Gay Dads: Transitions to Adoptive Fatherhood

Acknowledgments -- Introduction : Gay Parenthood In Context -- Decisions, Decisions : Gay Men Turn Toward Parenthood -- Navigating Structural And Symbolic Inequalities On The Path To Parenthood : Adoption Agencies, The Legal System, And Beyond -- Engaging Multiple Roles And Identities : Men's Experiences (re)negotiating Work And Family -- Kinship Ties Across The Transition To Parenthood : Gay Men's Relationships With Family And Friends -- 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 -- Index -- About The Author. Abbie E. Goldberg. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.