LGBT Pathways to Parenthood

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people who are parents, or who would like to become parents, have shared their personal experiences in a book of real-life stories. LGBT Pathways to Parenthood was compiled by Heather Walker for the Equality Network, in partnership with LGBT Youth Scotland, and the LGBT Centre for Health and Wellbeing in Edinburgh. It aims to meet a need for more case-study-led information, identified during workshops attended by LGBT people who want to become parents. The personal stories cover a range of LGBT parenting experiences, including insemination (whether through a clinic or at home), co-parenting, adoption and surrogacy. Notes about key aspects of parenting law in Scotland are also included.