“I think growing up in the time and geography that I did, I wasn’t led to believe that someone like me could ever have children." In the free September-October issue of #GayParentMagazine available here: bit.ly/4oMN14j

NEW GAY PARENT MAGAZINE ISSUE Now available is our September-October 2025 issue #162 Read a digital copy FREE here, bit.ly/43g5L31 Visit our website for family resources gayparentmag.com #LGBT

Finding the right school is a marathon, especially for LGBTQIA+ families and parents of children with special needs. Amy Murphy offers some advice in the free #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4oMN14j

Kick the door wide open! #happynationalcomingoutday❤️💛💚💙💜 Visit www.gayparentmag.com #StrengthInUnity #lgbtpride #family

Happy National Coming Out Day! Visit gayparentmag.com #LGBT #comingout #solidarity

Don't forget about our new Playdate event this Sunday, October 12th 3:30 - 5:30 PM at Big Chimneys Park in Falls Church. No need to register, just come out to the park and look for the Our Rainbow Families logo at the picnic shelter.

At 49, I stopped waiting. I decided to become a father — on my own — through surrogacy. It wasn’t a quick decision, and it wasn’t easy. But it was the most clear-headed one I’d ever made. In #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4oMN14j

@OurRainbowFams Don’t miss this important event supporting our LGBTQ families! Rainbow Families' Town Hall: Conversations about Our Families, Our Schools, & Our Mental Health. Click here to register for the event - rainbowfamiliesdc.org/event-6361794.

Please share. In June, #GayParentMagazine Facebook page was compromised & forced off line by people unsupportive of LGBTs. A campaign was started to rebuild & redirect its audience. We're asking supporters to help by following Gay Parent Magazine-original bit.ly/4oMN14j

It’s October & it’s still National Hispanic Heritage month! There are over 65 million Hispanic Americans in the U.S. who make countless contributions to our country. We honor the diverse experiences, contributions & rich culture of LGBTQ individuals within the Hispanic community. gayparentmag.com

In 2010, Renée J. Lukas' son Tucker crashed into the side of a house on a snowmobile and suffered a brain injury. Renée writes about how Tucker is doing since the accident in the free #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4oMN14j

Garden School, an independent Nursery through Grade 12 school in Jackson Heights, Queens, NY fosters a learning environment where students are encouraged to explore their varied interests and develop into well-rounded individuals. #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4oMN14j

Mark & Eoin both born in Dublin are raising 2 daughters in NYC. They always wanted to be parents having had plenty of babysitting practice with 20 nieces & nephews in Ireland. The men learned a lot from their first surrogacy journey. @tmaas.bsky.social #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4lKXDiF

Finding the right school for our son, Trey, diagnosed with ADHD meant more than just a good curriculum. We needed a place where he would be celebrated for who he is, a place where our vibrant family would be welcomed. #GayParentMagazine available here: bit.ly/4oMN14j

Robin is as reflective about her parenting as she's about her podcasting & writing. Considering her experiences as an LGBTQ+ parent over the years, she says, “I love that we are not defined by stereotypes of mom & dad. free annal #GayParentMagazineNewYork bit.ly/4lKXDiF

27th Annual LGBTQ Friendly Independent Schools Directory-Over 150 schools listed by state, in our Sept-Oct issue and our website gayparentmag.com/family-resou... #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4oMN14j

Happy National Hispanic Heritage month! There are over 65 million Hispanic Americans in the US who make countless contributions to our country. We honor the incredibly diverse experiences, contributions and rich culture of LGBTQ individuals within the Hispanic community.

Gay Parent Magazine Family photo share from Richardo Jackson! We love to hear from you. Send us your feature requests, photos, and comments by email at gayparentmag@gmail or DM through Gay Parent Magazine #GayParentMagazine #lgbtqfamilies #legal #adoption #assistedreproduction

Beyond the Rainbow: Navigating School Choices for Our ADHD Son-Amy Murphy writes about the different schools she investigated for her son diagnosed with ADHD & entering kindergarten in the free #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4oMN14j

27th Annual LGBTQ Friendly Independent Schools Directory-Over 150 schools ranging from nursery, college & after school. Listed by state, includes schools for students w/learning differences, all girls or all boys, boarding & religious in #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4oMN14j

“My transition has allowed me to be freer & better connected with my son and our family. Although our connection was always strong,” he adds, “its genuine authenticity is indescribable.” Read A’Jay Love by Gary Hurtubise. The free issue is available here: bit.ly/3TtNp9p

The Inn at East Hill Farm, Troy NH is the place for your farmtastic family vacation! Learn more in our Advertiser Spotlight: A farmtastic Family Vacation in the July-August issue of #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/3TtNp9p

Gay Parent Magazine Family photo share from Phyllis Merrit! We love to hear from you. Send us your feature requests, photos, and comments by email at gayparentmag@gmail or through our Facebook page Gay Parent Magazine-original #GayParentMagazine #lgbtqfamilies #legal #adoption

Explore our website for LGBTQ+ Resources! - ASSISTED REPRODUCTION & RELATED SERVICES - LEGAL SERVICES, CAMPS & SUMMER PROGRAMS - PRESCHOOLS & INDEPENDENT DAY & BOARDING SCHOOLS, - ADOPTION & FOSTER CARE....and more Resources! Visit gayparentmag.com/resources/ and gayparentmag.com/family-resou...

