Every family has a story—and for families built through egg donation, surrogacy, or within the LGBTQIA+ community, that story is uniquely beautiful. One of the most meaningful gifts you can give your child is helping them understand where they came from and the love that brought them into the world.
Whether you’re just beginning to introduce these topics or looking for ways to continue the conversation as your child grows, age-appropriate books can be a powerful tool. Stories help normalize their experiences, celebrate their beginnings, and open the door for honest, ongoing dialogue.
To support you on this journey, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite children’s books across three helpful categories:
📘 Books to Help Explain Egg Donation
These gentle, heartwarming stories help explain the concept of egg donation in simple terms that young children can understand. They’re perfect for intended parents who want to begin sharing their child’s story from an early age.
📗 Books to Help Explain Surrogacy
Whether you’re a surrogate looking to explain your role or a parent ready to talk about how your child came to be, these recommendations offer inclusive, accessible ways to introduce the topic of surrogacy.
🌈 Books Celebrating Inclusivity and Same-Sex Parent Families
Representation matters. These stories shine a light on the beauty of diverse families—highlighting love, connection, and acceptance in families with two moms, two dads, or other LGBTQ+ identities.
No matter your path to parenthood, your story is worth telling. And these books help make it easier.
