A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture. Dana and Helen of Mombian start their vlog this week by explaining the difference between parenthood and lesbian Turkish oil wrestling. Their main topic, however, is storytelling. They discuss the surreal and whimsical works of Caldecott-winning author David Wiesner, which force parents to become storytellers, and recommend a book featuring a boy with two moms that celebrates the art of weaving stories. They also highlight two new lists of LGBT-themed books for children and young adults , useful for parents or anyone hoping to make her local library more inclusive. Plus: pirate hats and an idea for a new reality show.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture. Vlogging barefoot! Dana and Helen kick off their shoes and socks this week in honor of the k.d. lang concert they just attended, advise when not to sport a fauxhawk, and then discuss some financial ideas for parents. Thinking about starting a family or already planning for your childrens' college educations? They share what's worked for them and explain why the "Bank of Mom" may help instill good money habits in your kids.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture. Dana and Helen of Mombian.com share a children's book about Harvey Milk and Helen questions Dana's obsession with historical accuracy. They discuss a must-listen radio piece about transgender children, and turn to lighter matters with a look at the several parenting storylines on last week's L Word, including Max's disastrous baby shower and Bette and Tina's adoption woes.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture. Dana and Helen of Mombian.com discuss the proposed legislation by their very own Massachusetts state rep, which could restrict children of LGBT parents from talking about their families in school and require students to get parental permission before joining gay-straight alliances. How should one approach such local homophobia? What are they planning to do? Plus shameless parental promotion of their son's Valentine crafts!
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture. Dana and Helen of Mombian.com congratulate the world's first lesbian mom to become a head of state. They then turn to a viewer's more personal question: how to deal with a pregnant partner's hormonal mood swings. ("Run!" is a tempting but unacceptable answer.) Although there were no parenting angles this week on The L Word, they use Max's pregnancy to recommend a guidebook for transgender parents, one for parents of transgender children, and the first-ever children's picture book featuring a transgender child.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture. Dana and Helen of Mombian.com take a retrospective look at a TV classic from their childhoods, Schoolhouse Rock. They then answer a viewer's question about how to handle racist and homophobic family members and how to talk about them with one's children. On a lighter note, they tell you which of their ideas for a post-L Word lesbian TV series is shared by Jennifer Beals, and they promise to vlog about the upcoming L Word season with a parent's eye.
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture. Dana and Helen of Mombian.com take a post-holiday look at some of their favorite presents of the year, including a new obsession for all the board- and card-game geeks out there (adults and kids), as well as some items for the younger tots. They also thank readers for their more serious parenting questions, and promise to address them in a future vlog. Holidays with a small child precluded giving them the thought they deserve. Please stay tuned!
A vlog exploring the intersection of lesbian parenting and pop culture. Over a glass of holiday "vlog nog," Dana and Helen of Mombian.com take a detour from parenting talk to examine an article in the latest issue of Cosmo titled, "Angelina Did it. So Did Lindsay. What It's Like to Love a Girl." They also note the strange convergence of Cosmo fashion trends and lesbian style. Moving back to parenting, they discuss past and present lesbian moms on ER, a new pair of gay penguin parents, recent court rulings related to lesbian moms, and a cheap but fun kid craft involving a pizza box and duct tape.
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