New Life Journey-A Surrogacy Story Across Races, Languages, Cultures, and Religions
written and illustrated by Si Yao Shining Li
Language: Chinese/English
Si Yao Shining Li, 2020.
40 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 9798649189965
Summary: Having children has always been considered as the blessings in traditional societies and has cultural importance. Infertility is even not life threaten disease, but could cause a life-time psychological trauma and can result in a challenging time for millions of couples. This book has been written and illustrated to convey an amazing surrogacy journey that went through by two different ethnic families together. It will help us to understand the procedure of surrogacy in a warmly way, and also the meaning of the new life to a family, and the great love across skin color, language, culture and religion. This will not only be a helpful guide to many infertile couples and its surrogates but also would expect to benefit their child to understand how they came to the world. This book is specially designed as a bilingual version to help two cooperative families with different cultures and languages who could understand the surrogacy journey together.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08B7CZVV9
I'm Very Ferris Takes a Bubble Bath
by Tess Kossow
Language: English
Outskirts Press, 2020.
38 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1977216587 ; 9781977216588
Summary: Come along with Ferris, a baby boy who has an amazing, real-life story about being conceived through in vitro fertilization. This second installment in the I'm Very Ferris series invites children from all families to understand IVF through a child's point of view. However, Ferris is taking you along in one of his favorite routines...bubbles and suds with bath time in the tub!
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Very-Ferris-Takes-Bubble-Bath/dp/1977216587
We Found You!
written and illustrated by Tyler Beckstrand
Language: English
Lawley Enterprises LLC, 2020.
44 p. : col. ill. cm.
ISBN: 1952209099 ; 9781952209093
Summary: We Found You! is the story of two people that want to be parents more than anything in the world. But, having a baby can sometimes be hard to do. Join them on their adventures as they take to the seas, climb the highest peaks, and even fly to the moon to find the family they were always meant to have.
Together they face heartache and joy in a journey that leads to the beautiful, and selfless, idea called adoption.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1952209099
Tanto desiderato, così sei nato!: Un libro per bambini nati grazie all'embriodonazione
by Verena Bottero and Enrico Ciolini
Language: Italian
Independently published, 2020.
43 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1658156854 ; 9781658156851
Summary: Rivolgendosi a bambini dai 2 ai 6 anni, "Tanto desiderato, così sei nato!" aiuta i genitori, attraverso testi semplici e illustrazioni, a spiegare ai figli nati da embriodonazione il loro concepimento. Il libro contiene solo riferimenti reali e facilmente comprensibili dal giovane lettore: non è una favola, bensì la cronistoria del concepimento di un figlio: partendo dall'amore dei futuri genitori, passando per le lunghe attese tra speranze e delusioni e l'aiuto della medicina si arriva alla nascita del figlio tanto desiderato.
Available: https://www.amazon.it/Tanto-desiderato-cos%C3%AC-nato-allembriodonazione/dp/1658156854
Tanto desiderato, così sei nato!: Un libro per bambini nati grazie alla donazione di seme
by Enrico Ciolini and Verena Bottero
Language: Italian
Independently published, 2020.
39 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 9798612816973
Summary: Rivolgendosi a bambini dai 2 ai 6 anni, Tanto desiderato, così sei nato! aiuta i genitori, attraverso testi semplici e illustrazioni, a spiegare ai figli nati da PMA eterologa maschile il loro concepimento. Il libro contiene solo riferimenti reali e facilmente comprensibili dal bambino: non è una favola, bensì la cronistoria del concepimento di un figlio: partendo dall'amore dei futuri genitori, passando per le lunghe attese tra speranze e delusioni e l'aiuto della medicina si arriva alla nascita del figlio tanto desiderato.
Available: https://www.amazon.it/Tanto-desiderato-cos%C3%AC-sei-nato/dp/B085K8N5LM/
Tanto desiderato, così sei nato!: Un libro per bambini nati grazie all'ovodonazione
by Enrico Ciolini and Verena Bottero
Language: Italian
Independently published, 2020.
42 p. : col. il.. ; cm.
ISBN: 9798622424618
Summary: Rivolgendosi a bambini dai 2 ai 6 anni, "Tanto desiderato, così sei nato!" aiuta i genitori, attraverso testi semplici e illustrazioni, a spiegare ai figli nati da ovodonazione il loro concepimento. Il libro contiene solo riferimenti reali e facilmente comprensibili dal giovane lettore: non è una favola, bensì la cronistoria del concepimento di un figlio: partendo dall'amore dei futuri genitori, passando per le lunghe attese tra speranze e delusioni e l'aiuto della medicina si arriva alla nascita del figlio tanto desiderato.
Available: https://www.amazon.it/Tanto-desiderato-cos%C3%AC-nato-allovodonazione/dp/B085KS1LPX
You Were Worth the Wait
by Stephanie Booe and Alex Booe
illus. by Aleksandra Szmidt
Language: English
Wisdom House Books, 2020.
