How We Do Family: From Adoption to Trans Pregnancy, What We Learned about Love and LGBTQ Parenthood by Trystan Reese– An inspiring memoir sharing the lives of Trystan and Biff as they grow their family through adoption and later pregnancy.
The Gender Trap. The Autobiography of Chris and Cathy, The First Transsexual Parents by Chris Johnson, Cathy Brown & Wendy Nelson– A memoir detailing the lives of Chris and Cathy Brown, a trans couple who conceived their own child in the late 70’s. Find article clippings about their lives on our Archive page.
Where’s the Mother? Stories from a Transgender Dad by Trevor MacDonald– A memoir by Trevor MacDonald detailing his experiences in pregnancy, as well as his tireless search for donor milk.
Labor of Love: The Story of One Man’s Extraordinary Pregnancy by Thomas Beatie– A memoir by Thomas Beatie, detailing his experiences in transition, romance, legal battles, and conception.
Trans Bodies, Trans Selves: A Resource for the Transgender Community by Laura Erickson-Schroth– A comprehensive guide detailing important trans issues such as race, religion, employment, relationships, sexuality, parenthood, and more.
Queer Conception: The Complete Fertility Guide for Queer and Trans Parents-to-Be by Kristin Kali– A trans-inclusive, body-positive guide in creating family through pregnancy.
Queer Nursing by Liesel Burisch– Created by and for queer and trans people, this book offers inclusive ways for both performing and supporting nursing.
Queer + Pregnant: A Pregnancy Journal by Mx. Jenna M Brown– Created by a queer doula, this journal offers opportunities for pregnant individuals to reflect on their pregnancy, conception story, and parenting intentions.