Diverging From The Norm with MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy

It’s the Season 15 premiere, y’all! Jaimie is joined by the one and only Mama Sue to introduce this fantastic episode with special guests, MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy. These trailblazing influencers share their journey as a queer black family, including challenges and triumphs with family acceptance, co-parenting in a blended family, using the tried and true “turkey baster🤪” method with a known donor, and navigating parenthood with a child on the autism spectrum. The episode highlights the importance of representation and the power of love in creating a beautiful blended family. Tune in to hear their inspiring story of overcoming obstacles and embracing the undeniable strength that comes from forging one's own path in the face of adversity. 

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🏳️‍🌈Key Takeaways:🏳️‍🌈 

*MyLin and SK met during a time when both were wrestling with their queer identities in the context of religion and family expectations.

*The couple experienced challenges in their journey, including confronting unsupportive family members and navigating difficulties around having children.

*They emphasize the importance of representation for black queer love and families on their social media platforms, offering guidance and a sense of community to others.

*MyLin and SK candidly discuss parenting a child on the autism spectrum and the unique experiences it brings to their family life.

*The couple maintains a strong, private relationship with their known donor, keeping this aspect of their lives discreet even among close friends and family.

*MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy are an inspirational couple who stand as a beacon of representation for LGBTQiA+ families.

🏳️‍🌈Resources mentioned in the episode: 

*MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy's Instagram: @StokesKennedy

*MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy's TikTok: @StokesKennedy

*MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy on YouTube

*”Being loud about being black and queer is already one thing, but when you add parenthood to it, it really shakes the table for a lot of people.” SK

*”This show has been around six years... This is huge." - Jaimie, highlighting the significance of the podcast's impact and longevity.

*”Representation matters. That's what you have taught me so well." - Mama Sue to Jaimie, emphasizing the importance of representation for the LGBTQiA+ community.

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🎙️ Episode Highlights:

0:00:00 Introduction to the Queer Family podcast

0:01:07 Special guest co-host, Mama Sue, introduced

0:14:00 Introduction to the interview with MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy

0:17:00 MyLin had a two-year-old child from a previous relationship.

0:21:27 Dealing with family disapproval

0:28:51 The challenges of blending their families

0:34:28 The couple found a known donor who was willing to help them conceive.

0:44:16 MyLin and SK discuss parenting a child on the spectrum.

0:50:04 The impact of being a black and queer family

0:53:05 Reuniting with MyLin's father

0:57:03 Wrapping up and thanking the guests