26 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1734787201 ; 9781734787207
Summary: We wanted nothing more than to have a child of our own, but becoming pregnant took longer than we expected! Now, as we welcome you into the world, our sweet child, we realize why we needed to wait. We had so many lessons to learn so we could welcome you into this world and be prepared for what you'd teach us. This is an ode to you, our sweet babe, and the incredible person you will become.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1734787201
The Greatest Gift
by Sarah Boulerice and Skylar Boulerice
illus. by Inês da Fonseca
Language: English
Independently published, 2020.
24 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1709412135 ; 9781709412134
Summary: There is no question that however they come to us, our children are our greatest gifts. While awaiting their arrival, we can’t help but dream of our life with them and once they’re here, we could never imagine it without them. Just as every family is unique, so too can be the way they are formed. The one thing they all have in common is love. Love is what binds us and truly makes a family. As a surrogate mother twice baked, let me share a love letter to your child that I shared with mine when I first became a surrogate mother. As an experienced social worker that has worked with children and families, this will not be a lesson in biology or reproduction. Instead, this is a lesson of love, hope, and faith that shows how families come together in sometimes different ways, how your children can share in this excitement, and what part their mother plays in it all. No matter the journey, the ultimate gift is a precious new life - just as when they were born. Children are always more open, supportive, and accepting of changes in their environments when a dialogue is opened with love and simple explanations. With that being said, I truly hope that this story will help your child to embrace surrogacy with the same love that mine has.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1709412135
Eli's Baby Story
by Sonja Martin and Laura McMaster
Language: English
Tellwell Talent, 2020.
26 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 0228829976 ; 9780228829973
Summary: We are two families that worked together to expand one family. We, the authors, wanted the focus of this book to be about family growth, not just about surrogacy. We are individuals outside the LGBTQ2S+ community, and this book is from our perspective and a daughter's perspective. We wanted to ensure we were not speaking for other people. Our intention is that other families may enjoy and relate to this experience, or find commonalities with their own experience. Some families may find this to be a completely different experience from their own. Eli's baby story shows real people, blended families, natural parenting styles and above all, love.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0228829976
How Many People Does It Take To Make A Baby?: Amazing donors and surrogates can help build a family
by Kelly and John Sparry
illus. by Ursua Jameel
Language: English
Independently published, 2020.
24 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 9798621298142
Summary: Loving families are created in more than one way. Sometimes the parents-to-be need a little help from an egg or sperm donor or with the amazing gift of surrogacy. And many wonderful babies are brought into the world with help from more than one of these miracle methods. Gay or straight, black or white, parents of all sorts provide the most important ingredient that a baby will need to survive and thrive - love. This book shows a few of the ways that awesome families are built.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Many-People-Does-Take-Make/dp/B089TXG6S8
Karla plays house
by Pia Olsen and Karla Elena Olsen
illus. by Ina Korneliussen
Language: English
Available: https://citat.ebog.dk/
Welcome to the party
by Gabrielle Union
illus. by Ashley Evans
Language: English
New York, NY : Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2020].
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
ISBN: 9780062978615 ; 0062978616
Summary: "Inspired by the eagerly awaited birth of her daughter, Kaavia James Union Wade, ... author and ... actress Gabrielle Union pens a festive and universal love letter from parents to little ones, [meant to welcome] a baby to the party of life"--Publisher marketing
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Unti-GU-Picture-Book/dp/0062978616/
Papa, Daddy, and Riley
by Seamus Kirst
illus. by Devon Holzwarth
Language: English
[Washington, D.C.] : Magination Press, an imprint of the American Psychological Association, [2020].
32 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 9781433832390 ; 1433832399
Summary: Riley is Papa’s princess and Daddy’s dragon. She loves her two fathers! When Riley’s classmate asks her which dad is her real one, Riley is confused. She doesn’t want to have to pick one or the other.
Families are made of love in this heartwarming story that shows there are lots of ways to be part of one.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Papa-Daddy-Riley-Seamus-Kirst/dp/1433832399
Happy Together, a single mother by choice story
by Julie Marie
illus. by Ashley Lucas
Language: English
Happy Together Children's Book, 2020.
26 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1733357270 ; 9781733357272
Summary: Happy Together is a heartwarming book to help share the family building story with a young child. A story told through clear language and cheerful illustrations, readers will join Mommy bear on the journey to fulfill her greatest wish of becoming a parent. With help from a doctor and a donor, Mommy's dream came true and a baby was welcomed with great joy!
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Together-single-mother-choice/dp/1733357270
You Were Made For Me: Donating Family
by Sheri Sturniolo
illus. by Hannah Pak and Shay Larby
Language: English
Made For Me, 2020.
