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Eddie and Aurelio discuss their journey of adopting in the UK and becoming parents to twin toddlers during the pandemic. They emphasize the need for a support network and resources during the adoption process, and how the COVID-19 pandemic added both challenges and opportunities for bonding with their children. They now provide representation and support for other same-sex couples and adoptive parents through their popular social media platforms. 🏳️‍🌈Thanks to our sponsors🏳️‍🌈 California Cryobank (QUEERFAM):https://bit.ly/PromoCodeQUEERFAM Our Shelves (code QUEERFAM): https://www.ourshelves.com/ 🏳️‍🌈Interested in advertising? Check out our packages here🏳️‍🌈 https://www.thequeerfamilypodcast.com/sponsor-us-2 🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 * Eddie and Aurelio, aka @fortunatedads, are adoptive parents who share their journey of adopting twin boys on their social media platforms. They provide representation and support for other same-sex couples and adoptive parents. 🏳️‍🌈Key Takeaways:🏳️‍🌈 * Adoption involves extensive paperwork, interviews, and assessments, making it a complex and emotional process. * The adoption system has a high number of children in need of loving families. * Having a support network and resources in place is crucial during the adoption process. * The COVID-19 pandemic presented additional challenges, but also provided an opportunity for bonding and quality time with the children. ​ 🏳️‍🌈Quotes:🏳️‍🌈 * "We wanted to be a family and adoption felt like the right path for us." - Eddie and Aurelio * "There is no feeling like it. You just feel whole." - Eddie * "Representation matters. It's important for our children to see other same-sex couples and know that it's normal." - Aurelio If you like the episode, make sure to leave us a review and support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for as low as $2/month! https://bit.ly/3PPGoNY 🏳️‍🌈We want to hear from you! 🏳️‍🌈 - Call us and leave a voicemail or text: 646-470-1840 - Email: thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com IG/Twitter/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast - Website: https://www.thequeerfamilypodcast.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeerfamilypodcast/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ovariestalk/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeerfamilypodcast - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNhon0J_IfFovDUAzS9v2WQ 🏳️‍🌈Order the #ITOCT book Amazon, IndieBound, Audible🏳️‍🌈 https://amzn.to/3F9qRUc 🏳️‍🌈Buy our merch here🏳️‍🌈 https://bit.ly/TQFPmerchandise 🏳️‍🌈Edited by Jerson Barajas. Theme song: Tiffany Topol\ Logo art: Daneen Stevenato🏳️‍🌈 Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction and sponsorship message 0:00:30 teaser of upcoming interview 0:01:53 Introduction to Eddie and Aurelio, their adoption journey 0:03:22 Sound issue disclaimer 0:04:12 Listener mail 0:05:36 Request for more stories from trans parents 0:06:08 Ways to reach out to the podcast 0:07:32 Introduction to Eddie and Aurelio 0:09:00 Discussion on wanting to be parents 0:09:52 Consideration of surrogacy and decision against it 0:10:48 Financial considerations for surrogacy 0:11:17 Introduction to the topic of adoption and foster care. 0:11:42 Realization of the need for adoption and fostering. 0:12:27 Discussion on the high number of children in the foster system. 0:13:38 The desire to provide love and care for children in need. 0:14:33 Choosing a provider and attending an information session. 0:15:34 Exploring the options of adoption and foster to adopt. 0:16:48 The adoption process. [0:31:30] Matched with twin boys of Portuguese heritage 0:37:09 Meeting the boys and their foster parent 0:42:49 Feeling of wholeness when the boys finally arrive 0:43:45 Introductions and integration into the boys' lives 0:44:41 Preparation for bringing the children home. 0:45:53 Logistical challenges of moving the children and their belongings. 0:48:00 COVID-19 lockdown and the impact on bonding and support. 0:51:10 Positive aspects of bonding as a family during lockdown. 0:51:44 Current age of the children and their activities. 0:52:38 Use of social media to connect with other same-sex and adoptive parents. 0:53:28 Importance of representation and normalization for the children. 0:54:53 Sharing their story to create connections and inspire others. 0:55:05 Appreciation for the podcast and the opportunity to connect. 0:55:05 Eddie expresses gratitude for the podcast as a resource. 0:55:29 Jaimie discusses the importance of hearing adoption stories from LGBTQ+ perspectives. 0:56:03 Eddie and Jaimie discuss the process of deciding what to be called by their children. 0:56:35 Jaimie highlights the importance of creating their own family norms. 0:57:08 Eddie invites Jaimie to visit London. 0:57:51 Jaimie thanks listeners for tuning in. 0:58:38 Jaimie encourages listeners to explore more episodes of the podcast. 0:59:00 Jaimie asks listeners to consider supporting the show on Patreon

