Queer Parenting, Social Media & Fighting LGBTQ+ Hate

Caitlyn, one half of @2ladiesand2babies on social media joins Jaimie to talk all things queer parenting, social media, and the ongoing fight for LGBTQIA+ visibility. From hilarious parenting fails to the not-so-funny rise of online hate, they dive into how social media has shifted for queer creators in today's political climate. They also discuss second-parent adoption, why legal protection is a must for LGBTQ+ families, and how to handle the trolls that come with being openly queer online.

This is a fun and heartfelt conversation between two gay moms who are just trying to raise good humans—while also dealing with a lot of ridiculousness from their kids (and the internet).

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🎧 Listen now for the laughs, the real talk, and a reminder that representation really matters.

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🏳️‍🌈 Key Takeaways 🏳️‍🌈

• (00:01:10) Meet Caitlyn from 2ladiesand2babies—hilarious queer content creator and mom of two.
• (00:06:05) Parenting is a shit show—but laughing at it helps.
• (00:12:00) The state of social media: How trolls have ramped up, and why it’s more important than ever to stay visible.
• (00:22:50) "I’m woke AF." Fighting the myth that woke is a bad word.
• (00:36:29) Second-parent adoption: What it is, why it matters, and how you might be able to do it yourself without a lawyer.
• (00:45:31) “I've been lazy.” Jaimie on realizing the fight for LGBTQ+ rights is far from over.
• (00:50:04) Knitting at a protest? It tracks.

🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈

• Caitlyn is a social media influencer and content creator who, along with her wife, operates the popular social media account "@2ladiesand2babies." Caitlyn shares candid and humorous insights into her family life as a mom of two boys. She brings a unique perspective as a social worker, while her wife is a homicide detective, giving their audience a multifaceted view of family dynamics and parenting. Caitlyn's content is appreciated for its authenticity and humor, often shedding light on everyday parenting challenges with a queer lens.

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