3 New LGBTQ-Inclusive Middle Grade Novels of Adventure and CommunityThis week’s new LGBTQ-inclusive middle grade novels include one where the cover and publisher’s blurb make it obvious that there’s queer inclusion, and two where they don’t. That’s why I’m here—because these are all books you won’t want to miss. June 16, 2026 New Kids’ Song “Pronoun Party” Is Perfect for Pride and All Year Long June 15, 2026 Finding Pride as an LGBTQ Parent in 2026 June 11, 2026 What Kids Call Their LGBTQ Parents (2026 Update) June 10, 2026 3 New Middle Grade Books With Queer Protagonists (and Crushes) June 8, 2026 How the Anti-Trans Climate Harms Trans Parents’ Family Safety and Security June 5, 2026 Guest Post: What LGBTQ Families Should Know Before Starting the Surrogacy Journey June 4, 2026 New in the Database of LGBTQ Family Books Visit Full Database More Posts Connecticut Expands Fertility Coverage to Be More Inclusive of LGBTQ and Single People June 3, 2026 LGBTQ Parenting Roundup: Pride Edition June 2, 2026 Today Is LGBTQ Families Day: Join the Celebration! June 1, 2026 3 New Memoirs of Queer Parenthood and Beyond May 29, 2026 Listen to the “AllPaths Podcast” for the Story of My Family and Mombian May 27, 2026 Join Other LGBTQ+ Families for Fun and Connection at the Big Apple Family Takeover May 26, 2026 7 New Picture Books Celebrate Children of Many Gender Identities and Expressions May 21, 2026 Take Action Today to Stop Federal “Don’t Say Trans” Censorship and More May 20, 2026 Florida AG’s Actions Endanger Surrogacy, Donor Conception, and Adoption May 18, 2026 Marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (and More) May 17, 2026 Shifting the Narrative Through the Voices of People With LGBTQ Parents May 14, 2026 2 New LGBTQ-Inclusive Picture Books Star Kids Making Change May 13, 2026 1 2 3 … 534 › Thematic Posts and Resources StartingWhere to begin? Here! With info and resources on beginning the journey to parenthood. NamingWhat do kids call their LGBTQ parents? Here’s the list I’ve been collecting since 2011. Add your parental names! RaisingCaring for kids, school resources, coming out to kids, donor siblings, and more. ProtectingLegal information and resources on confirmatory (second-parent) adoption, surrogacy, custody, and more. ConnectingProfiles of LGBTQ families, plus family groups, organizations, and other ways to find community. RepresentingBooks, television, podcasts, blogs, and other ways LGBTQ families are represented. ResearchingHistory, demographics, and social science that illuminate LGBTQ families. RememberingThe history of LGBTQ families is older than you many think. AdvocatingSpeaking up for our families and advocating for social justice. Key Reads What Kids Call Their LGBTQ Parents (2026 Update) 6 Back-to-School Tips for LGBTQ Parents 10 Myths About LGBTQ Families A Parent By Any Other Name: What Kids Call Their LGBTQ Parents (2024 Update) 8 Tips for Queer People Starting the Journey to Parenthood “LGBTQ Paths to Parentage Security”: New Guide from GLAD and Mombian Helps LGBTQ Parents Understand Options for Protecting Their Families Resources for LGBTQ Prospective Foster Parents Starter Resources for LGBTQ People Considering Adoption How My Family Started: An RIVF Post for Donor Conception Awareness Day
