Category Archives: heterosexism

Batting For the Other Team

Posted on April 1, 2011 by

The website’s name had already tipped me off – howtoraiseyourboyfriend.com – but the hot pink homepage confirmed it: I’d officially entered Hetero Hell. “Boyfriends need to be raised,” the welcome banner proclaims, “Let us show you how.” And then, the … Continue reading →

Posted in heterosexism, misconceptions, relationships, stereotypes | Tagged , | 4 Comments

Boob Shirt

Posted on March 4, 2011 by

“Okay, this week we’re doing a C-section simulation,” the instructor cheerfully announced to our prenatal class. Amanda and I exchanged a look, as did the other couples in the room – simulating labour had been one thing, but an actual … Continue reading →

Posted in birth, heterosexism, non-biological lesbian mother, Out in the world, pregnancy, prenatal class, roles, Uncategorized | Tagged , | 5 Comments