I came out as queer over ten years ago, and oh boy, has it been a journey. Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about allyship and how my friends and family choose to support me. Some people are active in their... The post Understanding Allyship: From Passive Support to Active Engagement appeared first on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more

Welcome to our latest dive into embracing gender creativity when raising our kiddo. As we navigate our journey of raising our child with a gender-creative approach, we’ve become increasingly aware of the importance of diverse and inclusive portrayals in LGBT movies and... The post Celebrating Diversity: The Power of LGBT Movies and TV Shows appeared first on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more

Reflecting on the Journey Easter is just around the corner, and we’re buzzing with excitement and a touch of nerves as we prepare for a weekend at my dad’s. This Easter is particularly special, marking Evan’s first birthday. It immerses us in... The post Surviving This Easter’s Family Gathering: Tips for Staying Authentic to Gender-Creative Parenting appeared first on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more

The Solo Parenting Adventure Begins Today unfolded as one of those unyielding days where the pace never seemed to slow. Eli has been away for a week now, with another week to go before his return. The solo management of our daily... The post Thriving in Solo Parenting: 6 Essential Tips for Single Parents first appeared on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more

Reflecting on the Journey Easter is just around the corner, and we’re buzzing with excitement and a touch of nerves as we prepare for a weekend at my dad’s. This Easter is particularly special, marking Evan’s first birthday. It immerses us in... The post Easter at Grandpa’s: Five Tips for Gender-Creative Family Gatherings first appeared on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more

Parenting is a journey filled with unparalleled joys and, let’s be honest, some intense fears. We often hear about the sleepless nights and the never-ending diaper changes. But what about the mental load that rarely gets discussed? I’m talking about the deep-seated... The post Embracing Kindness: Parenthood, Gender Creativity, and Non-Traditional Love first appeared on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more

Being a gender-creative parent often feels like watching the world from the sidelines, especially in a society so wrapped up in gender norms. I am so immersed in the ways gender captivates our every move, yet the rest of the world appears... The post Watching from the Sidelines: Life as a Gender-Creative Parent first appeared on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more

Today has been one of those relentless days that just doesn’t seem to ease up. Eli has been gone for a week, and it’ll be another week before he returns. The weight of managing everything solo is really hitting me, but this... The post Parenting Solo in a Polyamorous Family first appeared on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more

The other day, I found myself immersed in a deep conversation with my mom about the essence and purpose of my blog. She’s been an incredible pillar of support, eagerly sharing my blog with friends and family. Her intentions are genuine; she... The post Understanding the Dangers of Being Queer: Navigating a World of Unpredictable Prejudice first appeared on Lesbian in the Treehouse ..read more