Links & Resources
RESOURCES
Wear it with Pride - Parenting page
In 2008 the Federal Government changed 85 laws to give same-sex couples in a de facto relationship or registered relationship the same rights as de facto opposite-sex couples especially in the area of Family Law. Changes to the Family Law Act 1975, mean that now Federal law recognises most same-sex couples and their child/ren as a family. The Wear It with Pride site summarises the reforms, and provides a page on parenting. http://www.wearitwithpride.com.au/law-reforms/parenting/
Pride and Joy
The Pride and Joy booklet, published by the Royal Women’s Hospital, is a resource for prospective lesbian parents in Victoria. The booklet and its online version aims to bring together some essential facts from the confusing and often hard-to-find mass of information about creating lesbian families. Access the content online at
http://www.thewomens.org.au/PrideandJoyonline
Over the Rainbow: A guide to the law for lesbians and gay men in Victoria.
This site features detailed, searchable information about areas such as anti-discrimination law, health, inheritance, property division, death compensation and State superannuation for lesbians and gay men in Victoria. Over the Rainbow online is an initiative of the Victorian Gay & Lesbian Rights Lobby and the Department of Justice. http://over-the-rainbow.org/
We’re Here …a resource for childcare workers
Children with lesbian and/or gay parents have always existed. In more recent times, lesbian parented families have been increasing in number and visibility. Consequently, our children are now attending early childhood services in greater numbers. This booklet is a resource for childcare workers. It was written by members of the lesbian parents playgroups in the City of Darebin in Victoria, with the assistance of a number of early childhood workers. Download pdf at http://www.glhv.org.au:80/node/374
LINKS TO USEFUL WEBSITES
VICTORIAN WEBSITES
The ALSO Foundation
The ALSO Foundation works to enhance the lives of Victoria's diverse gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities. ALSO provides information, research, support services, and advocacy. http://www.also.org.au
Victorian Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby
The Victorian Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby represents gay and lesbian interests and works within the political framework and the community at large. It achieves its goals through representation, advocacy and working with the media. The website provides information about current campaigns and issues in Victoria. http://www.vglrl.org.au/index.php
'Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays' (PFLAG)
PFLAG is a group of parents, families and friends of gay, lesbian and bisexual people who meet once a month and offer support and friendship to families, particularly parents, and also to members of the GLBTI community who may need support in coming out to their families and friends. We offer support through public education and advocacy, to end discrimination and secure equal civil rights. http://www.pflagvictoria.org.au/
AUSTRALIAN WEBSITES
Parents With Pride (PWP)
Parents With Pride is a support, resource, and networking forum seeking to serve Australian and New Zealand parents, partners, and prospective parents who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, and trans* (GLBT). The site includes an e-group to provide an update on what’s happening in the world of GLBT families, , useful websites across Australia, articles on parenting, and more. http://au.geocities.com/pwpaus/index.htm
Gay Dads Australia
A resource for gay dads and those thinking of becoming gay dads. http://gaydadsaustralia.blogspot.com/
Oz Rainbow Families
Australian Rainbow Families discussion website and blog - http://ozrainbowfamilies.wordpress.com
BLOGS
Lesbianfamily.org
A list of blogs by lesbian families - including blogs on trying to conceive, being pregnant, parenting by age group and type, and blogs from kids and family and friends. http://lesbianfamily.org/the-blogroll/
INTERNATIONAL WEBSITES
Mombian Resource Directory for LGBT Parents
American site with links to lots of resources, including blogs by kids of LGBT families, trans families, gay dad families, plus advice on conception, parenting, relationships, and much more. http://www.mombian.com/
The Rainbow Babies
The Rainbow Babies provides information on the many aspects of GLBT pregnancies and parenting, as well as space for parents or would-be parents to share their stories about their paths to parenthood.
http://www.therainbowbabies.com/
Family Pride
Family Pride is an organisation in the USA committed to securing family equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer parents, guardians and allies. Site provides lots of ideas for campaigning and action, as well as a family pride blog. http://www.familypride.org/
WEBSITES FOR KIDS
COLAGE
COLAGE (Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere) is an organisation that supports children, youth and adults with LGBT parent(s). The website provides online communities, pen-pals from all over the world, posters and resources for schools, and lots more. COLAGE is based in the USA but there are chapters in other countries. http://www.colage.org/
PREGNANCY, BIRTH AND POSTNATAL WEBSITES
ACCESS
Australian website provides infertility information, support, news and advocacy.
http://www.access.org.au/
Maternity Coalition
An umbrella organisation bringing together groups and individuals across Australia who are involved in pregnancy and childbirth
http://www.maternitycoalition.org.au/
Birthnet
Australian website with heaps of pregnancy info
http://www.birth.com.au/
Birth
Childbirth education classes in Melbourne
http://www.birtheducation.com.au/
Homebirth Australia
http://www.homebirthaustralia.org/
Australian Breastfeeding Association
Formerly the Nursing Mothers Association
http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/
La Leche League International
American Breastfeeding website with lots of breastfeeding and parenting info.
http://www.lalecheleague.org/