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Emme Reynolds, a transgender parent to two children in a newly blended family, shares their journey of self-discovery and transition. She discusses the importance of listening to each other's stories and understanding the challenges and complexities of transitioning. Emme emphasizes that transition is not a one-time event but an ongoing process, and highlights the difficulties faced by the LGBTQIA+ community in the current political climate. She also touches on the support she has received from her family and the importance of visibility and representation. Overall, Emme encourages open and honest conversations about gender identity and the experiences of trans individuals. 🏳️‍🌈Thanks to our sponsors🏳️‍🌈 California Cryobank (QUEERFAM):https://bit.ly/PromoCodeQUEERFAM Our Shelves (code QUEERFAM): https://www.ourshelves.com/ 🏳️‍🌈Interested in advertising? Check out our packages here🏳️‍🌈 https://www.thequeerfamilypodcast.com/sponsor-us-2 🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 * Emme Reynolds is a transgender parent to two children in a blended family. They are also the host of the podcast "A Second Puberty." 🏳️‍🌈Key Takeaways:🏳️‍🌈 * Transitioning is a complex and ongoing process, and it is important to understand that it is not always easy or straightforward. * It is crucial to listen to and understand each other's stories within the LGBTQ+ community. * The support and acceptance of family and friends can make a significant difference in the well-being and happiness of a trans individual. ​ 🏳️‍🌈Quotes:🏳️‍🌈 * "Transition can be hard and difficult, but it is also beautiful and valid." Emme * "No one is trying to turn your straight kid trans. We're trying to keep trans kids alive." Emme * "It is important to have access to gender-affirming healthcare and medications." Emme 🏳️‍🌈Resources mentioned in the episode🏳️‍🌈 * article about centering disability visibility in reproductive healthcare: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10486212/ * Follow Emme Reynolds https://www.instagram.com/theemmereynolds/ If you like the episode, make sure to leave us a review and support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for as low as $2/month! https://bit.ly/3PPGoNY 🏳️‍🌈We want to hear from you! 🏳️‍🌈 - Call us and leave a voicemail or text: 646-470-1840 - Email: thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com IG/Twitter/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast - Website: https://www.thequeerfamilypodcast.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeerfamilypodcast/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ovariestalk/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeerfamilypodcast - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNhon0J_IfFovDUAzS9v2WQ 🏳️‍🌈Order the #ITOCT book Amazon, IndieBound, Audible🏳️‍🌈 https://amzn.to/3F9qRUc 🏳️‍🌈Buy our merch here🏳️‍🌈 https://bit.ly/TQFPmerchandise 🏳️‍🌈Edited by Jerson Barajas. Theme song: Tiffany Topol\ Logo art: Daneen Stevenato🏳️‍🌈 Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction and sponsorship message 0:00:29 Emme talks about the importance of listening to each other 0:01:19 Emme discusses the misconception that transitioning is easy 0:02:20 Jamie thanks new Patreon members 0:02:59 Introduction of guest, Emme Reynolds 0:03:48 Jamie announces a promo code giveaway for the Paw Patrol movie 0:05:17 Jamie reads ally mail 0:10:55 Introduction of guest, Emme Reynolds 0:13:20 Emme gives a brief elevator pitch about themselves 0:14:51 Emme talks about their childhood and lack of trans awareness 0:18:28 Emme’s experience of coming out as queer and later as trans 0:19:18 Emme discusses the ongoing process of transitioning 0:23:00 The difficulty of fitting people into preconceived boxes 0:25:11 Importance of LGBTQ education for raising children 0:28:14 Coming out in baby steps, first as pansexual 0:29:33 Supportive family and children's acceptance of name and pronoun 0:33:08 Co-parenting with partner and involving family in name change 0:34:21 Promo code for California Cryobank 0:36:01 Understanding non-binary/gender nonconforming identities 0:40:31 Emme discusses co-parenting and adjusting 0:42:47 Em talks about being a queer parent and having a trans child. 0:43:25 Emme shares the challenges of advocating for their family. 0:44:38 Emme expresses concern about the impact of anti-trans legislation 0:48:13 Emme highlights the limited access to trans healthcare in Canada. 0:49:41 Emme addresses the misconception of "turning kids trans" 0:49:41 No one is trying to turn your straight kid trans. 0:50:10 Watching straight romances as a kid didn't make me straight. 0:50:23 Trans parents in some states can have their child taken away. 0:51:43 Protests against trans education happening in Canada. 0:52:44 These conversations deserve a bigger seat at the table. 0:53:15 Emme’s kids are doing well. 0:53:29 Emme’s podcast discusses the difficulties of transition later in life. 0:55:00 Emme’s Instagram account started as a dad account. 0:56:49 Responsible use of swearing can be valuable. 0:57:47 Emme’s podcast is called "A Second Puberty".