24 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1734440899 ; 9781734440898
Summary: Growing a family isn't always easy and sometimes mommies and daddies need a little help. With lots of love and help from a doctor, mommies and daddies put the pieces together to grow their family. When they know that their family is full and complete they can help other families to grow. The Donating Family version in the You Were Made For Me series tells a beautiful story about the gift of donation and how these unique families are connected. A lovely, rhyming story that will encourage communication and understanding of this family-building option.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/You-Were-Made-Me-Donating/dp/1734440899
The Gift of the Purple Ladybird
by Denée Sieburgh
Language: English
Independently published, 2020.
25 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 9798637046836
Summary: Inspired by the author's own personal journey through the emotional process of surrogacy. The Gift of the Purple Ladybird is a charming story that aims to help parents introduce the idea of surrogacy to their young children. Follow the Lovebirds on their journey to start a family. And, meet the purple ladybird who helps make their dreams a reality.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Purple-Ladybird-Den%C3%A9e-Sieburgh/dp/B0882J3XBG
No Matter What Happens : a story for children when secondary infertility happens
by Cathie Quillet
illus. by Jayden Ellsworth
Language: English
[S.l.] : Orange Hat Publishing, 2020.
20 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1645381374 ; 9781645381372
Summary: Secondary infertility can impact every member of the family. Join this family on their journey through secondary infertility and show your children that they can become brave while they wait for their younger siblings.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Matter-What-Happens-Secondary-Infertility/dp/1645381374
Wilma har to mammaer
by Lone Halvorsen and Maria Therese Olsen
illus. by Gina Snipp
Language: Norwegian
[Larvik] : LIV, 2015.
19 s. illustrations
ISBN: 9788283300192 ; 8283300199
Summary: Wilma er 4 år, hun går i barnehage, har en helt ordentlig kanin som ser ut som en løve, hun har blinkesko og elsker å danse med strutteskjørtet sitt. Hun bor i en helt vanlig, men allikevel litt annerledes familie. Wilma har nemlig ingen pappa, men hun har hun to mammaer, MamMaria og Mamma Lone. Nå skal Wilma bli storesøster. Det gleder hun seg til. Her får man svar på hvordan det er å ha to mammaer, og hvordan to mammaer egentlig kan lage en baby. Billedbok for førskolebarn/småskoletrinnet.
Available: https://www.ark.no/boker/Lone-Halvorsen-Wilma-har-to-mammaer-9788283300192
La storia di Ludy
by Susy Leva
Language: Italian
Narrativa Aracne, 2020.
52 p. : col. ill.
ISBN: 882553048X ; 9788825530483
Summary: The volume tells the story of an angel who became a child through surrogate motherhood since he had the desire to come into the world and have parents who loved him. Like every angel, he had chosen his parents and would do anything to be with them. His decision had been difficult, but the heart is not controlled. Mom had a sterility problem, but nothing had prevented Ludy from choosing her. For Ludy, love for life knows no bounds. Reading age: from 4 years.
Available: https://www.amazon.it/Ludys-story-Ediz-illustrata-Susy/dp/8825533136
Tanto desiderato, così sei nato!: Un libro per bambini nati grazie alla PMA
by Enrico Ciolini and Verena Bottero
Language: Italian
Independently published, 2020.
38 p. : col. ill.
ISBN: 9798622423888
Summary: Rivolgendosi a bambini dai 2 ai 6 anni, "Tanto desiderato, così sei nato!" aiuta i genitori, attraverso testi semplici e illustrazioni, a spiegare ai figli nati da procreazione medicalmente assistita il loro concepimento. Il libro contiene solo riferimenti reali e facilmente comprensibili dal giovane lettore: non è una favola, bensì la cronistoria del concepimento di un figlio: partendo dall'amore dei futuri genitori, passando per le lunghe attese tra speranze e delusioni e l'aiuto della medicina si arriva alla nascita del figlio tanto desiderato.
Available: https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B085KT97LT
Mommy and Me - How I Came to Be: A Mommy & Child Family Story
by Elizabeth R. Weiss
Language: English
Brave Bold Mamas, 2020.
24 p. : col ill.
ISBN: 1734330309 ; 9781734330304
Summary: A sweet and loving story for children about the Mommy & Child family structure, where a woman chooses to have a child on her own. Told by the main character - a young boy around 6 years old - the messages are age-appropriate and positive, delivered in a simple, straightforward fashion, as told from one child to another. Without needing to get into the details of anatomy and avoiding imprecise terminology and metaphors that may confuse children, the book introduces the concept of a donor with sensitivity and appreciation.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Mommy-Me-Child-Family-Story/dp/1734330309/
Making a baby : an inclusive guide to how every family begins
by Rachel Greener
illus. by Clare Owen
Language: English
London : Nosy Crow, 2020.
1 volume : illustrations ; 27 cm.
ISBN: 9781788008013 ; 1788008014
Summary: In this honest, accessible illustrated guide to how babies are made, young readers can find out exactly what is needed to grow a baby, from introducing the basic building blocks of life such as sperm and eggs, to explaining the different ways that these building blocks can be put together to create a family.
Available: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Making-Baby-Inclusive-Family-Begins/dp/1788008014
