Episodios

  • The Donor Mix-Up That Made A Family

    The Donor Mix-Up That Made A Family
    Apr 21 2025
    Kim and Katie walk us through their ultra-intentional path to queer family building: from meeting online and moving in together lesbian-fast, to getting certified as foster parents just in case, to navigating a heartbreaking late miscarriage after IUI in a clinic, to finding success through home insemination—and thawing donor sperm under a boob.As we dive deeper, the episode unpacks the layered complexities of queer family building. The couple reflects on the fear and beauty of non-biological parenthood, the nuanced choice between known and anonymous sperm donors, and how a simple donor mix-up led to a deeper understanding of what really makes a family. With humor, heart, and radical honesty, Kim and Katie show us the power of queer intentionality, the importance of early and open conversations with their daughter, and the legal logistics we all have to consider—especially now.Through all the twists and turns, their story is a beautiful reminder: queer families are built with love, purpose, and a whole lot of intention.🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank!Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code LOVEISLOVE at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog!🏳️‍🌈Check out Everywhere is Queer! IOS l Android🏳️‍🌈 Interested in advertising? Check out our sponsor packages ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠🎧 Loved this episode?Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and help keep these stories alive!🏳️‍🌈 Key TakeawaysFrom foster certification to home ICI: A uniquely intentional family-building journeyThe donor mix-up that became a story for the agesNavigating miscarriage, grief, and queer resilienceThe non-bio parent perspective and bonding fearsChoosing an anonymous donor—and rethinking it years laterLegal protections, second-parent adoption, and estate planningTalking to their daughter about donor conception, early and often📍 Bonus: The sperm vial was thawed under a boob. Yes, really.🏳️‍🌈 About the Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈Kim and Katie are a married lesbian couple raising their 7-year-old daughter in a predominantly straight suburb outside of Philadelphia. After facing unexpected hurdles—including a pregnancy loss, a donor switch, and the legal logistics of queer parenting—they’re now parenting with joy, honesty, and visibility. Their story is a testament to the power of love, intention, and community.🏳️‍🌈 Resources MentionedCalifornia Cryobank – Use code: LOVEISLOVEZach’s Safari by Vanessa Brantley-Newton (children’s book about donor conception)🏳️‍🌈 What resonated most with you?Drop a comment, DM us, or email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories!🏳️‍🌈 Let’s Connect!Find us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast 🏳️‍🌈 Watch full episodes on YouTube🏳️‍🌈 Order the If These Ovaries Could Talk book 🏳️‍🌈 Edited by: Jerson Barajas 🏳️‍🌈 Theme Song by: Tiffany Topol 🏳️‍🌈 Logo by: Daneen Stevenato 🏳️‍🌈 Shop merch here 🏳️‍🌈 Full transcript & episode info available on our website🗳️ VOTE. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ ADVOCATE. 🍼 BUILD QUEER FAMILIES.The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a trusted professional for your specific situation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-queer-family-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Más Menos
    54 m
  • Known Donor, Known Love: Kait, Sophie & Oliver’s Story

