tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3123382507455134752024-03-13T16:20:38.229-07:00Surrogacy BooksWelcome to our online store.
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Here you can buy surrogacy books by Jill Hancock Reeder as well as others. <br> More surrogacy books will be added soon.
Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers is Jill's first book and was illustrated by her 2 youngest children with a little help from Jill as well.
It was officially released 10/10/10.
You can contact the author at surrogacybooks@gmail.com <br> Please let us know if you'd like to add your book to our site. We'll gladly exchange links.Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-26857609217892701882014-02-07T07:01:00.002-08:002014-02-07T07:01:47.663-08:00#Book #Review The Baby Chase #surrogacy #bookI was contacted a few months ago to review a new surrogacy book. I was sent a free copy for review.<br />
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I have mentioned the book before in a giveaway <a href="http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/2013/11/black-friday-surrogacy-books-giveaway.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Read more about the book at <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Baby-Chase-Surrogacy-Transforming-ebook/dp/B00DA6XKF8/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_i" target="_blank">Amazon</a>.<br />
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I would give it 3 stars. * * *<br />
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I enjoyed it overall. It kept my attention and I wanted to keep reading, which is good. There are books that I haven't been able to finish.<br />
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My hangup? I didn't care for how it was written. The story itself, the couple's story, was interesting. Their surrogacy journey was interesting. Some of the facts about IVF, India, etc. were interesting. Some, not so much. And it seemed to me that these facts were randomly placed throughout the book. A few added to the story, but some subtracted and I just wanted to get back to <i>THE STORY</i>. I didn't even realize at first that the story was a true story. I think the fact that it was, made it more interesting and enjoyable.<br />
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I definitely felt for the couple's struggle with infertility. (I can somewhat relate as a surrogate myself, and going through things secondhand with different couples.<br />
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The book tells the story of Gerry and Rhonda Wile and their struggle with infertility. They come to be the first American couple to hire a surrogate through Surrogacy India. (a clinic/agency in India)<br />
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I am not a huge fan of surrogacy in India, from other things I've read. I don't necessarily agree with how their surrogates are viewed and treated. However, I am glad that this situation seemed positive for everyone and I came to have respect for the Drs and everyone involved. I did feel a connection to the story in a way, because I carried for a couple from India (living in the states) at one time and it was a good experience. I love how the Wiles really embraced India and it's culture.<br />
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I didn't care for how the book made surrogacy (surrogates even) in America to be all about the money. And I felt that the book over glorified surrogacy in India.<br />
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In the end, Gerry and Rhonda were blessed with 3 babies- a singleton and twins.The success and the emotions make it all worthwhile.Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-10422664111965087382013-11-29T10:23:00.001-08:002014-04-10T17:05:17.517-07:00Black Friday #Surrogacy Books Giveaway and Sale<h3>
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<b>From the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Crazy Love </i>comes a riveting new narrative about surrogate pregnancy from both sides of the equation—the parents and the gestational carrier.</b>Once considered a desperate, even morally suspect option, surrogacy is now sweeping headlines, transforming the lives of celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker, Nicole Kidman and Elton John, and changing the face of the American family. But how much do we really know about it? And is it really as easy and accessible – emotionally, financially, legally and physically – as magazines make it out to be? We often hear about successful outcomes, but little about the journey – about the precious hope that starts it all, the ups and downs of finding a surrogate, the heartache and obstacles, the risks and expenses at every step, or the unbelievable joy when years of determination pay off. In <i>The Baby Chase,</i> acclaimed writer Leslie Morgan Steiner weaves three stories together — of a nurse, a firefighter, and the Indian gestational carriers and doctors who helped them — to provide one intensely personal look at what makes surrogacy so controversial, fascinating, and in some cases, the only ray of hope for today's infertile parents-to-be.<br />
