Jaimie sits down with Vicky and Charisse Pasche, the founders of the Dapper Boi clothing brand. They share their queer family journey, including the challenges of coming out, their unique fertility experiences leading to the birth of their twins, and the inspiration behind creating an inclusive clothing line. They delve into the importance of visibility, representation, and the power of authentic self-expression through fashion. Their heartfelt stories underscore the significance of community an...
Jun 13, 2024•55 min•Season 16Ep. 4
Jaimie welcomes Kelsey and Kymaria, the dynamic influencer duo behind @houseofk.love. They delve into their unique coming-out stories, dealing with religion, and forming a blended family. The couple shares insights into their experiences raising their daughter within a loving, queer household and Kelsey’s transition into instant parenthood. Touching on the challenges and joys of their relationship, they reveal their thoughts on having more children and what pride means to them. This episode is a...
Jun 10, 2024•44 min•Season 16Ep. 3
Jaimie welcomes Colton Underwood, former NFL player and Bachelor star, to discuss his journey from playing football to embracing his identity as a gay man. Colton shares his struggles with internalized shame, his unique coming out process, and how the COVID-19 pandemic changed his life. He opens up about his ongoing surrogacy journey with his husband, the importance of being intentional in building a family, and the steps they are taking to ensure their future children know they were made with l...
Jun 06, 2024•46 min•Season 16Ep. 1
Rosie O'Donnell opens up about her experiences as a parent, discussing her journey with raising a child on the autism spectrum and the challenges and joys that come with it. She shares her insights on gender identity and the importance of unconditional love and acceptance. Jaimie also reflects on her own fears and struggles as a parent, including her initial reservations about having a son and the non-biological connection she has with her daughter, and Rosie lovingly tells Jaimie that she needs...
Jun 03, 2024•53 min•Season 16Ep. 1
What does Pride mean to you? As we get ready for Pride and our upcoming PRIDE EXTRAVAGANZA, Jaimie closes out this season with a little medley of responses to this question from all of last year’s Extravaganza guests. These answers will give you all the feels, y'all. Let them serve as a reminder that LOVE is LOVE, YOU are loved, and PRIDE is EVERY DAY. Happy Pride to all. AND stay tuned next season for episodes with cultural icons and individuals making impactful strides for queer visibility and...
May 27, 2024•20 min•Season 15Ep. 18
Jaimie sits down with Shawndeez, a non-binary trans dad who shares their journey towards self-discovery and parenthood. Seandeez discusses the challenges they faced as a queer and trans individual, their decision to pursue IVF and egg retrieval, and the importance of unconditional love in the parent-child relationship. Seandeez also talks about their work supporting parents of trans children and the need for compassionate guidance in navigating the complexities of gender identity. Tune in for an...
May 20, 2024•49 min•Season 15Ep. 17
Tish's and Arlesia's accidental journey to parenthood brings uncharted waters into the traditional queer family narrative. After a rocky period in their relationship, Tish became pregnant with their son, Ethan, after a one-night stand. Despite the challenges, they decided to stay together and focus on raising their child. Now, as Ethan grows older, they are facing new transitions and learning to prioritize their own growth as individuals and as a couple. This episode highlights the importance of...
May 13, 2024•59 min•Season 15Ep. 16
Victoria Vega, a yoga instructor and doula, shares her journey into birth work and the importance of addressing generational trauma. As a lesbian, Victoria discusses her decision not to have children but expresses a desire to experience childbirth as a surrogate, highlighting that the desire to carry and the desire to parent can exist independently. This perspective adds a refreshing dimension to the broader narrative about what constitutes a queer family. She emphasizes the significance of chos...
May 06, 2024•26 min•Season 15Ep. 15
Grier and her wife Alana created their family through surrogacy after fertility treatments wreaked havoc on Grier’s mental health and it became clear that carrying a child in either one of their wombs was not an option. She discusses the challenges and shame that can come with not being able to conceive and the importance of breaking down taboos surrounding different ways of creating a family. The conversation also touches on the non-biological connection in queer families, the decision to use a...
Apr 29, 2024•54 min•Season 15Ep. 14
Lacey, a former Mormon and lesbian mom, shares her journey of coming out and building her family with her wife, Gabby. They unexpectedly conceived their first child through at-home insemination and later decided to have more children. After struggling with infertility, they turned to fertility treatments and ended up having triplets. Amidst the joy of their growing family, their oldest child, Jonah, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Lacey recounts the challenges they have faced an...
