Two Tiny Feet

Two Tiny Feet 

written and illustrated by Sara Hocking

Language: English 

Blurb, 2021. 

44 p. : col. ill. ; 20 x 25 cm. 

Summary: A story about two kings and their adventure through egg donation and surrogacy. Longing for a child the Kings meet some very important characters and together with love, patience, and heart, the kings' dreams finally come true. 

Available: https://au.blurb.com/b/10839863-two-tiny-feet

Emma: The Story of a Child, a Mom and a Sperm Donor

Emma: The Story of a Child, a Mom, and a Sperm Donor 

by Susan Romer 

Language: English 

Life Journey Press, 2020. 

20 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9781734759211

I knew I'd find you

I knew I'd find you 

written and illustrated by Stacey Anne Morgan 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021.

48 p. : col. ill. cm. 

ISBN: 9798751581084 

Summary: I knew I'd find you, is a beautiful rhyming children's picture book. It's not the normal IVF journey. Meet Petrie and Ivy, two tiny embryos on a really big adventure. A heartwarming book that is perfect for newborn babies, children, and adults alike. Perhaps this is the tale of how you were made? 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09K1WW82Z/

Miracle Star Above the Sky

Miracle Star Above the Sky 

by Julia Medina 

illus. by Izzy Bean 

Language: English 

Clovercroft Publishing, 2021. 

32 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1952025249 ; 9781952025242

Summary: Miracle Star Above the Sky is a touching poetic story for anyone who desires a child so immensely that they imagine having a miracle baby, one who fills them with wonder and joy. This desire translates to daily prayers to God and the universe to bring a blessed miracle into their lives. This little miracle has been a dream of theirs for a very long time…. Not only do they imagine this blessing, they envision their baby as if it’s already here and think of all the things they plan to do with their little bundle of joy. This book creates wonder with beautiful and sometimes humorous illustrations. It’s a book for adults and children alike to embrace and read together. It’s about the feeling of a wish fulfilled, the beauty and joy of holding this miracle close to their heart. Miracle Star Above The Sky is the perfect gift for baby showers, Mother’s Day, anyone struggling with infertility and/or for anyone who dreams of a child of their own. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1952025249/

Come Alive With Me Friend's

Come Alive With Me Friend's 

by Yvette Brown and Mariah Ashley 

illus. by Mykeisha Washington 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021. 

24 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9798507492244 

Summary: This Children's book is not just for children, it's for the moms and dads that prayed for having a baby. There are so many blessings in having a baby when the doctors tell you it will not be possible. Faith is a powerful tool for anything in life, if you believe in what you desire there is nothing that can hold you back! 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B099BVNV3S/

Patiently Waiting for Hope

Patiently Waiting for Hope 

by Arnold Henry 

illus. by Valeria Leonova 

Language: English 

Piton Books, 2020. 

42 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1999235312 ; 9781999235314 

Summary: A powerful and inspiring story of hope after miscarriage and infertility. Patiently Waiting for Hope is a story for children and parents about faith after miscarriage. Inspired by the scripture Romans 12:12, the journey follows a young boy as he experiences the challenges of becoming a big brother. When his wish upon a star isn't coming true, his parents take him on a spiritual path that introduces him to God and the power of prayers. Will his prayers be answered? It is the perfect gift for families experiencing the painful loss of a child or couples going through the difficulties of trying to conceive. The messages in the book along with its beautiful illustrations will encourage and uplift sibling relationships and disappointments with a spiritual reminder that God is in control. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1999235312/

Where Babies Come From

Where Babies Come From 

written and illustrated by Genea Fertility 

Language: English 

[Australia]: Genea Fertility 

Summary: Each day in hospitals, homes (and sometimes in cars) all over this great land of ours, 40 IVF babies are born. We believe these beautiful IVF bubs deserve to have their story told, a new story of how babies are made. So, we wrote a book for them – Where Babies Come From. Because IVF's super-duper common. It helps parents all the time. Their babies turn out perfectly, no second noses or blue slime.

