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Reading a sweet and educational story that explains your unique family situation is a great way to start a conversation on the topic. "Heather Has Two Mommies" is an example of a book that we recommend for families with donor-conceived kids. Reading this book is a way for your child to begin to understand other family structures, and that love is the most important thing about families.

Below a summary of what you can expect from this story book.

LGBTQ family - books for donor conceived children

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<h2>Summary: "Heather Has Two Mommies" by Leslea Newman</h2>

This children's book starts off with a cute introduction about Heather, and includes enjoyable illustrations created by Laura Cornell. At the beginning of this story, we find out how Heather's favorite number is two. It further explains how Heather has two legs, two arms and two pets. She even has two mommies!

When Heather goes to school for the first time, she is asked about her daddy and is asked to draw a picture of her family. She finds out that not everyone's drawing is the same and it's okay to not have a daddy. Heather's teacher goes on to explain to the class how it doesn't matter who makes up a family, but it matters that each of them loves one another.

The storyline is heartwarming and comforting. It will help children better understand their unique family tree at an early age. Stories like these make talking to your child about donor conception a whole lot easier, at an age appropriate level.

You can find a copy of this book on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Heather-Has-Mommies-Leslea-Newman/dp/0763690422/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Heather+Has+Two+Mommies&amp;qid=1554314762&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)">Amazon</a>. If you want more inspiration regarding books for <a href="/en-us/us-shop/client/about-sperm-and-eggs/donor-sperm/why-use-donor-sperm/single-mother-by-choice/">Single Mothers by Choice</a> or donor-conceived children, then follow the link to our blog post <a href="/en-us/us-shop/client/blog/6-books-for-single-mothers-by-choice--their-children/">6 books for single mothers</a> or our blog post <a href="/en-us/us-shop/client/blog/books-for-lgbtq-families/">book recommendations for LGBTQ+ families</a>.

<h3>Contact Cryos</h3>

Follow the link to read our advice on <a href="/en-us/us-shop/client/blog/how-to-talk-to-your-child-about-being-donor-conceived/">how to tell your child they are donor-conceived</a>.

Thinking about using a donor to create your family? Contact us to talk with a friendly Cryos Customer Care Coordinator.
Call us at (407) 203-1175 or email us at usa@cryosinternational.com. We also have a live online chat system you can access on our website.