Apr 22, 2024•50 min•Season 15Ep. 13
Corey Allen, a former Secret Service agent and current future dad on a surrogacy journey shares his experience of leading a double life while working in law enforcement and the challenges he faced as a gay man. He also discusses his surrogacy journey, including the setbacks and the decision to use two surrogates. Corey highlights the financial and legal obstacles that LGBTQ+ families often encounter and the importance of sharing stories to create awareness and promote change. Tune in for an insp...
Apr 15, 2024•44 min•Season 15Ep. 12
Host Jaimie sits down with Megan, Taylor, and Jessica, three married lesbian non-bio moms fighting for legal recognition of their parental rights in Louisiana. They discuss the challenges they're facing in the legal system, the archaic "presumption of paternity" civil code 185 being used against them, and the impact it has on their families. The guests share their personal experiences and the uncertainty they face as non-biological parents. They also highlight the importance of second-parent ado...
Apr 08, 2024•47 min•Season 15Ep. 11
Host Jaimie sits down with Kay Anderson, host of the Lost Spaces podcast, for a candid discussion about the complexities of queer family planning, nature vs nurture, and the individual choice to have children. The conversational journey offers a deep dive into not only Kay's personal musings regarding family and parenting but also the diverse ways queer individuals approach these life choices. The episode is rich with exploration of various family-building options such as surrogacy, adoption, fo...
Apr 01, 2024•49 min•Season 15Ep. 10
S15 EP9 l Host Jamie sits down with Courtney, Whitney, and their dad Glenn to discuss their unique family story. Glenn came out as gay after 33 years of marriage, and his daughters were in their 20s at the time. The conversation delves into the challenges Glenn faced in coming to terms with his sexuality and the impact it had on his family. The episode highlights the power of acceptance and the transformative change that can come from embracing one's true self. They also discuss the importance o...
Mar 25, 2024•59 min•Season 15Ep. 9
In this episode of the Queer Family Podcast, host Jamie sits down with Miles Borrero, a trans queer yoga teacher and author of the memoir "Beautiful Monster: A Becoming." Miles shares their journey of self-discovery and transition, discussing the labels and identities they have explored along the way. They also delve into their experience as a bonus parent to teenagers and the importance of representation in queer families. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about embracing change, finding lo...
Mar 18, 2024•39 min•Season 15Ep. 8
Haley King is a donor-conceived gay mom who ALSO used donor conception to start her own family. Haley shares her journey of discovering her donor-conceived status at the age of 30 and how the challenges she faced in finding information and support led her to become an advocate for donor-conceived people and families. She and Jaimie delve into the importance of open communication, navigating relationships with donor siblings, the impact of modern technology on anonymity, and the nuanced feelings ...
Mar 11, 2024•57 min•Season 15Ep. 7
Jennifer and Vanessa are in the middle of creating a family as a lesbian couple, yet Vanessa's recent hysterectomy and Jennifer's epilepsy add intricate layers of complexity to their journey. Faced with legal uncertainties surrounding adoption as an LGBTQIA+ couple, they shifted towards using donor sperm at a bank, only to confront profound societal biases and systemic hurdles in the fertility industry. The conversation delves deep into these challenges, fostering an argument for true inclusion ...
Mar 04, 2024•56 min•Season 15Ep. 6
Host Jaimie sits down with Tom Tracy, an award-winning author and proud gay dad, to explore his inspiring journey to parenthood through adoption. Together, they delve into the joys and challenges of raising children, drawing from Tom's experiences that have inspired his acclaimed book series, Scoochie and Skiddles. Tom's work aims to normalize LGBTQIA+ families by portraying them in everyday life, showcasing the ordinary yet extraordinary moments. The episode emphasizes the importance of represe...
Feb 26, 2024•48 min•Season 15Ep. 5
l S15 EP4 l Heidi and Trine, lactation consultants and friends, join host Jaimie to discuss feeding babies in the queer community. They explore induced lactation, chest feeding, and inclusive feeding practices. Sharing their own queer journeys, they provide valuable insights into the challenges and possibilities of feeding babies in the queer community. They emphasize the importance of seeking help and finding the right lactation consultant. Don't miss this informative and inclusive conversation...
Feb 19, 2024•57 min•Season 15Ep. 4
l S15 EP3 l Wendy Cole transitioned genders at the age of 67, even though she was convinced from the age of 5 that her “male facsimile” was not her true authentic self. A life of suppression and maintaining a heteronormative identity took a tremendous toll on her well-being, and caused strained relationships within her family, leading to a powerful transformation later in life. Now, finally living her truth, she works as a transition coach for anyone going through a difficult life transition. We...
