A great new podcast from two-mom couple and former pro hockey players Madison and Anya Packer covers raising kids, forming queer families, balancing work and life, and being a professional athlete and parent. Even if you're not a pro athlete, though, you'll likely find it an interesting, fun, and useful listen. The post Two-Mom Pro Hockey Couple Launches Parenting Podcast “Moms Who Puck” appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to ..read more

Today is World AIDS Day, a time to remember that HIV/AIDS continues to shatter lives, families, and communities, even as other pandemics take hold. Since this is a parenting blog, I’m once again sharing how HIV/AIDS has impacted children and parents around the world. The post World AIDS Day 2024: Parents and Children appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more

The LGBTQ-inclusive picture books published in 2024 have been exuberant, affirming, and informative. Here are some that stand out. The post A Holiday Gift Guide to 2024’s Best LGBTQ Picture Books appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more

November 18 marks at least five notable LGBTQ anniversaries and observances. Do you know them all? (OK, one is purely personal; it’s the “Massaversary” of when my spouse and I made it legal in Massachusetts. But even that is related to another event….) The post November 18: A Day of Queer Milestones appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more

Queer parents have been making headlines in sports lately! Let's take a look at what's been happening on and off the field, with a baby announcement from soccer stars, first-ever public baby photos from a basketball star, a new podcast on parenting and sports, and more. The post LGBTQ Parenting Roundup: Sports Edition appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more

Today in “Sentences I Never Thought I’d Write”: Donald Trump has nominated a gay dad for Treasury secretary. Billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent, if confirmed to the powerful position, would be at the head of Trump’s economic agenda. Who is Bessent and what does his nomination mean? The post Trump’s Treasury Secretary Nominee Is a Gay Dad appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more

The election of Donald Trump to a second term as president feels like a body blow. The danger of his policies to LGBTQ and other marginalized people is real. Nevertheless, there are actions LGBTQ parents can take now to protect and support our families—and there are a few things that are giving me hope. The post Hope and Help for Queer Families After the Election appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more

Today marks the 25th Transgender Day of Remembrance, when we honor the lives of those who died because of anti-transgender hatred or prejudice, and ensure they are remembered with dignity and respect. I wish all of my transgender friends and readers love and support on this day of mourning. The post In Memoriam: Transgender Day of Remembrance 2024 appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more

Do you have questions about LGBTQ marriage and family protections post-election? Join four leading LGBTQ organizations for a free briefing tomorrow, November 20, 2024! The post Join Experts for a Free Briefing on LGBTQ Marriage and Family Protections appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more

In celebration of Transgender Awareness Week, but good for reading all year long, here are reviews of some of my favorite picture, middle grade, and grown-up books from 2024 that feature trans youth or trans parents (and sometimes both). The post 12 Recent Books Featuring Transgender Youth and Transgender Parents appeared first on Mombian and is (c) Dana B. Rudolph LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If you are seeing the full post anywhere but at mombian.com, it has been posted in violation of copyright. Please visit Mombian to report this ..read more