Available: https://www.genea.com.au/resources/where-babies-come-from-book

Pappornas bebisresa

Pappornas bebisresa 

by Hedvig van Berlekom 

illus. by Adrian van Berlekom 

Language: Swedish 

[Sweden]: Idus Förlag, 2020. 

32 sidor illustrationer 

ISBN: 9189147626 ; 9789189147621 

Summary: Ett barn växer i magen. Max och Bo längtar. De får vänta länge. En vårdag är det äntligen dags för bebisen att komma ut. Följ med på resan från ett litet frö till en färdig bebis. En resa fylld av kärlek och nyfikenhet. 

Available: https://www.idusforlag.se/pappornas_bebisresa

Mammornas bebisresa

Mammornas bebisresa 

by Hedvig van Berlekom 

illus. by Adrian van Berlekom

Language: Swedish 

[Sweden]: Idus Förlag, 2018. 

32 sidor : illustrationer ; 22.5 cm. 

ISBN: 9175777576 ; 9789175777573

Summary: Ett barn växer i magen. Isa och Anna längtar. De får vänta länge. En kväll mitt i vintern är det äntligen dags för bebisen att komma ut. Följ med på resan från ett litet frö till en färdig bebis. En resa fylld av kärlek och nyfikenhet. 

Available: https://www.idusforlag.se/mammornas_bebisresa

Sharing Seeds: a donor sperm story for mummy and child

Sharing Seeds: a donor sperm story for mummy and child 

by J.R. Silver 

Language: English 

[England]: JR Silver, 2021. 

24 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1838225617 ; 9781838225612 

Summary: Sharing Seeds is a short illustrated book for parents and children (ages 3 and up), telling just one of the many blessed tales of much-loved children conceived via fertility treatment. This children's book focuses on a family's donor sperm journey, told in a traditional and light-hearted way, brought to life by some beautiful and colourful illustrations. The perfect book for parents to read to and with their children, whether conceived via sperm donor or otherwise, to sensitively introduce to youngsters the diverse origins of some very special fertility conceived children.

Available: https://www.amazon.com/Sharing-Seeds-donor-sperm-story/dp/1838225617/

Madre en solitario: Tenías que ser tú (Single Mother: It had to be you)

Madre en solitario: Tenías que ser tú (Single Mother: It had to be you) 

by Olga Junyent García 

illus. by Bernadette Cuxart 

Languages: Spanish and English 

[Spain]: Gunis Media S.L., 2021. 

48 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 8418383836 ; 9788418383830

Summary: Actualmente, en el mundo hay más de ocho millones de niños que han sido concebidos con la ayuda de alguna técnica de reproducción asistida, a causa del aumento de los problemas de infertilidad y el número creciente de familias monoparentales o formadas por parejas del mismo sexo. Muchas veces, los padres y madres que han recurrido a la reproducción asistida no saben cómo explicárselo a sus hijos o hijas. Además, a menudo dudan sobre cuál es el mejor momento y edad para decírselo a los pequeños. En este contexto, Tenías que ser tú es un gran recurso para dar a conocer a los hijos, de una manera natural y divertida, pero al mismo tiempo realista, cómo han sido concebidos y cuáles son sus orígenes. Así mismo, acerca a todos los niños la realidad de la diversidad familiar y les hace comprender el papel clave de la reproducción asistida para muchas familias. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/8418383836/

When you came into my life

When you came into my life 

by Tracey Lawrence and Kerry Hearsey

illus. by Sean Webster 

Language: English 

England: Nielson, 2021. 

25 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1913409414 ; 9781913409418

Summary: Join Dad as he explains about his IVF journey and the birth of the most special part of his life...you! 

Available: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1913409414/

When you came into our lives

When you came into our lives 

by Tracey Lawrence and Kerry Hearsey

illus. by Sean Webster 

Language: English 

Nielson, 2021. 

