Queer Families & Donor Conception: Building Strong Bonds Beyond Biology with Jaimie Kelton

What does it really look like to build a queer family today – with donor conception, infertility, and non‑biological parenting in the mix? In this episode of Building Your Family, Lisa sits down with long‑time queer family advocate and podcast host of the Queer Family Podcast, Jaimie Kelton to talk honestly about infertility, the emotional weight of genetics, and the many paths LGBTQ+ families take to build their families. They explore how advocacy and resources for queer families have evolved, why non‑biological connections can be just as deep as genetic ones, and how humor helps normalize complex family dynamics. You’ll hear candid stories about slow bonding, the myth of the “instant magical moment,” and why accepting your unique path changes everything. Lisa and Jamie also dig into the importance of intentional parenting, open communication about donor conception, and how to create safety for kids to ask questions about their origins. If you’re a queer parent, planning a family, or supporting LGBTQIA families, this conversation will give you language, perspective, and community for the journey. You’ll learn: How advocacy and resources for queer families have changed Why infertility and emotional struggles are universal and important to acknowledge How to navigate feelings about genetics and non‑biological parenting Practical ways to talk with kids about donor conception Why community support and openness matter so much for LGBTQ+ family building Guest resources Website: https://www.thequeerfamilypodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thequeerfamilypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeerfamilypodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeerfamilypodcast