This follows on nicely. It's easy to assume every family lives like yours or mine. Families are diverse. Families are changing, what was the norm 20 years ago isn't any more - so let's all celebrate that. Some families have one Mummy, or one Daddy, some may have two Daddies. There are those with a Momma and a Mommy and then there's those with Grandad and Grandma. Don't also forget those children placed with other carers too, whether that's temporary or permanent - it's always good to be mindful (and respectful) that not everyone's family is the same.

I've made small changes to my own language. I use 'Grown Ups and Carers' or 'Parents and Carers' when talking about my children's friends and their families (or home situations). I don't ever assume all their friends have a Mummy and a Daddy, because the fact of the matter is - most don't. The wonderful thing is, Talulah (my 4-year-old) uses this new language beautifully. It sounds so inclusive, tolerant and kind - qualities we all should strive for. Wouldn't you agree?

But being respectful is also key. We may look a little different to you - and that's fine if you're interested in learning more about gay parents and our family building options. Whether it's surrogacy for gay couples (or single people), or adoption, fostering or even fertility treatment - then it's OK to say or to ask. I’d be happy to help answer your questions. Not just LGBTQ+, but ALL parents quite often have a real journey to build their families, it’s not always straightforward. So, when we become parents - we too like to celebrate it, and quite often help and educate others on a journey to parenthood.

Finally, this is our most common one. We probably hear this on a monthly basis from new faces we meet when we're out. We've had it asked in supermarkets, in hotel lifts, at the airport, and even whilst out shopping with the children holding our hands. 'So, who's the real Dad then? Followed by a wink. 'We both are' is always the reply - as that's the truth - that's fact. If you discovered who was the biological parent, what did it achieve? Nothing really - so there's no need to really ask it. It may only cause hurt, pain or embarrassment.

So join me, celebrate this new way to use inclusive language in some of my tips above to help make your little ones (and the grown-ups too) more aware of the beautiful diverse world we live in.

At C&G baby club, we love, we don’t judge. For us, parenting is all about doing what comes naturally to you and following your instincts. Explore some of our other articles that will help you do just that as we #LoveDontJudge, together.