Resources for infertility and family building
A curated collection of resources offering guidance and support through
infertility, donor conception, and the many paths to parenthood.
These resources may be helpful for individuals, couples, and families at many stages of the journey.
Books for adults
Carefully selected books that offer guidance and support through infertility, donor conception, and family building.
Unsung Lullabies by Janet Jaffe,PhD, Martha Diamond and David Diamond
Let's Talk About Egg Donation by Carole Lieber Wilkins, MFT & Marna Gatlin
Three Makes Baby by Jana Rupnow, LPC
It Starts with the Egg by Rebecca Fett
Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler
Not Broken by Dr. Lora Shahine
A Fertile Path by Janetti Marotta, PhD
Fighting Infertility by Samantha Busch
We Are Family by Susan Golombok
IVF Life - An Adult Coloring Book by Papeterie Bleu
IVF WTF - An Adult Coloring Book by MeMoments Creative
Infreakinfertility by Melanie Dale
Books for children
Thoughtfully chosen children's books that help explain family building, donor conception, and what makes a family, in an age-appropriate and loving way. These stories can be shared with children at different ages and revisited as conversations evolve.
Additional recommended books for children and families.
The Family Book by Todd Parr
What Makes a Family by Hannah Bruner
What is Family on Sesame Street by Sesame Street
The Secret Code Inside of You - all about your DNA by Rajani LaRocca
Genetics for Smart Kids by Carlos Pazos
Baby Biochemist - DNA by Cara Florance
What Makes a Baby by Cory Silverberg
Robo-Babies by Laura Gallagher
You Were Meant for Me by Sheri Sturniolo
To the Moon and Back for You by Emilia Serhant
Zak's Safari by Christy Tyner
Our Story by the Donor Conception Network
Telling and Talking by the Donor Conception Network
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Donor conceived organizations, podcasts, books and documentaries
Organizations, podcasts, books and documentaries providing support, resources, advocacy, and a voice for people who are donor conceived. These resources share meaningful perspectives from donor-conceived people. Their voices provide valuable insight and lived experience for families navigating donor conception.
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