Top Books About Becoming Surrogate Parents

The Ultimate Reading List: Embracing the Journey to Surrogate Parenthood

 

Introduction: Building Your Surrogacy Library

The journey to becoming a surrogate parent is filled with emotions, questions, and pivotal decisions. For those venturing on this path, an array of literature stands ready to guide you through. Our curated list below covers expert advice, heartwarming experiences, and the legal and emotional sides of surrogacy.

 

  1. Surrogacy 101: The Basics and Beyond

Title: “Successful Surrogacy: An Intended Parents’ Guide to a Rewarding Relationship With Their Surrogate Mother

Summary: This book, by Susan MZ Fuller, helps prospective parents navigate the entire surrogacy process, from finding a surrogate to building a lasting bond.

 

  1. Heartfelt Journeys: Personal Surrogacy Stories

Title: “Labor of Love: Gestational Surrogacy and the Work of Making Babies

Summary: Heather Jacobson delves into the personal stories of surrogate mothers and the intended parents they assist, illuminating the experiences and emotions involved.

 

  1. The Emotional Rollercoaster: Navigating Your Feelings

Title: “Surrogacy Was the Way: Twenty Intended Mothers Tell Their Stories

Summary: Compiled by Zara Griswold, this collection shares intimate stories of women who chose surrogacy as their path to motherhood, offering emotional and practical insights.

 

  1. Medical Marvels: The Science Behind Surrogacy

Title: “Everything Conceivable: How Assisted Reproduction Is Changing Our World

Summary: Liza Mundy offers an exploration of the medical and cultural impact of assisted reproduction, providing readers with an understanding of the science of surrogacy.

 

  1. Building Connections: Forming Relationships with Surrogates

Title: “Birthing a Mother: The Surrogate Body and the Pregnant Self

Summary: Elly Teman delves into the relationship between surrogates and intended mothers, providing insights on forming and nurturing these unique bonds.

 

  1. For Friends and Family: Supporting Loved Ones Through Surrogacy

Title: “The Baby Chase: How Surrogacy Is Transforming the American Family

Summary: By Leslie Morgan Steiner, this read offers a broader perspective on surrogacy in America, great for family and friends wishing to understand and support their loved ones’ choices.

 

A Journey of Love and Understanding

Embarking on the path of surrogate parenthood requires knowledge, understanding, and empathy. Equip yourself with the insights from these comprehensive books, and you’ll find clarity on this rewarding journey.

 

Sources:

“Successful Surrogacy: An Intended Parents’ Guide to a Rewarding Relationship With Their Surrogate Mother” by Susan MZ Fuller.

“Labor of Love: Gestational Surrogacy and the Work of Making Babies” by Heather Jacobson.

“Surrogacy Was the Way: Twenty Intended Mothers Tell Their Stories” by Zara Griswold.

“The New Surrogacy Parent: A Comprehensive Legal Guide for Parents and Surrogates” by Stephanie M. Caballero.

“Everything Conceivable: How Assisted Reproduction Is Changing Our World” by Liza Mundy.

“Birthing a Mother: The Surrogate Body and the Pregnant Self” by Elly Teman.

“The Baby Chase: How Surrogacy Is Transforming the American Family” by Leslie Morgan Steiner.

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