In The Den with Mama Dragons

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In The Den with Mama Dragons

You're navigating parenting an LGBTQ+ child without a manual and knowing what to do and what to say isn't always easy. Each week we’ll visit with other parents of queer kids, talk with members of the LGBTQ+ community, learn from experts, and together explore ways to better parent our LGBTQ+ children. Join with us as we walk and talk with you through this journey of raising healthy, happy, and productive LGBTQ+ humans.

  1. Speaking of Suicide

    -3 J

    Speaking of Suicide

    Send us a textContent Warning: This episode discusses suicide. According to the CDC, suicide is the second-leading cause of death for teens and young adults, and LGBTQ+ youth are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide than their peers. Additionally, there’s often an increase in suicidality and mental health crises around the holiday season, especially in the days that directly follow the holiday itself. This week’s In the Den episode is a conversation between Sara and special ...

    1 h 26 min
  2. Reframing the Holidays Beyond Religion

    16 DÉC.

    Reframing the Holidays Beyond Religion

    Send us a textWhen you and your family have spent your lives rooted in a particular religious tradition only to realize that your tradition does not openly welcome, support, and affirm your LGBTQ+ child or family member, it can be devastating. As a result, many parents end up leaving church. Some leave because of a lack of support, some because the church leaders and community shunned them or turned against them, some because they have a complete crisis of faith, unable to reconcile their lov...

    1 h 12 min
  3. Navigating Family Gatherings During the Holidays

    9 DÉC.

    Navigating Family Gatherings During the Holidays

    Send us a textWith the holiday season in full swing, many of us are finding ourselves navigating sometimes tricky and challenging family gatherings, especially with our queer kids. This time of year often comes with particular, sometimes unspoken, expectations about our participation in family events. Supporting our queer kids also occasionally means having to respond to inappropriate questions, uncomfortable interactions, and hurtful situations. This week In the Den, Sara sits down with ther...

    1 h 16 min
  4. Transanta

    2 DÉC.

    Transanta

    Send us a textCurrently, young trans people are under attack across the country and around the world. Many of them continue to face rejection, persecution, and lack of support. Transanta is an amazing organization that is showing up to help meet the needs of the young trans community in the United States. Today In the Den, Sara talks with Transanta Elf Claudia Roley to discuss the needs of trans youth and explore how you can join Transanta in meeting those needs this holiday season. &nb...

    55 min
  5. Queerness, Theology, and Therapy

    25 NOV.

    Queerness, Theology, and Therapy

    Send us a textWe've had quite a few therapists on this podcast, and they have all shared so much wisdom and compassionate advice for us and our families. This week In the Den, our host Sara sits down with therapist Ann Russo, who specializes in the intersection of religion and LGBTQ+ issues. They discuss a range of topics surrounding mental health, spirituality, and queerness. Special Guest: Ann RussoAnn Russo is a mental health professional, author, and advocate specializing in sex posi...

    57 min
  6. The Election Is Over–Now What?

    18 NOV.

    The Election Is Over–Now What?

    Send us a textThe outcome of the recent presidential election has left many of us reeling and feeling concern for our LGBTQ+ community, especially for our queer children. Many of us in the Mama Dragons community are already feeling the impact as our children share with us their fears and real-life interactions at school, work, and in the community. So, what can we do? This week In the Den, Sara meets with Allen Morris from The National LGBTQ Task Force to talk about actions we can take right ...

    1 h 12 min
  7. In the Den is Getting a New Host!

    11 NOV.

    In the Den is Getting a New Host!

    Send us a textIn the Den with Mama Dragons is entering a new era! After almost two years, our original host Jen is passing the hosting microphone on to another amazing Mama Dragon who will take the lead. Our new host is Sara LaWall. Sara has guest-hosted several episodes in the past and should be familiar to regular listeners. Today, Jen sits down with Sara to visit, so that we can all get to know our new host just a little bit better. Special Guest: Sara LaWallSara serves as the Ministe...

    1 h 5 min
  8. Words With Friends 15

    8 NOV.

    Words With Friends 15

    Send us a textWords with Friends episodes are bonus episodes where different members of Mama Dragons provide definitions for LGBTQ related topics. This episode includes the following definitions:Gender Binary shared by Jess in North CarolinaGender Expansive shared by Julie in Snohomish, WashingtonGender Expression shared by Marie, formerly in TexasGender Queer shared by Kate in Melbourne, Australia In the Den is made possible by generous donors like you.Help us continue to deliver ...

    5 min
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You're navigating parenting an LGBTQ+ child without a manual and knowing what to do and what to say isn't always easy. Each week we’ll visit with other parents of queer kids, talk with members of the LGBTQ+ community, learn from experts, and together explore ways to better parent our LGBTQ+ children. Join with us as we walk and talk with you through this journey of raising healthy, happy, and productive LGBTQ+ humans.

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    Mama Dragons
  • Années d’activité
    2022 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    118
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    © 2024 In The Den with Mama Dragons
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