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Rhonda Wile and her husband Gerry struggled for years with infertility. With perseverance that shocked everyone around them, they tried every procedure and option available – unsuccessfully – until they finally decided to hire a surrogate. While surrogacy was being touted as a miracle for hopeful parents, for Rhonda and Gerry, it seemed an impossible and unaffordable dream. Until they came across the beaming smile of a beautiful Indian woman on the internet… and, within a few short months, embarked on a journey that would take them deep into the emerging world of Indian carriers, international medical tourism, and the global surrogacy community.<br />
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Moving, page-turning, and meticulously researched, this complex human story is paired with an examination of the issues—religious, legal, medical and emotional—that shapes surrogacy as a solution both imperfect and life-changing.<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Baby-Chase-Surrogacy-Transforming-ebook/dp/B00DA6XKF8/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_i">http://www.amazon.com/The-Baby-Chase-Surrogacy-Transforming-ebook/dp/B00DA6XKF8/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_i</a><br />
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Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-65163124836296728542013-04-26T14:29:00.000-07:002013-04-26T14:29:37.102-07:00Thank you Readers for supporting this Reeder I owe a lot to my fans and readers. (And by readers I mean of my book and of my blog, Twitter followers, Facebook friends and fans, etc.)<br />
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Yes, I've put a lot of time and effort into my book from writing to illustrating to editing to marketing to promoting. It's never ending.<br />
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<i>But you are what helps me get the word out. You are the ones referring and recommending my book to others. You are the ones buying my book and leaving me wonderful feedback.</i><br />
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I an amazed how far word of my book has spread. (Thanks to social media and all of you!)<br />
I recently received a book order from South Africa. I was told that my book was highly recommended to help explain surrogacy to children. Come to find out the recommendation was from a psychologist there. Wow! <br />
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I really got nervous before publishing my book. I was putting myself out there for all to see. I have been blessed with positive praise and feedback. Many parents have thanked me for such a useful tool to help their children understand surrogacy. Some of these parents are using my book to help their children understand their special story of how they came into this world. I have psychologists and doctors and lawyers who think my book is wonderful.<b> It astonishes me. I appreciate it all so much. I am deeply touched.</b><br />
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*If you don't know what book I'm talking about, it's Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers.<br />
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<br />Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-50960685184127588032013-04-15T16:27:00.000-07:002014-04-10T17:07:23.989-07:00Celebrating the 4th birthday of my surrotwins!<form action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post" target="_top">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have you ever wondered what is like to be a surrogate mom? Jill Hancock Reeder describes what it is like to be a "helper"- a stork if you will in children's terms. Jill has been a surrogate before. She knows what it is like. Illustrations for the book are created by none other than her own children! It is simply beautiful!</span><br />
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Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-27196734147042798622012-09-27T21:31:00.002-07:002012-09-27T21:31:15.232-07:00Please help- Surrogacy Fundraiser<br />
I have talked before about a wonderful story of a surrogate helping her brother and sister in law expand their family. <a href="http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/2012/06/surrogate-sisters-ultimate-gift.html">http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/2012/06/surrogate-sisters-ultimate-gift.html</a><br />
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Tiffany is pregnant with twins as a surrogate for her brother and his wife. She is currently 7 months along. They have been filming ongoing milestones for a documentary in progress. However, they are on borrowed time and borrowed equipment. They need help funding the rest of the documentary.<br />
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If you are a surrogate, intended parent, anyone within the infertility/fertility community or just someone with a big heart, I'm asking for your help. Please check out <i><a href="http://www.ultrasoundschoolsinfo.com/surrogacy-family/" target="_blank">this article about Tifanny and their documentary story and how you can help</a></i>. Please pass this on to anyone who may be interested and/or willing to help.<br />
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They have a good amount pledged, but it's not quite enough and unfortunately they will not receive any of the funds unless they reach their goal. Their goal is $58,500. They have so far raised $10,348. They have until Tuesday October 2nd 2:59 AM EDT. Every little bit does help, especially if we reach enough people. (With your help!)<br />