Madison & Anya’s podcast ‘These Packs Puck’-If you're looking for a healthy dose of women’s hockey news, packed w/highly entertaining (yet introspective!) personal anecdotes, look for ihr.fm/4duoWtP #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/3TtNp9p @battaglinoa @madison_packer_

“As a proud transman, I refuse to let others make me feel uncomfortable or afraid. Our community will thrive by embracing our authenticity and rejecting negativity.” Read more about A’Jay Love & his son in #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/3TtNp9p

Federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from cancelling US National Institutes of Health grants that research LGBTQ+ health. Judge Lydia Griggsby said the move was meant to “focus and target LGBTQ+ members” and issued a preliminary injunction. @GayStarNews #GayParentMagazine

Two (Irishmen) and a surrogacy - Mark O'Looney and Eoin Cannon were both born in Dublin. Now they're raising two daughters together in NYC. Read more in the annual NY edition #GayParentMagazineNY bit.ly/4lKXDiF @tmaas.bsky.social

Inn at East Hill Farm a working farm family vaca resort welcoming families for generations since 1940’s at the base of Mt. Monadnock outside the quiet village of Troy in s.w. NH includes 3 home cooked meals served family style.Learn more #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/3TtNp9p

Explore our website for LGBTQ+ Resources! ASSISTED REPRODUCTION & RELATED SERVICES, LEGAL SERVICES, CAMPS & SUMMER PROGRAMS PRESCHOOLS & INDEPENDENT DAY & BOARDING SCHOOLS, ADOPTION & FOSTER CARE ....and many more! Visit gayparentmag.com/resources/ and gayparentmag.com/family-resou...

LJ was 11 years old when his dad officially began to transition; we asked A’Jay about how his experience as a parent evolved from when he gave birth to LJ as his mother, to today, as his son’s father. Learn more in #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/3TtNp9p

Happy National Parents’ Day! Today’s all about giving a shoutout to amazing parents, appreciating the teamwork it takes to raise kids, and recognizing how important their guidance really is. Follow us on our social media platforms and visit our website: www.gayparentmagazine.com

Gay Parent Magazine Family photo share from Richardo Jackson! We love to hear from you. Send us your feature requests, photos, and comments by email at gayparentmag@gmail or through Gay Parent Magazine-original #GayParentMagazine #lgbtqfamilies #legal #adoption #assistedreproduction

Madison & Anya Packer ex-pro ice hockey players, with a combined 13 yrs playing pro sports host the podcast ‘These Packs Puck’ - they discuss their lives as athletes, queer parents & everything in between. #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/3TtNp9p @battaglinoa @madison_packer_

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Gay Parent Magazine Family photo share from pinkdads! We love to hear from you. Send us your feature requests, photos, and comments by email at gayparentmag@gmail #GayParentMagazine #lgbtqfamilies

Recently our Facebook page was hacked by right wing anti LGBTQ politically motivated people who don’t support LGBTQ parents & was shut down. Please support our new FB Gay Parent Magazine-original by Following and Liking our page and posts. Thank you! Read more here: www.qsaltlake.com/news/2025/07...

Lambs are born almost daily in January and February. In the spring, we have many baby animals residing at the farm. Learn about The Inn at East Hill Farm in the July-August issue of #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/3TtNp9p

A’Jay Love – LGBTQIA+ rising content creator who's sharing his journey via his lifestyles, fatherhood, relationships, transition, fashion insight & more on Instagram &TikTok. Read A'Jay's transition from teen mother to proud father. Free #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/3TtNp9p

We keep going. We keep fighting. We’re not disappearing! Congratulations to #samesexmarriage #Ukrain #NOH8 #GayParentMagazine

Happy Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ www.gayparentmag.com #lgbtqpride

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NYC single mom & writer, Issa M. Mas won an award for her writing from NYC's mayor when she was age 7. As an adult she says that Buddhism helped when her dad passed & it also helped with her writing. Read more #GayParentMagazine in the free May-June issue bit.ly/43Vi06k

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Republicans risk a significant negative impact to their own state economies with their crusade against marriage equality.

Meatball Magic - Three years ago Amy Murphy started a ritual with her son, the pair would have a meal--and quality time--at the "Meatball House." Read more #GayParentMagazine in the free May-June issue bit.ly/43Vi06k

There’s a dad in CA who's writing a love letter to his young son – one YouTube video at a time. While his son is the intended audience, this dad hopes the story of their family inspires others in the LGBTQ+ community. Read more in free #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/43Vi06k

Happy Fathers' Day! www.gayparentmag.com

Over 1,800 protests nationwide #NOKINGSDayofResistance as Trump celebrate’s his birthday with a lavish military parade at taxpayer cost of $45 mil while thousands of mass firings at the VA and a plan to cut up to 83,000 VA/military staff. To get involved- www.nokings.org

During these increasingly fractious times, I feel it extremely important for queer folx to be — when safe to do so, of course — out & proud about who they are & who they love.” NYC single mom & writer, Issa M. Mas in the free May-June #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/43Vi06k