Are you or someone you know expecting? There are so many guides online, but we like this one because it is practical and gives advice for both first and second time parents. Click the link to explore The Bump's baby must haves (and don't needs)!
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Baby Registry Checklist Must-Haves
There are so many great non-traditional families books on the “shelves” today and we couldn’t be more excited about it.
“Mommy, Mama, and Me” is a great choice of you are looking to expand your family’s library. “From hide-and-seek to dress up, then bath time and a kiss goodnight, there’s no limit to what a loving family can do together.”
There are many ways to grow a family, especially today. We feel so fortunate to work with many surrogates and families as they embark on the surrogacy journey together.
Wondering which celebrities have used surrogates to grow their families? Click the article below!
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Kim Kardashian and More Celebs Who Used Surrogates
"The typical path to parenthood didn't work for David Jay, founder of the asexual movement. So he distend his own household--and is trying to show others what is possible."
Check out The Atlantic's article below to learn more about Jay and his three-parent family.
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The Rise of the 3-Parent Family
Tomorrow is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. 1 in 4 women will lose a baby during pregnancy, delivery or infancy. We encourage you to read the article below to learn more about how to support your loved ones facing pregnancy and infant loss tomorrow and throughout this month and the months ahead.
https://pregnancyafterlosssupport.org/support-bereaved-parent-pregnancy-infant-child-loss-awareness-month/
10 Ways to Support a Bereaved Parent during Pregnancy, Infant, and Child Loss Awareness Month
Do you have a friend or family member whose baby died? Maybe she took a healthy baby home and months later her son died tragically of SIDS. Or maybe he never got to meet his baby awake outside of the womb because his daughter was stillborn. Maybe you have a friend who suffered a miscarriage
10 Ways to Support a Bereaved Parent during Pregnancy, Infant, and Child Loss Awareness Month
Do you have a friend or family member whose baby died? Maybe she took a healthy baby home and months later her son died tragically of SIDS. Or maybe he never got to meet his baby awake outside of the womb because his daughter was stillborn. Maybe you have a friend who suffered a miscarriage
See more at
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Former President Ronald Reagan named October National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month . This month, we are called to remember the 870,000 babies that die each year through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death.
In an effort to acknowledge the many pregnancy and infant losses so many families have faced and will continue to face, we will be posting resources throughout the month.
Whether you are an Intended Parent, Surrogate, Gestational Carrier, or loved one of someone on a surrogacy journey, we encourage you to visit www.surrogate.com to read the site's 10 tips for surrogates. It is important for surrogate's to prioritize their mental and physical health throughout their pregnancy. Check out this article and many more by clicking the link.
https://surrogate.com/surrogates/pregnancy-and-health/10-tips-for-surrogates-to-have-a-health-pregnancy/
It’s Election Day. Why do we vote? What’s the reward?
“It’s literally the only way to be free and self-governing people.” Danielle Allen
An interesting webinar answering these questions and taking a look at voting during COVID-19 was presented by a group of powerhouse women leaders. Worth a watch.
https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2020/11/local-women-leaders-discuss-the-power-in-voting/
There are a number of wonderful blogs for Intended Parents, Surrogates, and families pursuing adoption. The Cutest Blog on the Block shared a post titled, "Infertility and Our Journey to a Forever Family" that we highly recommend reading if you or someone you know is facing infertility. Terry and Stephanie's story is inspiring, raw, and ultimately filled with joy and two beautiful children. You may read their story at http://ourjourneytoaforeverfamily.blogspot.com/ or on our website, www.koupallaw.com/news-n-articles.
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Infertility & Our Journey to a Forever Family
The New York Times "Legal Basics for L.G.B.T.Q. Parents" article offers valuable guidance for LGBTQ parents looking to start and/or grow a family. Click the link below to learn more about legal considerations, where to begin, and what options exist for you and your family (there are many to consider!).
https://www.nytimes.com/article/legal-basics-for-lgbtq-parents.html
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Legal Basics for L.G.B.T.Q. Parents
The New York Times tells one mother's story as she navigates whether to introduce her daughter to her half siblings after using a sperm donor. If you are interested in reading this family's story and learning more about how one mother navigated a dilemma many parents face, click the link below.
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I Used a Sperm Donor. Should I Introduce My Daughter to Her Half Siblings?
Tamara Jenkins' film, Private Life, tells the story of a 40-something couple trying to conceive. The film gives an honest depiction of a struggle many individuals and couples face. To read The Atlantic's article on the film, click below. Private Life can be found on Netflix.
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Netflix’s ‘Private Life’ Is Brutal, Honest, and Brilliant
Blogs can be a great resource for individuals and families navigating infertility. 'Pregnantish' is one of the blogs we recommend if you are looking for information, stories, advice, and/or a sense of community. To check out their site and some of their posts, click the link below:
https://pregnantish.com/
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Pregnantish
A 61-year-old Nebraskan woman has told of her joy after giving birth to her own grandchild, acting as the surrogate for her son and his husband.
To read, Cecile Eledge's unique surrogacy story, click the link below.
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-47780124
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Nebraska grandmother acts as surrogate for gay son
Click the link below to learn more about the CDC's stance on Vaccination Considerations for People who are Pregnant or Breastfeeding.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations/pregnancy.html
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COVID-19 and Your Health
Wondering what you should pack for the hospital or birthing center? For first time parents, this task can be especially overwhelming.
Click the link to read What To Expect's suggestions!
https://www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/checklist/hospital-packing.aspx
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Pregnancy Checklists: Your Hospital Bag