25 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1913409430 ; 9781913409432

Summary: Join Mum and Mama as they explain about their IVF journey and the birth of the most special part of their lives...you! 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1913409430/

When you came into my life

When you came into my life 

by Tracey Lawrence and Kerry Hearsey

 illus. by Sean Webster 

Language: English 

Nielson, 2021. 

25 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1913409422 ; 9781913409425

Summary: Join Mum as she explains about her IVF journey and the birth of the most special part of her life...you! 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1913409422/

How Nova Got The Star in Her Eye

How Nova Got The Star in Her Eye 

by Eve Horne and Lucy Telfer 

illus. by Chuileng Muivah 

Language: English 

England: Monster Publishing Limited, 2021. 

28 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1919606459 ; 9781919606453

Summary: Lucy and Eve wanted to share their story to support parents and help educate and raise awareness for interracial, same-sex parents. The book is an informative but fun story of how two same-sex parents have a baby. Lucy and Eve are passionate about reading, normalizing diversity and believe that this book can help educate ALL families and help young children embrace diversity. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1919606459/

The Journey to You: An Egg Donation Story

The Journey to You: An Egg Donation Story 

by Natalie Hart 

illus. by Jess Bircham 

Language: English 

Australia: Natalie Hart 

p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

Summary: A beautifully illustrated children’s book about donor conception, using rhyme to explain this in a fun & easy way for your kids!

Available: https://www.thejourneytoyouchildrensbook.com/

You Came From My Heart

You Came From My Heart 

by Brenlee Coates 

illus. by Roberta Landreth 

Language: English 

Canada: Friesen Press, 2021. 

36 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1039121543 ; 9781039121546

Summary: When people ask, you can tell them: you're from your momma's tummy, but you came from both our hearts. Where do babies come from? The answer is a little different for families with two moms. This book follows the story of a little one's life from where she started - her mommas' hearts. Through adventures, friendship and love, her parents learned a bigger way to think about family - and we think all readers will end up feeling the same. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/You-Came-Heart-Brenlee-Coates/dp/1039121543

The Making of You: A Donation Story

The Making of You: A Donation Story 

by Polly Purple 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021. 

41 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9798731345163 

Summary: You’ve been through a lot. I know because I went through a lot. When tough events have come upon me in life, I have always found insight and comfort in the pages of a book. I made this book because I wanted to celebrate the generosity, teamwork, and love that brought my kids into being. I wanted to make a book that felt beautiful and even a touch magical. I hope you find some sense of these qualities in these pages. Warm wishes to you and your beautiful family, Xx Polly. Talking to our children about their donor-assisted conception is proven to be key in their acceptance and understanding of how they came to be. Here is a book that brings joy and celebration to the assisted conception process while sparking conversation to help your child understand their own unique story. Reading this with your family will: Give a light voice to your heavy experiences, Create a sense of joy through the softly colored and charming illustrations, Normalise the many ways a family can look, Combine infertility with the broader picture of baby-making such as family composition, sex, and birth, Give you space to elaborate on your story as you see fit. Help your child to understand their story is special and private. This book is focused on medically assisted procedures involving donated sperm and eggs. Surrogacy is not covered in this version. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B093B22NQM/

The Wonderful Way You Were Made

The Wonderful Way You Were Made 

by Barbie Termini 

illus. by Samantha Cucci 

Language: English 

Barbie Termini, 2021. 

20 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 0578887037 ; 9780578887036

Summary: The Wonderful Way You Were Made is a story about hope, loss and love. Sometimes you need a whole lot of love and a little bit of science. IVF (In vitro Fertilization) can be a scary and taboo subject. This true story is child friendly and gives parents a simple way to talk to their children about the different way a family can be created.

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0578887037/

When you came into our lives

When you came into our lives 

by Tracey Lawrence and Kerry Hearsey

illus. by Sean Webster 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021. 

25 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9798748175708 

Summary: Join Dad and Daddy as they explain about their IVF journey and the birth of the most special part of their lives...you! 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09422NL98/

When He Asks (When Children Ask)

When He Asks (When Children Ask) 

by Anna Hall 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021. 

