The first research on the LGB parenting was conducted in Croatia a few years ago. Since then several studies have been conducted on the topic, but general knowledge about families with LGB parents is scarce. The goal of this research is to gain insight into the perception and experience of parenting from the perspective of LGB parents. The starting basis of the work is an overview of previous research and a theoretical model of parenting in the best interest of the child which indicates desirable parenting behavior. The research was conducted using a semi-structured interview method with 10 LGB parents. The results showed that the child rearing goals of LGB parents in Croatia are to teach the child the values ​​of self-realization and authenticity, for the child to behave assertively and prosocially in relation to others, to adopt constructive ways of communicating, to be tolerant towards others and to be an emotionally mature person. Furthermore, in their behavior towards the child, LGB parents fulfill the child's basic needs, that is, their behavior corresponds to parenting in the best interest of the child. LGB parents, in addition to the usual challenges, face challenges that are specific to families with LGB parents and specific challenges depending on how their family was formed. When facing the aforementioned challenges, in addition to the usual ways of coping, LGB parents also empower their children to face negative comments and prepare the environment for the child.