Join The Fam
The Fam is the place to connect with other polyam/ENM families, learn from experts, and support Polyam Parenting’s free resources.
Includes:
Monthly Q&A sessions with experts and experienced parents in various facets of raising children within non-monogamous families, including: legalities, dealing with family of origin, relationship skills, and more.
Opportunities to connect socially and supportively with other parents and families who get it. Discord, small groups, and in person gatherings coming soon!
The Fam directly funds pro bono support for families.
BONUS: Join in October for a free gift!
Upcoming Events in The Fam
Founding Member Mixer
hosted by Jen Gerardy
Thurs, October 29, 8pm EDT/5pm PDT
This low key, virtual, informal mixer is a chance to meet other founding members of The Fam. We’ll play some fun icebreaker games, have good conversation, and you’ll get the chance to shape what this community becomes. Caring for your kids, eating dinner, and juggling life while joining us are all welcome.
Jen is a queer, neurospicy, polyamorous parent with 10 years of experience supporting parents. They are a Holistic Family Consultant, mediator, and the founder of Polyam Parenting. They help parents who care deeply about the well-being of their children and the quality of their relationships learn how to prioritize their own joy and needs without sacrificing the people they love.
Learn more about Jen: https://www.polyamparenting.com/peer-support
Dr. Elisabeth “Eli” Sheff on navigating family of origin & other topics
Thursday, November 12, 8:15pm EST/5:15pm PST
Dr. Eli Sheff joins us to bring wisdom from 30+ years researching and supporting polyamorous families and parents. She will be sharing some best practices from her workshop on navigating family of origin around the holidays, as well as discussing her research on polyam families, mono/poly relationships, and other expertise.
With three decades of researching consensual nonmonogamies, Dr. Eli Sheff is the foremost academic expert on polyamorous families with children. Dr. Eli has a PhD in sociology and is a Certified Sexuality Educator who has written four books and 30+ academic articles on CNM and BDSM/kinky sex.
Learn more about Dr. Sheff: https://elisabethsheff.com/relationship-consultations/
Frequently Asked Questions
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If non-monogamy and raising children is relevant for you, The Fam welcomes you!
We are a community of:Polyam/ENM parents
Parents exploring polyamory
Polyamorists exploring parenthood
Non-parent partners of polyam parents
Professionals supporting polyam parents & families -
The free community group is open to the public and to any questions or topics that come up. Attendance at the group and topics discussed vary widely and often emphasize “101” questions. The Fam offers a deeper dive and more specialized discussion topics, as well as more stable group attendance and therefore deeper friendships among members.
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Monthly, we are joined by an expert guest to share some aspect of their knowledge or experience related to polyamory and parenting.
Format:
90 minutes, virtually on zoom. 15 Intro & tech check, 15-30 recorded teaching with the guest (members will not be recorded), 30-45 Q & A between members and our guest. Q & A is not recorded.Possible Topics:
-Stories and lived experiences of polyamory and parenting
-Relationship skills for partnering
-Parenting strategies for raising children
-Time & emotional mangement strategies
-Legalities of parenting, housing, and legal rights advocacy
-Neurodivergence, sexuality, race, gender, and other intersectionalities
-Safety and security for dating and parenting
-And more!Interested in being a guest or have an idea for one? Email polyamparenting@gmail.com
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Possibilities include a private discord server or group chat, virtual and/or in person social meetups, and small group support.
Join us at our Founding Member Mixer to help determine the best ways for us to connect!
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100% of your membership in The Fam (after fees) directly funds pro bono and sliding scale access to peer support for families that would struggle to afford market rate help.
Sliding scale and pro bono 1 on 1 peer support sessions are awarded as demand and funds allow.
Learn more about sliding scale or apply here: https://forms.gle/ixxasNsyoJCLY1nr6
If cost is a barrier to you accessing The Fam, email Jen at polyamparenting@gmail.com. No one is turned away due to lack of funds.
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You will receive weekly emails with links and everything you need to join upcoming events, as well as reminders for live calls.
If you have any trouble finding emails or accessing events, email Jen at polyamparenting@gmail.com, or if you are trying to join a live event happening soon, text (720) 295-3747
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You can log in and cancel at any time- if you have any difficulty canceling, reach out to Jen at polyamparenting@gmail.com