Acknowledgments
Introduction: Gay Parenthood in Context
1 Decisions, Decisions: Gay Men Turn toward Parenthood
2 Navigating Structural and Symbolic Inequalities on the Path to
Parenthood: Adoption Agencies, the Legal System, and Beyond
3 Engaging Multiple Roles and Identities: Men’s Experiences
(Re)negotiating Work and Family
4 Kinship Ties across the Transition to Parenthood: Gay Men’s
Relationships with Family and Friends
5 Public Representations of Gay Parenthood: Men’s Experiences
Stepping “Out” as Parents and Families in Their Communities
Conclusion
Appendix A: The Larger Study
Appendix B: Procedure
Appendix C: Interview Questions
Appendix D: Participant Demographic Table
Notes
References
Index
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