The only time in my life that I went on birth control was when my spouse and I were trying to have a baby. That’s why I’m celebrating Thanks, Birth Control Day today—because birth control matters to so many people in so many ways. Read on for my story.
The U.S. Senate is expected to vote this week on the Respect for Marriage Act, which would clarify important rights and protections in the face of threats to marriage equality. Please contact your senators NOW and urge them to pass this bill. Here’s why and what to do.
It’s Transgender Awareness Week, so I’m rounding up some of this year’s great books featuring trans people—picture and board books, middle grade titles, and books for parents!
Among the record-number of winning LGBTQ candidates in this year’s election are more than 50 parents, across the LGBTQ spectrum, many of whom are the first LGBTQ people to hold their offices. Let’s meet them.
As a red-headed, queer, former fencer with a graduate degree in medieval history, I knew I was probably going to like the new sword-swinging, redhead- and queer-led middle grade fantasy novel from Esme Symes-Smith. This joyous, nuanced story with a nonbinary protagonist exceeded even my expectations.
Today is Transgender Parent Day, a time to celebrate and honor transgender parents! For today and any day, here are some great picture books and middle grade titles that star kids with trans parents. I wish all transgender parents a day full of love and happiness, and many more to come.
Four new LGBTQ-inclusive picture books stand out for their art as much as their stories. Bring some beauty—and some uplifting, inspiring stories—into your homes, schools, and libraries with these books.
Ashley T. Brundage is a leadership and empowerment expert and an “open, out, proud woman of transgender experience.” She’s also a mom, and spoke with me recently about empowerment, parenting, and more.
We have less than a week until the midterm elections, which could have a huge impact on LGBTQ families, among others. Here’s some key information to know before heading to the polls, and a reminder of what’s at stake.
An exuberant new picture book brings us a young protagonist confident enough to insist on the short fade haircut she desires.
