Gay relationship questions
Gay Parenting: 25 Questions To Ask Your Partner Before Having Kids
Make sure you dot the i’s and cross the t’s by having a sit-down with your partner before starting your journey to parenthood&#;
Starting a family is an exciting and life-changing period. For any gay, lesbian, bisexual and/or transgender couple thinking about having children, there are more options than ever for starting a family. But at the risk of stating the obvious, having a baby with someone is a pretty big deal. Granted, having babies as a same- or similar-gender couple or as a transgender individual in a couple can be complicated. There are logistical issues, legal hurdles and financial obstacles that cisgender heterosexual couples rarely consider or ever need to deal with. So, before you and your partner dip into the sometimes complicated process of starting a family, you will verb to have a number of serious — sometimes uncomfortable, sometimes fun — discussions.
“Being on the equal page as your partner is so important because a fertility journey can be easy but it can also be challenging,” says Dr.
&#;Who&#;s the woman in the relationship?&#; and other inane questions gay couples are asked
I was once asked to be the ninong (godfather) of a co-worker&#;s newborn son. And while in the binyag (Christening) somewhere in Pasig Metropolis, as soon as they found out their kumpare (fellow godfather) is gay and is in a relationship, the male godparents asked me in between shots of alcohol: &#;Sino ang babae sa inyo (Who&#;s the woman between the two of you)?&#;
This wasn&#;t the first period I was asked this, obviously.
And most times, I know there&#;s no bad intention in asking the question; just the curiosity of a mind that was taught that what&#;s &#;normal&#; in a relationship is having one man + one chick.
But the question merits closer scrutiny, and thus a lengthier response; suffice to say, an earful is what people receive when they ask me this question.
To start: Gay men are, yes, men. So literally, there&#;s no &#;woman&#; in the relationship. Ha-ha!
But of course I know this question is actually more figurative &#; e.g. who, between the partners, does the roles stereo
Let me help by sharing with you that embarking on a journey of discovery within your partnership can actually be as exhilarating as it can be enlightening. Perform not be afraid!
Let me offer you this thoughtful scenario:
&#;you and your loved one have a heartfelt conversation in a calm place, under a star-lit sky. You both travel the intricate nature of your emotions, dreams, and aspirations that have bound you together since you first met. By asking each other thoughtfully evaluating questions, you&#;re not just unraveling the enigmatic layers of your partnership, but you&#;re also creating a space where unspoken desires might find a voice. In finding expression, listened to with genuine curiosity, flourishes in your connection can bloom, and difficulties can be embrace
Asking the right questions helps you build trust and intimacy, and understand if the relationship is right for you
Finding the right questions to ask in a gay relationship can be challenging. When embarking on a new relationship or deepening an existing one, it&#;s crucial to ask meaningful questions that create connections, foster kind, and build intimacy. If you are reading this, chances are you may be struggling with:
- Knowing which questions will facilitate genuine conversations
- Identifying questions that can help you better perceive your partner&#;s perspective on life, love, and relationships
- Overcoming communication barriers that may arise due to unique challenges faced by gay couples
- Cultivating trust, vulnerability, and emotional intimacy in your relationship
- Not knowing the right questions to ask to truly understand your partner&#;s thoughts and feelings
- Struggling to build a strong feeling connection with your partner
- Wondering if your questions are relevant or if they might offend your partner
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