    Known Donor, Known Love: Kait, Sophie & Oliver’s Story
    Apr 14 2025
    What happens when your best friend offers to help you make a baby?Jaimie sits down with Kait and Sophie—two queer folks trying to build their family—and their longtime friend (and now known donor!) Oliver. Together, they open up about the winding road that led them to one another, how a heartfelt email changed everything, and the love, planning, and community it takes to make a family—queer style.This is not your average family-building journey. From navigating fibroids and reciprocal IVF to creating legal contracts and sharing meals during donation week, their story is bursting with intention, humor, and a deep sense of abundance. They’re redefining what family can look like—and we’re lucky to listen in.🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank!Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code LOVEISLOVE at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog!🏳️‍🌈Check out Everywhere is Queer! IOS l Android🏳️‍🌈 Interested in advertising? Check out our sponsor packages ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠🎧 Loved this episode?Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and help keep these stories alive!🏳️‍🌈 Key TakeawaysChoosing a known donor over a sperm bankMedical complexities & the fibroid factorNavigating clinics as a queer trioLegal agreements, counseling, and the emotional labor of baby-makingThe beauty (and messiness) of chosen family📍 Bonus: Hear how they found joy, built connection, and created space for grandparents, even across donor lines.🏳️‍🌈 About the Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈Kait and Sophie are a married queer couple deep in the baby-making process, navigating everything from medical hurdles to donor contracts with heart, humor, and a whole lot of intention. Oliver is their longtime friend (and now known donor!) who offered to help grow their family in the most beautiful, chosen-family kind of way. Together, they’re showing us what queer family building can look like when it’s rooted in care, communication, and abundance.🏳️‍🌈 Resources MentionedCalifornia Cryobank – Use code: LOVEISLOVEModern Families: Stories of Extraordinary Journeys to Kinship by Joshua GamsonAnd Baby Makes More: Known Donors, Queer Parents, and Our Unexpected Families edited by Susan Goldberg and Chloe Brushwood RoseLGBTQIA Family Law Attorneys: Mentioned law firms include Aaron Robinson and Tabitha Coe’s office specializing in queer family planning.d🏳️‍🌈 What resonated most with you? Drop a comment, DM us, or email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories!🏳️‍🌈 Let’s Connect!Find us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast🏳️‍🌈 Watch full episodes on YouTube🏳️‍🌈 Order the If These Ovaries Could Talk book 🏳️‍🌈 Edited by: Jerson Barajas🏳️‍🌈 Theme Song by: Tiffany Topol🏳️‍🌈 Logo by: Daneen Stevenato🏳️‍🌈 Shop merch here🏳️‍🌈 Full transcript & episode info available on our website🗳️ VOTE. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ ADVOCATE. 🍼 BUILD QUEER FAMILIES.The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a trusted professional for your specific situation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-queer-family-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Más Menos
    53 m
  • Building a Family with Reciprocal IVF (at the Same Time!)

    Building a Family with Reciprocal IVF (at the Same Time!)
    Apr 7 2025
    Two mamas. Two wombs. One donor. In this episode, Ana and Becky share their epic journey of building a family through simultaneous reciprocal IVF—yes, they were both pregnant at the same time. From pandemic sperm shortages to second-parent adoption logistics, this is a deeply lesbian, wildly honest, and beautifully queer tale of love, planning, and two babies born just five weeks apart.This is a story of planning, spreadsheets, love, and so much queer resilience. Also, sperm selfies. And silk pajamas. You don’t want to miss this one.🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank!Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code LOVEISLOVE at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog!Check out Everywhere is Queer! IOS l Android🏳️‍🌈 Interested in advertising? Check out our sponsor packages ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠🏳️‍🌈 Loved this episode?Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and help keep these stories alive!🏳️‍🌈 Key TakeawaysWhy they chose reciprocal IVF—and why they did it at the same timeThe donor selection process (including that pandemic sperm shortage!)Their deeply lesbian love story, from U-Hauls to board booksLessons from the postpartum trenches (and why doulas and dog trainers were essential)Second-parent adoption x2—just to be safeAnd the beauty of watching your two toddlers snuggle up in the same bed at night🏳️‍🌈 About the Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈Ana and Becky are a married couple living in the San Francisco Bay Area. They’re thoughtful, funny, spreadsheet-loving parents of two, passionate about intentional family building, queer visibility, and silk pajamas.🏳️‍🌈 Resources MentionedCalifornia Cryobank – Use code: LOVEISLOVEGet you TQFP Merch here!🏳️‍🌈 What resonated most with you?Drop a comment, DM us, or email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories!🏳️‍🌈 Let’s Connect!Find us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast🏳️‍🌈 Watch full episodes on YouTube🏳️‍🌈 Order the If These Ovaries Could Talk book 🏳️‍🌈 Edited by: Jerson Barajas🏳️‍🌈 Theme Song by: Tiffany Topol🏳️‍🌈 Logo by: Daneen Stevenato🏳️‍🌈 Shop merch here🏳️‍🌈 Full transcript & episode info available on our websitePhoto Credit: Lila Gray Photography🗳️ VOTE. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ ADVOCATE. 🍼 BUILD QUEER FAMILIES.The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a trusted professional for your specific situation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-queer-family-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Más Menos
    1 h y 10 m
  • T4T and Totally in Love: Jacob and Riley's Queer Family Journey