32 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9798749998788 

Summary: When He Asks celebrates open communication about the heartfelt connection between mother and child. This beautiful picture book was inspired by families who overcame infertility and serves as a wonderful illustration of motherly love for children created both naturally and through medical intervention.

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0948JTFSQ/

Wish, Miracle, Me!: A Modern Family Love Poem for Donor-Conceived Children

Wish, Miracle, Me!: A Modern Family Love Poem for Donor-Conceived Children 

by Lindsey Coad 

illus. by Kim MacPherson 

Language: English 

Tellwell Talent, 2021. 

38 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 0228832209 ; 9780228832201

Summary: Follow Harvey as she takes us on her journey of being a donor-conceived person who started as a wish in her solo mama's heart. This artistic teen shares her happy milestones of childhood, including her modern family tree - complete with her donor and donor siblings. How does she thrive in her beautiful life while also holding a tender hope in her heart to one day meet the person who is so perfectly a part of her? Find out how Harvey embraces the story she was born into with a blend of self-love, curiosity, vulnerability, and courage that's as unique as her conception. Wish, Miracle, Me! invites you and your child into an affirming conversation about family, identity, belonging, and resiliency.

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0228832209/

For You: An IVF Baby

For You: An IVF Baby 

by Alexandra Zamora 

illus. by Natali Waters 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021. 

32 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9798749326970 

Summary: "For You" is a great story to help introduce IVF and demonstrates the love of a parent. Families who have conceived via IVF may relate to the many emotions, fears and hope read throughout the story. "For You" includes simple boho nursery style illustrations. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B094LC6KL7/

Die Glockenelfen: Einfühlsame Elfen-Geschichte über unerfüllten Kinderwunsch und Familiengründung

Die Glockenelfen: Einfühlsame Elfen-Geschichte über unerfüllten Kinderwunsch und Familiengründung 

by Gabi Deeg 

illus. by Friedericke Ablang 

Language: German 

Windy Verlag GmbH, 2021. 

32 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 3948417083 ; 9783948417086

Summary: Über Familiengründung sprechen: ein Elfen-Paar und ein unerfüllter Kinderwunsch In einem fernen Land leben die Glockenelfen, die aus Blumenkelchen geboren werden. Auch die Glockenelfe Firella und ihr Mann Amander wünschen sich ein kleines Baby. Deshalb kommen beide in der Abenddämmerung in ihren geheimen Garten, um eine der vielen Glockenblumen-Blüten zum Leuchten zu bringen. Doch das will einfach nicht gelingen und das Elfen-Paar wird immer trauriger. Als ein kleiner Vogel unerwartete Hilfe anbietet, machen sie sich auf einen langen Weg, um eine ungewöhnliche Idee umzusetzen: Eine Blume mit Vogelgesang im Garten einer anderen Glockenelfe zu erleuchten! Einfühlsam und mit vielen Metaphern aus der Elfenwelt erzählt Gabi Deeg im Kinderbuch „Die Glockenelfen“ von den liebevollen Bemühungen eines Paares auf ihrem Weg zum erfüllten Kinderwunsch. - Thema „Kinderwunsch“ feinfühlig und poetisch verpackt als Elfengeschichte - Künstliche Befruchtung & Co: Einfühlsam über Familienformen und ihre Entstehung sprechen - Liebe und Mut: Bestärkt darin, niemals aufzugeben, Hilfe anzunehmen und ungewöhnliche Wege auszuprobieren - Elfen und Blumen: mit farbenfrohen Illustrationen von Friederike Ablang - Kreativ erzählte Aufklärungsgeschichte zum Vorlesen für Kinder ab 4 Jahren - Auch für Geschwisterkinder und solche, die bald große Schwester oder Bruder werden Von Blumen, Vögeln & Gesang: ein Aufklärungsbuch als poetische Elfen-Fabel Nicht nur das sensible Thema „Kinderwunsch“ wird in dieser Elfengeschichten bildhaft und altersgerecht erklärt. Auch auf die Frage „Wo komme ich her?“ weiß die Fabel Antwort und geht dabei ganz behutsam auf künstliche Befruchtung, Eizellenspende & Co. ein. So gelingt Eltern in allen Lebenssituationen eine aufgeschlossene und liebevolle Aufklärung!

