NEW GAY PARENT MAGAZINE ISSUE Now available is our September-October 2026 issue #168 Read a digital copy FREE here: bit.ly/4cQcYLU Visit our website for family resources gayparentmag.com/ #lgbt #pride #family

28th Annual LGBTQ Friendly Independent Schools Directory. Over 150 schools ranging from nursery to college & after school. Schools for students w/learning differences, bilingual schools, all girls,all boys, boarding, & religious schools. #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4cQcYLU

“There are days one of us has to carry 80% and the other has 20%,” Rick says. “You have to talk about that. Parenting exposes everything.” #GayParentMagazineNY bit.ly/3QIKR9b

Does your kid want to be a ninja warrior? Brooklyn Ninja Academy (NY) offers exciting & fun after school & weekend ninja warrior training classes for kids ages 6+, birthday parties & private lessons @nycninjaacademy #GayParentMagazineNY bit.ly/3QIKR9b

“Being informed at every stage is essential, not only for peace of mind but also for making confident decisions along the way.” #GayParentMagazine @miraclesurrogacy Cancun, Mexico. bit.ly/4cQcYLU

Discover a comprehensive range of LGBTQ+ resources on Gay Parent Magazine's website; assisted reproduction, legal services, camps & summer programs, preschools & independent day & boarding schools, adoption & foster care, family stories & more. Visit gayparentmag.com/resources/

National Coming Out Day Visit gayparentmag.com/. Follow us for new and current issues. #lgbtq #pride #FamilySupport

“For Brian and Ferd, their focus remains unchanged: keep family-building visible, keep people informed, and keep showing up – for their children, for their community, and for the families still finding their way.” @GaysWithKids @gwkacademy bit.ly/4cQcYLU

28th Annual LGBTQ Friendly Independent Schools Directory. Over 150 schools ranging from nursery to college & after school. Schools for students w/learning differences, bilingual schools, all girls,all boys, boarding, & religious schools. #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4cQcYLU

THROWBACK THURSDAY The family of David Kenney & Ben Suazo were the cover story of Gay Parent Magazine-New York 2013-2014 issue #11. Pictured is the couple with son Alexander & pet Mickey. Read current & past issues by following our social media or visiting gayparentmag.com/

Growing up, I didn’t know this life was possible, says Raphael. As a queer person we’re often taught by society, explicitly or not, that if you want marriage, kids & stability, you may have to choose a life that isn’t yours. #GayParentMagazineNY bit.ly/3QIKR9b

Is my child gifted? This is an often asked question when families begin to explore Speyer. There's no one way, each gifted child is unique. However there are some qualities that are common among Speyer students. Join us for a webinar Oct 14. Register @ speyerschool.org

“So we did it. We did the thing. And guess what? We had the time of our lives.” More in the Sept/Oct issue #GayParentMagazine @simsbrittneyr and @s.ellesims bit.ly/4cQcYLU

Experience GreenMount! Baltimore, MD Attend an Open House at The GreenMount School. October 18, 12 - 3 PM For more upcoming Admissions events, visit: greenmountschool.org #LGBTQfriendly #IndependentSchool #Baltimore @GreenMountK8

“We raise our kids so they can be fully independent, functioning adults.” #GayParentMagazine bit.ly/4cQcYLU

The Vanguard School Lake Wales, Florida Vanguard empowers 6-12th grade neurodiverse students to learn, grow confidence, and thrive in a supportive, personalized environment. Visit vanguardschool.org #lgbtqfriendly #independent #school #neurodiverse

"Orgullo, cultura y libertad. Celebrating the beautiful intersection of our Latin roots and queer identity." National Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 to October 15 gayparentmag.com

Every plate carries intention. It carries the people who taught me, places that have inspired me & the belief that hospitality can be an act of love. Interview with Chef B. Victoria at Brilliant and Kind Montessori #GayParentMagazine @brilliantandkind bit.ly/4cQcYLU

“Even in affirming spaces, seeing LGBTQ+ families living ordinary, full lives helps reinforce that sense of belonging, especially for kids.” #GayParentMagazine @GaysWithKids @gwkacademy bit.ly/4cQcYLU

“After running through every ‘what if’ imaginable, we decided that taking our first child on his first flight to one of our favorite countries was more than worth it.” #GayParentMagazine @simsbrittneyr and @s.ellesims bit.ly/4cQcYLU