    T4T and Totally in Love: Jacob and Riley's Queer Family Journey
    Mar 31 2025
    Jaimie sits down with Jacob and Riley, a T4T (trans-for-trans) couple redefining what it means to be a modern family. From co-parenting with Jacob’s platonic best friend to conceiving their son using nothing but love, timing, and a little queer magic (yes, really!), this episode is a beautiful, affirming deep-dive into queer love, chosen family, and intentional parenthood.They open up about stopping hormones to conceive, the emotional journey of pregnancy as a trans man, and how gender identity shaped their experience of becoming “Mom” and “Dad.” If you’ve ever questioned what a queer family can look like—this story is for you.🏳️‍🌈 Plus, Jaimie shares why queerness isn’t a burden—it’s a higher calling.🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank!Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code LOVEISLOVE at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog!💡 Interested in advertising? Check out our sponsor packages ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠🎧 Loved this episode?Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and help keep these stories alive!🏳️‍🌈 Key TakeawaysQueer family building, redefined: Jacob and Riley show us that with intention, love, and a little queer magic, you can create a family that looks nothing like the so-called “traditional” model—and that’s exactly the point.Trans pregnancy joy is real: Jacob carried their baby, and spoiler alert—it wasn’t dysphoric. It was actually beautiful. Let’s expand what we think we know about pregnancy and identity.Mom and Dad, but make it queer: They weren’t sure those labels fit them at first. But once their son arrived? The imposter syndrome faded, and the roles made sense in their own unique way.Queerness as a calling: Jacob reminds us that being queer isn’t just who we are—it’s why we do what we do. It’s power. It’s purpose. It’s community.🏳️‍⚧️ About the Guest(s) 🏳️‍🌈Jacob is a trans man, a seahorse dad, and the founder of Pride and Purpose Coaching, empowering queer folks to live their truth. Riley is a trans mom with a passion for emotional intelligence, spirituality, and chosen family.🔗 Resources MentionedCalifornia Cryobank – Use code: LOVEISLOVEFind Jacob at: @prideandpurposecoaching on IG & Facebook 🌐 Website coming soon: prideandpurposecoaching.comEverywhere Is Queer Apple and Android💬 What resonated most with you?Drop a comment, DM us, or email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories!📲 Let’s Connect!Find us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube📖 Order the If These Ovaries Could Talk book 🎶 Edited by: Jerson Barajas🎵 Theme Song by: Tiffany Topol🎨 Logo by: Daneen Stevenato🛍️ Shop merch here📜 Full transcript & episode info available on our website🗳️ VOTE. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ ADVOCATE. 🍼 BUILD QUEER FAMILIES.The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a trusted professional for your specific situation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-queer-family-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Más Menos
    55 m
  • From Foster to Forever: A Gay Dad's Journey Through UK Adoption

    From Foster to Forever: A Gay Dad's Journey Through UK Adoption
    Mar 24 2025

    Jaimie sits down with Liam—a Scottish-born, England-based gay dad—who shares the winding road he and his husband took to adopt their daughter through the UK’s foster-to-adopt system. From intense evaluations to surprise newborn pick-up calls, this story is filled with love, bureaucracy, and a whole lot of intention.

    You’ll hear how growing up under Section 28 shaped Liam’s identity, how he and his husband made the decision to adopt, and why they ultimately said yes to early permanence—despite the risks. It’s a moving, insightful story that shows just how badass LGBTQIA+ parents are.