Feb 12, 2024•58 min•Season 15Ep. 3
l S15 EP2 l Jaimie sits down with Roberto Concepción to chat about his journey to solo parenthood as a gay dad through surrogacy. After his daughter’s birth, he noticed a severe gap in representation for families like his, and so, in true badass style, he decided to change that. He wrote and self-published a children's book called "More Than a Crown" to show his daughter a family like hers in the pages. It's all about embracing different family setups and encouraging kids to shake up old-school ...
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr•Season 15Ep. 2
It’s the Season 15 premiere, y’all! Jaimie is joined by the one and only Mama Sue to introduce this fantastic episode with special guests, MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy. These trailblazing influencers share their journey as a queer black family, including challenges and triumphs with family acceptance, co-parenting in a blended family, using the tried and true “turkey baster🤪” method with a known donor, and navigating parenthood with a child on the autism spectrum. The episode highlights the impo...
Jan 29, 2024•58 min•Season 15Ep. 1
Jaimie is joined by her wife, Anne in this bonus episode. Tune in for a heartwarming and sometimes hilarious foray into the daily life of a queer family managing sickness, parenting challenges, and the tenacity of a ten-year-old with big dreams. Jamie also gives a sneak peek of the upcoming season, featuring interviews with LGBTQIA+ families, including gay dads, gay moms, trans parents, and families navigating tragic situations. Jamie also recommends the "My Donor Story" book series for donor-co...
Jan 22, 2024•16 min•Season 14Ep. 19
Host Jaimie Kelton is interviewed by Gavin and David from the “ Gaytriarchs ” podcast in this bonus episode of The Queer Family Podcast. They discuss the challenges and joys of parenting as queer individuals, including Jaimie's personal journey to motherhood as a lesbian mom. They touch on the stereotypes that can come with being a gay dad or lesbian mom and the complexities of raising a son. Jaimie also shares her frustrations with PR agents trying to exploit her audience for free advertising. ...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 14Ep. 18
A Mic for the LGBTQIA+ Community: The Queer Family Podcast. Join Jaimie in this Bonus Episode as she guests on ‘This ‘Is Infertility” with Dan Bulger. Almost three years ago, we published a list of our Top 17 Favorite Fertility Podcasts. Topping that list was a podcast called “If These Ovaries Could Talk,” a show centered around the lesbian experience of fertility and family building. Today’s guest, Jaimie Kelton, created this podcast after going through the journey to build her family and strug...
Jan 08, 2024•22 min•Season 14Ep. 16
l BONUS l Jaimie has some exciting news to share y’all! You can now watch video episodes on Spotify! A brief introduction to The Queer Family Podcast and Jaimie’s personal journey of building a family as a gay mom. She talks about her experience with infertility and the lack of representation for LGBTQIA+ families in the fertility space. Jaimie also announces that the podcast is now available in video format on Spotify and encourages listeners to watch the episodes there. She concludes by promot...
Jan 08, 2024•11 min•Season 15Ep. 17
S14 EP15 BONUS | Join Jaimie in this Holiday Bonus Episode as she guests on 'Lost Spaces' with K Anderson! Jaimie shares her experience growing up in San Francisco surrounded by queer culture but struggling to recognize her own queerness. She discusses the male-dominated gay world she witnessed in the 80s and 90s and the lack of representation of gay women. Jaimie reflects on her journey of self-discovery, including experimenting with women and eventually embracing her identity as a lesbian. She...
Jan 01, 2024•57 min
S14 EP14 BONUS | We interrupt our regular content to bring you Holiday Bonus Episodes of podcasts that Jaimie loves and has guested on! Listen to the intro to hear an update and funny story from Jaimie before diving into an episode of “Who’s Your Daddy” with Michael and Matt. Jaimie and the fellas go deep into her personal story of struggling through unexplained infertility and over 3 years (!!) of trying to have a baby through IVF and IUI. She also shares some very exciting news that came to be...
Dec 25, 2023•1 hr 14 min
S14 EP12 | Dr. Lulu , a Nigerian-born pediatrician and advocate, shares her personal journey of self-discovery and acceptance as a queer person. Growing up in a homophobic and religious society, she struggled with internalized homophobia and rejected her own child when they showed signs of being feminine. However, after her child revealed themselves as transgender, Dr. Lulu had a change of heart and became an advocate for LGBTQIA+ youth. She emphasizes the importance of unlearning societal norms...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 4 min
S14 EP11 | Moe Ari and Tiffany, hosts of the Be Your Own Love Goals podcast, share their journey as a queer couple. They met in college, became friends, and eventually fell in love. Moe Ari later came out as transgender, and they decided to start a family through reciprocal IVF. They faced challenges with their families' acceptance and had difficult conversations about their donor choice. Despite the obstacles, their families have come around and are now obsessed with their daughter, Nova. The c...
Dec 11, 2023•59 min
