When Your Gay Or Lesbian Child Marries: A Guide... -

: Be aware of the larger LGBTQ+ community and its role in your child's life. This can help you better understand their perspective and the significance of their marriage.

: Using age-appropriate books like Donovan’s Big Day can help grandchildren or other young family members understand and celebrate their family's diversity. When Your Gay or Lesbian Child Marries: A Guide...

: When addressing the couple, follow their lead on titles. If they share a last name, you might use plural titles like Messrs. or Mesdames on formal mail. For wedding invitations , use both names on the same line separated by "and". : Be aware of the larger LGBTQ+ community

Clark professor explores parents' relationships to gay in-laws : When addressing the couple, follow their lead on titles

In the book author G. Merrill explores how same-sex marriages reshape the dynamic between parents and their adult children. Whether you are navigating wedding planning or adjusting to a new child-in-law, here are practical ways to support your child and foster a healthy relationship during this transition. Supporting Your Child Through the Wedding