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The Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting Stories

Jaimie Kelton – Queer Parenting & LGBTQ Families'.
LGBTQIA+ Families
Parenting
Surrogacy
California Cryobank
Family Dynamics
Adoption
LGBTQ Parenting
Donor Conception
Queer Parenting
LGBTQ Families
IVF
Parenthood
Community Support
Reciprocal IVF
LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQIA+ Rights
Queer Families
Mental Health
Pride Month
Gender Identity

The show all about family; but with gay! A hilarious and heartfelt dive into LGBTQ family life, parenting, and the challenges queer families face.

Hosted by queer mom Jaimie Kelton, The Queer Family Podcast brings you weekly interviews with LGBTQIA+ guests exploring how they made their families and how they navigate a world that wasn’t necessarily built for them.

The mission? To normalize, elevate... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes409Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

HIV treatment and prevention have come a long way, but stigma, misinformation, and outdated beliefs continue to shape how we talk about HIV and AIDS. What should parents and families know, and how can we better prepare our children to advocate for th... more

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What happens when the sperm donor you never expected to know suddenly becomes someone you could text?

Jaimie is joined by her wife, Anne, for a candid, funny, and occasionally heated conversation about a surprising new chapter in their family's dono... more

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What does it take for two gay dads to build a family through foster care? Psychologist and author Dr. Kevin Nadal shares how he and his husband went from newly approved foster parents to raising three biological siblings, all adopted through New York... more

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B.J. Woodstein is a queer mom, doula, lactation consultant, author, and LGBTQ+ specialist who knows firsthand how much the right support can change a family’s experience. After difficult pregnancies, birth complications, painful breastfeeding, and he... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Nadal
Author and psychologist; father of three adopted through NYC foster system
Independent/Author
Episode: Two Gay Dads, Three Siblings: A Foster Care Story
BJ Woodstein
Gay mom of two, partner in the UK, doula, lactation consultant, author, and scholar
Independent practitioner; author of We're Here, A Practical Guide to Becoming an LGBTQ Plus Parent
Episode: Queer Families Deserve Better Care with B.J. Woodstein
Sydney Brickey
Co-parent in a lesbian couple exploring fertility journey
Brickey family
Episode: Making a Baby Was So Complicated, They Built an App
Gina Brickey
Co-parent in a lesbian couple exploring fertility journey
Brickey family
Episode: Making a Baby Was So Complicated, They Built an App
Rachel Levy
Attorney with Jerner Law Group; LGBT family law specialist in Philadelphia, PA
Jerner Law Group
Episode: How to Legally Protect Your LGBTQ+ Family
Vikram Kolmannskog
Psychotherapist, supervisor, Gestalt therapy professor, writer
Independent/Author
Episode: Two Dads, One Mom, and a Whole New Way to Think About Family
Reid Vanderburgh
Trans man, retired therapist, author
Independent author and educator
Episode: From Lesbian Community to Trans Elder: Reid Vanderburgh’s Story
Bronwin Parks
Co-host of Late in 88, exploring queer history
Late in 88
Episode: Parenting Ourselves While Raising Our Kids
Elinor Svoboda
Co-host of Late in 88
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Episode: Parenting Ourselves While Raising Our Kids

Host

Jaimie Kelton
Host of The Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting Stories

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 555 ratings
  • Enough of the us and them already

    In a world that is so divided, please consider not dividing us even further. I am the parent of a fantastic trans person and like to listen to your podcast…..that said, the us and them, is destructive.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    seems ofd
    Canada6 months ago
  • Loving this Episode

    Such a fan of the show and love Daniel B. Their journey is something inspiring and motivating!!

    Above it all, good for you Jaimie for choosing to engage with that one guy who needs more love, but that doesn’t see us (YET).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CreativeMatrixx
    United States7 months ago
  • Two kids later

    This podcast was so uplifting when going through the fertility journey with my partner. Two kids later and I keep coming back for more. Other non-parent lesbian podcasts are great but I appreciate the relatability of this so much more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    App that doesn't do anything
    United States8 months ago
  • LGBTQIA ⚧️🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

    I love It! I am. Non-binary and nobody gets it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    X men for real!
    United Statesa year ago
  • A great host

    This was by far the most relaxed and enjoyable interview I have yet to do for a podcast. More importantly, I immediately felt a kinship with Jaimie and her audience about creating the safest and most empowering world possible for all of our kids. Thank you for your service to the LGBTQ+ community specifically and to families of any kind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RachelHLowe
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Great guests and authentic storytelling with practical takeaways for LGBTQ families.
Many comments highlight the show's ability to normalize diverse family-building paths.
Listeners appreciate the inclusive, candid discussions and advocacy
The hosts are warm, relatable, and open to learning with guests.
Audience praises the show for being supportive for queer youth and parents

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Two Gay Dads, Three Siblings: A Foster Care Story
Q: What have you learned about community and representation as two gay dads with three kids in NYC?
We found it essential to build and participate in affinity groups at schools, connect with other LGBTQ families, and advocate for foster-system reform to better protect and support children and parents like us; community support made the journey possible and more joyful.
Two Gay Dads, Three Siblings: A Foster Care Story
Q: How did the adoption sequence unfold with three children in a relatively short period, especially during the pandemic?
After the first child was welcomed and bonded, we received notices about subsequent siblings; the timing involved a cascade where the second and third were connected to the same biomom and adopted in sequence, all during the chaotic early pandemic period, which intensified the emotional and logistical dynamics.
Two Gay Dads, Three Siblings: A Foster Care Story
Q: What was the decision process around the foster care route, and how did you handle the openness about age and special needs?
We were open to a baby but initially set a preference for younger children, with no race-based constraints; we decided against accepting a child with special needs initially, recognizing our capacity at that time, and the process emphasized openness to whatever child would fit our family.
Two Gay Dads, Three Siblings: A Foster Care Story
Q: When did the conversation about becoming parents come into the picture, and why foster care over other routes?
We discussed parenting from early on; as two cis queer men, carrying a child wasn't an option, and we chose foster care over surrogacy because there are many kids in need of homes in NYC, and the route felt aligned with our values and commitment to the city.
Two Gay Dads, Three Siblings: A Foster Care Story
Q: Let's do your 30 second elevator pitch.
Hi everyone. I'm Dr. Kevin Nadal. I am a father of three children who I adopted with my husband, details about our eldest, middle, and youngest, and that all three came to us through the New York City foster system, creating a chaotic yet loving home in Harlem.

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A warm, candid show that centers LGBTQIA+ family-building, parenting, and everyday life. Across episodes, the hosts invite a diverse slate of guests—from queer parents and surrogacy journeys to donor conception and trans family stories—sharing practical tips, personal narratives, and expert context. The conversations blend humor with honest discussions about fertility, parenting preteens, coming out, and building inclusive families, often highlighting visibility, resilience, and community support. Unique strengths include a steady focus on real-world family-building options (second-parent adoption, donor pathways, reciprocal IVF) and a willingness to challenge stereotypes while celebrating LGBTQ family life.

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2. BJ Woodstein
3. Sydney Brickey
4. Gina Brickey
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6. Vikram Kolmannskog
7. Reid Vanderburgh
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