Embark on an emotional and informative journey with Allie and Sam Conway, widely recognized as "Mommy and Other Mommy," as they share their transformative path to parenthood. How to Make a Baby is a comprehensive guide tailored for LGBTQ+ families trying to conceive, navigating artificial insemination, IVF, and other fertility options. This inspiring resource combines personal narratives with practical advice, offering a beacon of hope and guidance for those aspiring to build their own families.

From the first steps of lgbtq+ pregnancy to the joys and challenges of queer parenting, this book is an inclusive, science-backed resource for families of all kinds. Whether you’re navigating childbirth lgbt experiences, exploring lgbtq fertility options, or seeking support for lgbtq infertility, you’ll find answers, inspiration, and community within these pages. How to Make a Baby is written for parents, future parents, allies, and anyone curious about the evolving landscape of family.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• Real-life stories and expert insights on lgbtq+ families and parenting for queer people.
• Evidence-based guidance on lgbtq+ pregnancy, childbirth lgbt, and the unique paths to parenthood.
• Practical advice for overcoming lgbtq infertility and understanding lgbtq fertility treatments.
• Resources and support for lesbian family building, plus tips for navigating social and legal challenges.
• Affirming, accessible information on pregnancy and childbirth for lgbtq individuals and couples.

If you’re seeking a comprehensive, compassionate, and empowering guide to queer parenting and lgbtq+ families like It Starts with the Egg, Queer Conception, or Three Makes Baby, then How to Make a Baby is your must-have resource. Whether you’re starting your journey, expanding your family, or supporting loved ones, this book will help you navigate the big questions with confidence, knowledge, and pride.

“How to Make a Baby is a warm, honest, and empowering guide for LGBTQ+ families navigating the fertility journey. Allie and Sam share their personal experience with humor, heart, and clarity, making space for anyone who has ever felt like they didn’t quite belong in the fertility world. This book is the supportive friend and trusted resource we all need.”

—Dr. Aimee D. Eyvazzadeh, MPH, reproductive endocrinologist and host of The Egg Whisperer Show

“Allie and Sam not only share their beautiful path to becoming parents, but do so in a way that is equal parts informative and moving. A must-read for families trying to conceive and for those that want to see parts of their own story represented and reflected.”

—Rachael Lippincott, New York Times bestselling author of She Gets the Girl

“Open, frank, touching, and informative… Allie and Sam Conway are the perfect couple to write this groundbreaking book. Their journey is remarkable. I wish I’d had it when we went through IVF.”

—J.T. Ellison, New York Times bestselling author of It’s One of Us

We’re Allie and Sam, a same-sex couple who has been together for nearly a decade and our story starts on a dating app, like any modern love story. We started sharing our life online as a way to keep our families updated on our adventures around the globe together, but it quickly became a way to share much-needed queer representation; to showcase that a happy, full life is possible as an out and proud LGBTQ+ person. We have been blessed with an amazing, engaged online community over our more than six years of sharing our lives on the internet. We have also done public speaking engagements about various LGBTQ+ issues in schools, for non-profits, and for major brands. We live in Nova Scotia.