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Warmth for the Winter

February 27, 2017

February, despite being the shortest month, is often a hard one. Where I live, any day might be a snow day, with my son home from school and the sidewalks needing to be shoveled. The usual routine of laundry and groceries and dinner doesn’t stop. In recent weeks, too, I have been distracted by the news stories of a government chipping away at the rights of LGBTQ people, immigrants, and others. How not to be overwhelmed by it all? Here are some of the stories about LGBTQ families and our allies making February just a bit warmer.

Adoption Grant Program Seeks LGBTQ Prospective Parents: Apply Now!

February 17, 2017

Need financial help to complete an adoption? Apply for a grant from the LGBTQ-friendly Helpusadopt.org! Their spring deadline is coming up, and they’d love to have more LGBTQ people apply.

European Parliament Supports Recognizing Same-Sex Adoptions Across EU

February 7, 2017

The European Parliament has adopted (!) a resolution calling for cross-border recognition of adoptions and adherence to anti-discrimination standards that include sex and sexual orientation.

Don’t Stop Dancing

January 26, 2017

Vloggers and spouses Domo and Crissy have had some people say hateful things because Domo, the more masculine of the two, is pregnant. Their response? Dancing.

LGBTQ Parenting Roundup

December 20, 2016

As we head into the holidays, here are some of the LGBTQ parenting stories making headlines around the world.

Two Sisters with Two Moms Star in Adoption Tale

November 28, 2016

Let’s end National Adoption Month with a recommendation for a sweet picture book about two adopted sisters with two moms.

12 Resources for LGBTQ People Considering Adoption

November 1, 2016

November is National Adoption Month, so here’s a revised version of my list of resources for LGBTQ people considering adoption.

Here’s Why Second-Parent Adoptions Are Still Needed

October 14, 2016

Even though all states now recognize that married same-sex parents who have children through donor insemination are both parents to their children, a recent New York court decision highlights in detail why second-parent adoptions are still necessary. This is vital reading for all same-sex parents who have not yet done one.

Post of the Week: “How to Make Your Embryos Grow”

October 13, 2016

This video about two moms-to-be waiting for pregnancy results might be the funniest thing you’ll see all day. Take three minutes to watch.

Mexican Supreme Court Approves Adoption Rights for Same-Sex and Single Parents

September 26, 2016

The Mexican Supreme Court ruled Friday that adoption should be in the best interests of the children, regardless of the sexual orientation or relationship status of the prospective parent(s).