4 Queer-Inclusive Middle Grade Books for the Winter Olympics
Let’s keep the Olympic theme going this week with four queer-inclusive middle grade books about Winter Olympic sports (even if not all of the protagonists are quite at Olympic level yet).
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Queer Parents to Watch in the Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics are almost here, which means that at Mombian, it’s time once again to honor those who are not only Winter Olympians, but also queer parents.
LGBTQ Parenting Roundup
The news has been coming in fast, so here’s a roundup of some LGBTQ parenting stories you may have missed, including political news, a groundbreaking donation, and a sports section full of athletic achievements, admirable advocacy, and new baby announcements.
Queer Soccer Superstar Weddings Include a Baby and Maybe One to Come
The turn of the year saw two weddings of soccer royalty, each offering a different look at marriage and parenthood. Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis’s baby was part of their ceremony, while Marta and Carrie Lawrence might have a baby in their future. There are lessons for all of us in their two paths.
New Kids’ Book Tells the Stories of Winter Olympians (Including Many Queer Ones)
Get ready for the Winter Olympics with this great new middle grade book about Winter Olympians and Paralympians, which includes queer athletes in and beyond a section on “Olympic Pride.” Read on for my review—and a sneak peek at its adorable depiction of Canadian hockey superstars and spouses Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey (and their dog Arlo).
LGBTQ Parenting Roundup
Family profiles, parenting advice, political and legal updates, and a big sports section (including some new family announcements)—this roundup has lots of stories and news you won’t want to miss!
Have Kids in Sports? These Queer Mom Pro Athletes Have Advice for You
Are your kids playing sports, either recreationally or with an eye towards college recruitment? Several women pro athletes (some of whom happen to be queer moms) have recently shared advice on kids in sports and how parents can best support them.
WNBA Stars Candace Parker and Aliyah Boston Launch New Podcast
WNBA legend and queer mom Candace Parker and current Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston have launched a new podcast, Post Moves, offering intergenerational perspectives on basketball, life, and more.
LGBTQ Parenting Roundup: Sports Edition
Let’s lean into the queer joy on this last day of Pride and catch up with some queer parent athletes (and athletes with queer parents). We’ve got retirements, un-retirements, and adorable baby photos—plus some details from a PWHL hockey couple who say kids are in their future!
PWHL Hockey Star Jamie Lee Rattray and Spouse Welcome First Child
It’s a Pride Month baby for Canadian Olympic gold medalist and Boston Fleet forward Jamie Lee Rattray and her spouse Whitney, who welcomed their first child on June 7.