Dear Fellow Storyteller,
Welcome to What U Talking Bout Family — a space born from heartbeats, bedtime reflections, school drop-off monologues, and moments of self-doubt and deep joy. It is here that stories from diverse families gather, sip tea together, nod their heads knowingly, and create ripples in a vast ocean of parenting voices.
Founded by the intentional and ever-curious Zayric Droshar, our mission stretches beyond anecdotes. We’re stringing together a living, breathing mosaic of modern parenthood — where you don’t have to choose between love and learning, between asking the hard questions and sharing a laugh at a toddler’s logic. We hope to build a place of reflection, honesty, vulnerability… and yes, growth. Always growth.
And That’s Why We’re Writing to You
We believe every parent, aunt, uncle, grandparent, sitter, educator — every person — carries a lesson worth offering. Maybe you’ve survived a wild twin tantrum and found light in it. Maybe your family is evolving and you’re giving your child language for who they are. Perhaps you’re navigating grief, joy, co-parenting, or first words — and a quiet part of you said, “Someone else should know this moment exists.”
Well, we want to hear it. And so does our growing village.
What Makes a Fit for Our Community?
Your voice. You don’t need to be a “parenting expert” — whatever that means. But do speak clearly. Do be honest. Do let your heart guide your pen. On our walls you’ll find:
- Spotlight family stories that hold joy and challenge in the same breath
- Family dynamics that stretch beyond ‘the norm’ — blended families, chosen families, distant families trying to get closer
- Child development insights without judgment or complication
- Conversations around modern parenting — technology, screens, gender topics, identity, and where it all meets home
- Everyday wisdom, big or small — like the kind you find in our Parenting Hacks archive
Ready to Submit?
Please send your article, pitch, or ideas to us at [email protected]. Include a brief bio (3–5 lines), a headshot (optional), and links to your work if available. You may also tell us why this story matters to you.
Our editorial team aims to reply within 2–3 weeks. Every submission is read with warmth and care — promise.
The Editorial Compass
To help guide your pitch or story submission, please read these gentle lights:
- Length and Format: We welcome submissions approx. 700–1,200 words in length. Epistolary reflections, essays, letters to your child, and even thoughtful lists are all welcome.
- Topics that Resonate: Include your take on growth as a parent, your child’s unique journey, generational wisdom, or even unexpected learnings from seemingly ordinary moments.
- Originality: We prefer original, unpublished works. If your piece has appeared elsewhere, let us know and we’ll consider reprinting it with permissions.
- Tone: Honest. Gentle. Curious. Irreverently hopeful.