Lesbian mums

Being a lesbian/Queer mum comes with its own challenges, and drummond street has had lots of experience working though the kinds of issues specific to lesbian mums, including

  • having a known donor
  • having an unknown donor
  • gender conscious parenting
  • homophobia
  • dealing with government and other authorities
  • talking about your rainbow family

We also have lots of experience with the kinds of issues that arise for all kinds of families

  • infertility
  • couple communication
  • parenting all aged children
  • family counselling
  • work/life balance
  • separation

“It was great to talk to someone who understood the complexities in how our relationship fitted into my wider family, it was a great place to come and very relaxed”

The support we offer comes in a range of formats. You might come in for couples counselling, or family counselling, you might attend a series of workshops, or come to a regular group. Keep an eye on the calendar to see what is coming up, or contact the Queer services coordinator if you identify a gap that we could address.

Lesbian Mums Parenting Seminars

You are invited to attend 4 seminars of 45 mins each with 45 mins discussion and support session afterwards.

Topics include:

  • Understanding where your kids are at developmentally, how they understand their family – what’s normal and what matters at what age?
  • Talking about your Rainbow Family – what’s most helpful for kids? Dealing with bullying if it occurs
  • Raising happy healthy kids- promoting mental health and a sense of security as kids grow
  • Preparing for adolescence – or managing if you are already there!

Wednesday nights- 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th of July 2010 from 6- 7.30pm at drummond street services, 195 Drummond St, Carlton

Cost $35 covers all three session. Free with Health Care Card

Refreshments provided Call Rachel on 9639 2576 to book your place

“It was so good to be able to talk to other lesbians about raising boys, my partner and I really struggled when our four year old seemed to become obsessed with pretend violent play, and we had no clue how to tackle it. Turns out we weren’t alone!”