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/3948417083/

My Momma Helps Build Families: Teaching Kids About Being a Gestational Carrier

My Momma Helps Build Families: Teaching Kids About Being a Gestational Carrier 

written and illustrated by Felicia Anderson

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021. 

24 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9798508101589 

Summary: Teaching kids how families can be created. Families are created in so many ways and there are so many ways individuals help. One way is for a woman to use her uterus as a Gestational Carrier, to help another family grow their baby. This isn't always easy to explain to kids. I have found the easiest way for a child to understand this is to say "I'm growing your new friend". I put this together through the experience of being a carrier while raising my 3 small children ages 2-7 years old, who know lovingly talk to their new friend and eagerly awaiting meeting their friend. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B095GDFGJQ/

Bella's Family Tree

Bella's Family Tree 

by Tamara Tobias 

illus. by Isabel Klein 

Language: English 

Bella Books, 2021. 

34 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 0578907569 ; 9780578907567

Summary: Bella learns about alternative families and the many ways family units can be formed through adoption, fostering, grand-parenting, same-sex parenting, co-parenting, and those who use egg, sperm, or embryo donation to build their family. Bella runs off the school bus with her new family tree assignment in hand. She's excited to tell everyone how she has a tummy mommy and her adoptive mom. But first, rambunctious Bella wants to play outside and swing on her tree. Due to an oopsie after not listening to her mother, Bella finds herself with some unexpected extra time to work on her project. When Bella and her mother start working together on her family tree, Bella learns all about the different ways families can come together. Some children, like Bella, are adopted, others are raised by their grandparents or foster parents. Some children have two moms, and some have two dads. Some families may need help from a special person who donates eggs, sperm, or embryos. Bella realizes the one thing they all have in common is love. This book offers simple descriptions even the smallest child can understand about the different ways families can come together and the one thing they all have in common is Love. 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0578907569/

Simon and Steven's Special Surprise

Simon and Steven's Special Surprise 

by Sarah Morrish and Kathryn Morrish 

illus. by Kathryn Morrish 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2019. 

24 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 1693566559; 9781693566554 

Summary: Written by a mother-daughter duo, Simon and Steven's Special Surprise is based on the real-life tale of two male penguins who wanted to have a baby for themselves. Featuring beautiful watercolour illustrations, this book is a simple and accessible way of teaching children all about sharing, community, and equality. Join Simon and Steven as they search for an egg of their own! 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1693566559/

The Pea That Was Me: An Egg and Sperm Donation Story

The Pea That Was Me: An Egg and Sperm Donation Story 

written and illustrated by Kimberly Kluger-Bell 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021. 

28 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9798502195379 

Summary: Introduce your child to the wonderful way they came into the world with the latest version of The Pea That Was Me: An Egg and Sperm Donation Story--tailor-made for heterosexual couples who used double donation to have their special children. Whimsical and fun, the book emphasizes how much your child was wanted and how grateful you are to the special helper donors who made your dreams come true! 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09765D4Z9/

A Little Pain, A Miracle to Gain: Twins Edition

A Little Pain, A Miracle to Gain: Twins Edition 

by Leonie Tran 

Language: English 

Independently published, 2021. 

30 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 

ISBN: 9798478648893 

Summary: A children's book about an IVF (in vitro fertilization) journey inspired by the author's own personal journey. The author wrote the original "A Little Pain, A Miracle to Gain" as she was in the middle of her IVF journey prior to getting pregnant. When she found out she was pregnant with twins, she knew she had to make a twins edition for her, her children, and for anyone else who had two miracles instead of one via IVF! 

Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09GJM8LDW/