Special Topics in Being a Parent
Book • 2024
In 'Special Topics in Being a Parent', S. Bear Bergman shares insights and experiences on queer parenting, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, humility, and self-awareness.
The book blends personal anecdotes with practical advice, addressing topics such as gender identity, chosen family, and challenging societal norms.
Bergman encourages parents to create a supportive and inclusive environment for their children.
Rejecting rigid scripts, it promotes collaborative parenting, focusing on mutual respect and understanding.
It also acknowledges the exhaustion of breaking from traditional parenting styles, guiding readers to create intentional values within their families.
The book blends personal anecdotes with practical advice, addressing topics such as gender identity, chosen family, and challenging societal norms.
Bergman encourages parents to create a supportive and inclusive environment for their children.
Rejecting rigid scripts, it promotes collaborative parenting, focusing on mutual respect and understanding.
It also acknowledges the exhaustion of breaking from traditional parenting styles, guiding readers to create intentional values within their families.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 0 episodes
Mentioned by the speakers as the previous episode's guest's book.

⚡️ Writing Family Manifestos and Trying Again
Mentioned by 

as an incredible book sitting up at the register, being featured, special topics and being a parent, a queer and Tinder guide to things I've learned about parenting mostly the hard way.


Caitlin Metz

🎙️ Parenting Advice That Doesn't Suck with S. Bear Bergman