more complicated than for straight couples. Since legal recognition of same-sex unions has only been legal in places like the United States for a few years, gay and lesbian couples do not have centuries of traditions they can draw upon […]

Advice To Help Same-Sex Couples Plan Their Weddings

While same-sex weddings are more common now than in the past, couples still face many hurdles while planning their events. If you and your partner have recently decided to tie the knot, you may feel overwhelmed by how much you need to accomplish before you walk down the aisle. Plus, since many wedding guides are […]

Coming Out to Your Kids as Trans or Non-Binary

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 […]

Same-Sex Wedding Planning Mistakes to Avoid

Though it only lasts for a few hours, planning a wedding takes a long time. Getting engaged is cause for celebration. However, you need to also jump right into the work in order to capitalize upon your emotional momentum. For many same-sex couples, knowing how to start the planning process can be difficult. One of […]