For Lesbian Parents (eBook)

Suzanne M. Johnson, PhD, is Professor and Chairperson of Psychology at Dowling College. She lives on Long Island, New York, with coauthor Elizabeth O'Connor and their two daughters. Elizabeth O'Connor, PhD, is a researcher and writer focusing on child development, adult relationships, and families. She lives on Long Island, New York, with coauthor Suzanne M. Johnson and their two daughters.

Part I. Introduction and OverviewIntroduction: Why Write This Book?1. Lesbian Mothers: Who We Are2. Dos and Don'ts for Lesbian MothersPart II. The Lesbian Family in Interpersonal Relationships3. From Couple to Family4. How to Help Our Children Better Understand Our Family5. Dealing with Others: Family, Professionals, and People in Our Children's Lives 6. Helping Our Children Deal with Others7. Dealing with Schools8. Religion and SpiritualityPart III. Child Development and Lesbian Mothers9. Gender Development, Boys Will Be Boys, Girls Will Be Girls, and Men in Our Children's Lives10. Sexuality and Our Children11. Homophobia and DiversityPart IV. Special Circumstances12. Divorce and Lesbian Breakup13. Stepfamilies14. Alternative Insemination and AdoptionPart V. Conclusion15. Future Directions and Concluding ThoughtsAppendixParenting BooksResourcesIndexAbout the Authors