TOGETHER: Queer Family Building Conference 2025

TOGETHER: Queer Family Building Conference 2025

A 2-day virtual conference featuring expert-led discussions, real-life parenting journeys & strategies to navigate LGBTQ+ family-building.

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1.4k attendees hosted 📈

Date and time

Location

Online

Agenda

November 4
November 5

11:30 AM - 4:00 PM

TOGETHER Connections


An optional pre-conference gathering to meet fellow attendees and ease into the experience.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Building Queer Families: How & Why It Matters

Marea Goodman, LM, CPM, PregnantTogether Founder


From vision to reality—exploring the power of queer family-building in all its forms. Led by Marea Goodman, LM, CPM and Founder of PregnantTogether

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

Rethinking Reproductive Research for Queer Families

Dr. Brent Monseur


Dr. Brent Monseur unpacks gaps in the data—and imagines what’s possible when LGBTQ+ families lead the research.

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Protecting Parenthood: LGBTQ+ Family Legal Essentials


Family law experts unpack key legal considerations for queer families, including parentage, custody, and navigating systems with confidence.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

TOGETHER Evening Exhale: Reflect & Reconnect


Wind down with intention—an open space for reflection, connection, and shared breath.

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 day 4 hours

A 2-day virtual conference featuring expert-led discussions, real-life parenting journeys, and actionable strategies to navigate family-building for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.


Learn more on the event website

Who’s joining?

  • Top experts in fertility, reproductive medicine, law, and mental health
  • Queer parents & families sharing real experiences
  • Medical & legal professionals providing essential guidance
  • You! – Our current and future community of parents


Featured Speakers & Sessions

Building Queer Families: How & Why It Matters, with Marea Goodman, LM, CPM + Founder of PregnantTogether

Affirming Parenthood for Trans & Non-Binary Parents, with Ericka Hart M.Ed., Trystan Reese + more

Resilient Roots: Emotional Wellness for Queer Families, with Expert LGBTQ+ Perinatal Psychologists

Rethinking Reproductive Research for Queer Families, with Dr. Brent Monseur

Protecting Parenthood: LGBTQ+ Family Legal Essentials, with select U.S. Family Lawyers

Expecting Better Futures: A Guide to LGBTQ+ Fertility Research, with Emily Oster, PhD


Whether you’re considering family-building, actively navigating fertility and legal steps, or supporting queer parents as a professional*, this event is for you!

*4 CEUs will be available through ACE (pending)

Learn more on the event website


PASS OPTIONS


Free Pass

  • TOGETHER Connections: Optional Community Meet Ups
  • Queer Family Building: Keynote by Marea Goodman, LM, CPM
  • Trans & Non-Binary Parenting Panel with Ericka Hart M.Ed., Trystan Reese + more


Early Bird Premium Pass ($40)

  • Access to free sessions + all replays
    — PLUS —
  • Mental Health & Queer Family Building Panel with Expert Perinatal Psychologists
  • LGBTQ+ Reproductive Research: Report by Dr. Brent Monseur
  • Legal Rights and Protections for Queer Families with U.S. Family Lawyers
  • An Update on Fertility Research with Emily Oster, PhD


Early Bird Professional Pass ($100)

  • Access to free sessions + all replays
    — PLUS —
  • Up to 4 Continuing Education Units through ACE(Pending Approval)
  • Dedicated networking for professionals supporting queer families


Members Only

  • Exclusive for existing PregnantTogether Members
  • Paid members get 3 FREE tickets to the conference to share with their community!


Sponsorship Opportunities

We’re partnering with brands and organizations that align with our mission of inclusive family-building. Want to be a sponsor? Get featured in front of a passionate, engaged audience. Contact Marea at marea@pregnanttogether.com

Learn more on the event website

Frequently asked questions

Who is this for?

Queer parents, solo parents, aspiring parents, and the folks who support them — at any stage of the journey.

What do I get with a free pass vs. paid?

Free = select sessions (i.e. keynote, shmoozing, and the Trans & Nonbinary Pregnancy & Parenting Panel). Pro/Premium = full access, CEUs, replays, bonus content + more.

Are sessions recorded?

Yes! Paid attendees get full replays. Public Pass holders get access to select recordings.

Can I earn CEUs?

Yep — CEUs are available through ACE (pending approval) for eligible sessions.

What if I can’t afford an upgrade?

We got you. Email Marea at marea@pregnanttogether.com to request a sponsored or sliding-scale pass.

How do I join the event?

You’ll get an email with all access links, session details, and extras ahead of the event.

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PregnantTogether is an inclusive community that centers the queer experience of family building. We welcome everyone who has ever felt different!