    🚨 Plus, Jaimie shares a personal update on her wife’s chemotherapy journey and why now is the time to secure those second-parent adoptions if you're in the U.S. 🚨

    🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank!

    Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code LOVEISLOVE at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog!

    💡 Interested in advertising? Check out our sponsor packages ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠

    🎧 Loved this episode?

    Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and help keep these stories alive!

    🏳️‍🌈 Key Takeaways

    • (00:01:30) Growing up gay under Section 28 in Scotland
    • (00:08:15) Jaimie welcomes Liam
    • (00:16:00) Why intention is central to queer parenting
    • (00:23:35) “The world’s worst game show”: Deciding what you’re equipped to handle in a child
    • (00:33:55) Foster-to-adopt in the UK: what it is and why Liam and his husband chose it
    • (00:47:40) How a paperwork technicality delayed their adoption by 6 months
    • (01:00:50) Why Liam and his husband are choosing to be a one-child family—for now

    👨‍👨‍👧 About the Guest

    Liam is a Scottish-born gay dad living in the north of England with his husband and daughter. His story offers a rare and honest look at the UK’s foster-to-adopt process, shedding light on the emotional and bureaucratic hurdles many queer parents face—and the deep joy that follows.

    🔗 Resources Mentioned

    • California Cryobank – Use code: LOVEISLOVE
    • Gaytriarchs Podcast

    💬 What resonated most with you?

    Drop a comment, DM us, or email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories!


    📲 Let’s Connect!

    Find us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast

    📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube

    📖 Order the If These Ovaries Could Talk book on Amazon, IndieBound, or Audible


    🎶 Edited by: Jerson Barajas

    🎵 Theme Song by: Tiffany Topol

    🎨 Logo by: Daneen Stevenato

    🛍️ Shop merch here

    📜 Full transcript & episode info available on our website

    ✊🏽 Take Action

    • Secure your parental rights with a second-parent adoption
    • Support foster youth and adoptive families
    • Vote, donate, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights

    📢 Because representation matters—and queer families aren’t going anywhere.

    History is watching. What we do now matters.

    The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a trusted professional for your specific situation!



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-queer-family-podcast/exclusive-content

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Más Menos
    1 h y 3 m
  • Queer Parenting, Social Media & Fighting LGBTQ+ Hate

