What’s It Like Growing Up with Same-Sex Parents? It Depends
Several adults who grew up with same-sex parents have shared their stories recently—including one of the first to be adopted by two men in the U.S.
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This Book Is a “Flashlight” for Youth with LGBTQ Parents
(I first reviewed Let’s Get This Straight: The Ultimate Handbook for Youth with LGBTQ Parents several years ago for my newspaper column, but since “Throwback Thursday” is a thing around the Internet, I thought I’d post this again. It’s a great read for tweens, teens, and their parents.)
Northern Ireland Teen Asks Government Why His Parents Can’t Marry
A Northern Ireland teen, in a “wee political rant,” asks his government why his parents can’t marry. Good question.
Film About Kids with Same-Sex Parents to Get Theatrical Release
Gayby Baby, an Australian documentary from the perspective of children with same-sex parents, will be premiering around the world this April. Watch the trailer here.
LGBTQ Parenting Roundup
Some of the stories I haven’t covered here yet, but which deserve a read. We’ve got research studies, a look at “the new battleground” after marriage equality, progress in Kansas, a couple of pieces by adults with same-sex parents, and much more.
Children of LGBTQ Parents: Readings and Resources
A couple of recent articles look at the perspectives of children with LGBTQ parents—and I’ve pulled together a plethora of further resources.
Two Must-Reads by Two with Two Moms
Go read these two great pieces by two adults raised by two moms: one is a transracial adoptee, who writes about the Charleston shooting, and the other is one of our community’s most persuasive voices, writing about marriage equality.
Children with Same-Sex Parents Shine in NYT Photo Essay
Go be inspired by photographer Gabriela Herman’s wonderful photo essay of grown children with same-sex parents in today’s New York Times.
Homophobia, Perfection, and Pressure on Kids of LGBTQ Parents
One of the best pieces I’ve read this week is by a man who explains “How homophobia turned me against my gay mother.” Spoiler alert: He turned back—and in doing so, offers some very useful advice for all of us LGBTQ parents.
LGBTQ Parenting Roundup: Post-SCOTUS Edition
The U.S. Supreme Court’s arguments on marriage equality have come and gone. While we’re waiting for the court to rule, here are pieces by and about some of those most closely involved with marriage equality cases: the children of the plaintiffs.