by Anthony M. Brown, Esq. – Founder TimeForFamilies.com March 20, 2012 To adopt, or not to adopt…   Surprisingly, that has been one of the most asked questions by parents of children born with the assistance of a surrogate mother.  In many cases, the carrier’s name may be removed from the child’s original birth certificate by a proceeding called a pre-birth order.  Some states do not provide for pre-birth orders.  Those that do, may...

September 15, 2010 New York Times By SAM ROBERTS A majority of Americans now say their definition of family includes same-sex couples with children, as well as married gay and lesbian couples. At the same time, most Americans do not consider unmarried cohabiting couples, either heterosexual or same-sex, to be a family — unless they have children. The findings — part of a survey conducted this year as well as in 2003 and 2006 by Brian Powell, a...

By Ruth Schneider, 365gay.com 03.25.2010 11:00am EDT A new report from Movement Advancement Project sheds light on stereotypes of senior members of the LGBT community. The report finds “LGBT elders are more likely to live in poverty, face social and community isolation, and lack appropriate health care and long-term care” according to a news release on the group’s Web site. The report, called the first major collaboration between LGBT groups...

With more than 125,000 children adopted per year in the United States alone, and increasing acceptance of same-sex couples as parents, adoption has become a wonderful way to have a family.  Ask any adopted adult and they will tell you of the profound experience that is adoption. Private Adoption – There are so many private adoption stories to be told and I hope that if you have one, you will share them here on TimeForFamilies.com.  Checking...

Lesbian moms have more options than ever when planning a family.  The number of couples choosing known donors over anonymous sperm donation is steadily increasing and the benefits of known donor families are as wonderful as they are complicated. What should you consider?  First, you must know what role you and your partner want to play in your child’s life.  If there isn’t room for anyone else, that is the answer to your question. However,...

Why do you want a family? Could it be that having and raising children just comes naturally? Could it be that all humans, regardless of who they love, are born with the innate desire to provide love to others? Many paths lead to family and, as lesbian and gay couples are discovering in growing numbers, our options are as varied as they are unique. Continue reading to learn more about your options or contact me today to see how I may help you and your...