179 One Kid’s Reflection on Being Raised by Polyamorous Parents

One of the most common concerns we hear about non-monogamous relationships is “but what about the kids?!?” We have a lot to say in response… but in this special episode, you get to hear it from one of our kids instead!

Moi offers a candid glimpse into his experience of being raised by polyamorous parents and shares his perspective on what it’s like to navigate a world where polyamory is rarely represented. He also talks about his journey with queerness and transness, and how our family’s values created space for that exploration.

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about the impact of family dynamics on identity, and why it’s important for parents—non-monogamous or otherwise—to create spaces where kids can discover themselves without fear or shame.

In this episode, we talk about:

— Moi's experience growing up with non-monogamous parents and how it shaped his views

— The importance of open communication about relationships and sexuality within families while maintaining appropriate boundaries

— How being exposed to different relationship structures allowed Moi to better understand his own monogamous identity

— The challenges of explaining non-traditional family structures to others

— The lack of representation of polyamorous families in media and how that impacts children's understanding

— Why Moi appreciates that we've been open about our non-monogamy rather than hiding it

— The value of letting kids discover their own identities without pressure to label themselves

Resources mentioned in this episode:

— Joli's TED Talk on jealousy

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