    Queer Parenting, Social Media & Fighting LGBTQ+ Hate
    Mar 17 2025
    Caitlyn, one half of @2ladiesand2babies on social media joins Jaimie to talk all things queer parenting, social media, and the ongoing fight for LGBTQIA+ visibility. From hilarious parenting fails to the not-so-funny rise of online hate, they dive into how social media has shifted for queer creators in today's political climate. They also discuss second-parent adoption, why legal protection is a must for LGBTQ+ families, and how to handle the trolls that come with being openly queer online.This is a fun and heartfelt conversation between two gay moms who are just trying to raise good humans—while also dealing with a lot of ridiculousness from their kids (and the internet).🚨 And if you haven’t already, secure your parental rights with a second-parent adoption! Caitlyn and Jaimie share why it's crucial—and how you might not need a lawyer to do it. 🚨🎧 Listen now for the laughs, the real talk, and a reminder that representation really matters.🏳️‍🌈Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank! Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code LOVEISLOVE at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog!🏳️‍🌈Interested in advertising? Check out our packages ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠🏳️‍🌈 🎧 Loved this episode? Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content & help keep these stories alive!🏳️‍🌈 Key Takeaways 🏳️‍🌈(00:01:10) Meet Caitlyn from 2ladiesand2babies—hilarious queer content creator and mom of two.(00:06:05) Parenting is a shit show—but laughing at it helps.(00:12:00) The state of social media: How trolls have ramped up, and why it’s more important than ever to stay visible.(00:22:50) "I’m woke AF." Fighting the myth that woke is a bad word.(00:36:29) Second-parent adoption: What it is, why it matters, and how you might be able to do it yourself without a lawyer.(00:45:31) “I've been lazy.” Jaimie on realizing the fight for LGBTQ+ rights is far from over.(00:50:04) Knitting at a protest? It tracks.🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈Caitlyn is a social media influencer and content creator who, along with her wife, operates the popular social media account "@2ladiesand2babies." Caitlyn shares candid and humorous insights into her family life as a mom of two boys. She brings a unique perspective as a social worker, while her wife is a homicide detective, giving their audience a multifaceted view of family dynamics and parenting. Caitlyn's content is appreciated for its authenticity and humor, often shedding light on everyday parenting challenges with a queer lens.🏳️‍🌈Resources mentioned in the episode: California Cryobank - cryobank.com (Use code: LOVEISLOVE)Find 2ladiesand2babiesTikTokInstagramYouTube🏳️‍🌈🎧 Loved this episode?Leave a review & support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content!🏳️‍🌈 💬 What resonated most with you?Drop a comment, DM us, or email at thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories!🏳️‍🌈 📲 Let’s Connect!Follow us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast🏳️‍🌈🎥 Watch & Listen:📺 Watch full video episodes on YouTube📖 Order the #ITOCT book on Amazon, IndieBound, or Audible🎶 Edited by: Jerson Barajas🎵 Theme song by: Tiffany Topol🎨 Logo art by: Daneen Stevenato🛍️ Shop our merch here📜 Full transcript & more info on our website✊🏽 Want to make a difference?🗳️ Vote, donate, and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights📢 Call your representatives—let them know we won’t stand for discrimination💡 Educate yourself & others on policies affecting our communityHistory is watching. What we do now matters.The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. While we chat with amazing organizations, The Queer Family Podcast isn’t responsible for any decisions or actions taken by listeners based on the content of the show. Always consult with a trusted professional for your specific situation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-queer-family-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Más Menos
    53 m
  • Marie Newman on LGBTQ+ Rights, Trans Advocacy & Fighting Anti-Trans Laws

    Marie Newman on LGBTQ+ Rights, Trans Advocacy & Fighting Anti-Trans Laws
    Mar 10 2025
    Marie Newman isn’t just an advocate—she’s a fighter. As a former Congresswoman from Illinois, she took on big fights for LGBTQ+ rights, healthcare equity, gun reform, and more. But her mission became personal when her daughter came out as transgender, propelling her even deeper into the fight for equality.In this episode, Marie shares her unexpected path to Congress, the struggles of passing meaningful legislation, and why she refuses to back down—even as anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric ramps up across the U.S. and beyond. She also opens up about her family’s journey, the reality of raising a trans child in today’s political climate, and what we can all do to push back against the attacks on our rights.🔥 Nobody is coming to save us—we have to be the ones to step up. 🔥🏳️‍🌈Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank! Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code LOVEISLOVE at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog!🏳️‍🌈Interested in advertising? Check out our packages ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠🏳️‍🌈 🎧 Loved this episode? Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content & help keep these stories alive!🏳️‍🌈 Key Takeaways 🏳️‍🌈✔️ How Marie’s fight for LGBTQ+ rights began—and why she made it her mission✔️ Her journey to Congress & the challenges of passing real change✔️ Raising a trans child & navigating the medical & legal system✔️ The dangerous rollback of trans rights & DEI policies✔️ How to get involved and push back against anti-LGBTQ+ legislation🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈Marie Newman is a former U.S. Congresswoman from Illinois who built a career fighting for marginalized communities. Before politics, she worked in marketing, anti-bullying activism, and women’s rights advocacy. She’s also the author of A Life Made From Scratch, a powerful memoir about her journey. As the mother of a trans daughter, Marie has dedicated her career to creating a more inclusive world.📖 Preorder her book, "A Life Made From Scratch," here 🏳️‍🌈Resources mentioned in the episode: California Cryobank - cryobank.com (Use code: LOVEISLOVE)🏳️‍🌈🎧 Loved this episode?Leave a review & support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content!🏳️‍🌈 💬 What resonated most with you?Drop a comment, DM us, or email at thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories!🏳️‍🌈 📲 Let’s Connect!Follow us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast🏳️‍🌈🎥 Watch & Listen:📺 Watch full video episodes on YouTube📖 Order the #ITOCT book on Amazon, IndieBound, or Audible🎶 Edited by: Jerson Barajas🎵 Theme song by: Tiffany Topol🎨 Logo art by: Daneen Stevenato🛍️ Shop our merch here📜 Full transcript & more info on our website✊ Put your activism into action🗳️ Vote, donate, and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights📢 Call your representatives—let them know we won’t stand for discrimination💡 Educate yourself & others on policies affecting our communityHistory is watching. What we do now matters.The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. While we chat with amazing organizations, The Queer Family Podcast isn’t responsible for any decisions or actions taken by listeners based on the content of the show. Always consult with a trusted professional for your specific situation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-queer-family-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Más Menos
    54 m
  • Late-in-Life Lesbian & Religious Trauma: Coming Out, Healing & Co-Parenting

    Late-in-Life Lesbian & Religious Trauma: Coming Out, Healing & Co-Parenting
    Mar 3 2025
    Heather grew up in the Bible Belt as the daughter of a gay man and a pastor’s granddaughter, suppressing her truth for years. She married a man, started a family, and did everything ‘right’—until, at 38, she realized she was a lesbian… while on a literal therapy call in the closet. Now, she’s untangling decades of religious trauma, reclaiming her identity, and proving that it’s never too late to live your truth.🏳️‍🌈Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank! Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code LOVEISLOVE at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog!🏳️‍🌈Interested in advertising? Check out our packages ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠🏳️‍🌈 🎧 Loved this episode? Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content & help keep these stories alive!🏳️‍🌈 Key Takeaways 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Religious trauma and its lasting impact on queer identity💡 The moment she realized she was a lesbian—while on a literal therapy call in the closet!💜 Coming out while married with kids: the struggles & breakthroughs✨ Healing generational trauma & embracing authenticity👩‍👩‍👧 Co-parenting post-divorce and navigating life after coming outHeather’s story is raw, real, and so damn relatable for anyone who’s ever questioned themselves or had to untangle the messaging they were raised with. And let’s be honest—many of us have. Her journey reminds us that it’s never too late to live in your truth.🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈Heather is a 40-year-old late-in-life lesbian, single mom, and spiritual seeker from Fort Worth, Texas. Raised in a deeply religious environment as the daughter of a gay man, she spent years struggling with religious trauma before fully embracing her truth at age 38. Now, she’s on a mission to heal generational trauma, co-parent with love, and help others navigate the journey to self-acceptance. Heather is also launching a new podcast, Cozy Betches, where she explores healing, queerness, and authenticity.🏳️‍🌈🎧 Loved this episode?Leave a review & support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content!🏳️‍🌈 💬 What resonated most with you?Drop a comment, DM us, or email at thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories!🏳️‍🌈 📲 Let’s Connect!Follow us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast🏳️‍🌈🎥 Watch & Listen:📺 Watch full video episodes on YouTube📖 Order the #ITOCT book on Amazon, IndieBound, or Audible🎶 Edited by: Jerson Barajas🎵 Theme song by: Tiffany Topol🎨 Logo art by: Daneen Stevenato🛍️ Shop our merch here📜 Full transcript & more info on our websiteThe information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. While we chat with amazing organizations, The Queer Family Podcast isn’t responsible for any decisions or actions taken by listeners based on the content of the show. Always consult with a trusted professional for your specific situation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-queer-family-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Más Menos
    53 m
adbl_web_global_use_to_activate_webcro768_stickypopup