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I am offering to donate $10 to their project for every book sold (my children's book, <a href="http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com/p/synopsis.html" target="_blank">Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers</a>) before their deadline ends.<br />
If you are interested in helping me fund them by ordering a copy of my book, please <a href="http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com/p/book-orders.html" target="_blank">click here</a>. I can only donate the $10 if you pay immediately through Paypal. Please send me an e-mail after your order so I can keep track. (<a href="mailto:pepperbird@gmail.com">pepperbird@gmail.com</a>) Include "surrogacy fundraiser" in the subject.<br />
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Please help me spread this like wildfire. This would be a wonderful story to be told, a personal inside look at surrogacy in real life. This is an opportunity to see surrogacy in its beautiful light, as it should be. Too many people are uneducated about surrogacy and some people have made some negative comments including saying that this is incest. It is absolutely not. Let's educate people and let them see the beautiful truth.<br />
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Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-23838559808697288462012-05-29T22:48:00.000-07:002012-05-29T22:48:43.096-07:00Why I'm So Special: A Book About Surrogacy With Two DaddiesCarla Lewis-Long has done it again. She has written another awesome book about surrogacy.<br />
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Don't wait, <i>check it out Now</i>:<br />
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Also, a quick reminder that if you are an Intended Parent or Surrogate you can enter to <i><b>WIN a FREE copy</b></i> of <a href="http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com/">Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers</a>. Just let me know which you are.<br />
<i>Giveaway ENDS tomorrow, Friday October 21, 2011</i>.<br />
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~Jill @ Mormon SurrogateMormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-21068385691395363792011-10-10T14:11:00.000-07:002011-10-10T14:11:52.403-07:001 Year Anniversary for Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers1 Year ago today on 10/10/10, I released my very first book,<br />
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To celebrate, I will be doing a buy 2 get 1 free sale.(Order 2 online and I will send the 3rd free. I will also sign the books if requested and send stickers and bookmarks while supplies last)<br />
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My 2nd surrogacy book is still in progress.Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-25790282433071773282011-08-01T15:54:00.000-07:002011-08-07T19:51:04.338-07:00Happy Birthday to my sweet little surrobabyToday my first surrobaby turns 5. I am warmly flushed with feelings and memories. You can read all about her birth here: <a href="http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/2010/08/my-100th-post-4-years-ago-today-august.html">http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/2010/08/my-100th-post-4-years-ago-today-august.html</a><br />
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And of course my 1st book was written about her and my experience as a first time surrogate which can be purchased here: <a href="http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com/p/book-orders.html">http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com/p/book-orders.html</a><br />
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SAN DIEGO, March 9, 2011: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban caused quite a media stir a few weeks ago when they used “gestational carrier” to describe the woman who was the surrogate for their newborn daughter. First, the Australian media created a firestorm about their statement. Then commentary came from other critics who feel women are treated like commodities when they become surrogates and believe the term gestational carrier to be particularly degrading and emblematic of this perceived issue. <br />
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On the next episode of The Surrogacy Lawyer: Your Guide to IVF and Third Party Family Building Theresa Erickson, Esq., will be interviewing Jill Hancock Reeder and Melissa Buchanan, two surro-moms who have helped other men and women become parents via surrogacy. The program will air on Thursday, March 10 at 11AM PST/2PM EST on Voice America. They will be discussing what U.S. surrogates think of the controversy, what motivated them to become surrogates and how surrogacy has changed their lives.<br />
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Jill Hancock Reeder is the proud mom of three beautiful children and proud surro-mom to one girl and to twin boys. Jill writes a blog entitled the Mormon Surrogate (http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/) and wrote and recently published her first book, Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork’s Helpers, which her daughters helped illustrate. Melissa Buchanan is a single mother from the San Diego area who just gave birth two months ago to a baby boy for her first surrogacy.<br />
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“Those of us working in third party reproduction were surprised and a little shocked over the uproar caused by Nicole Kidman’s and Keith Urban’s use of gestational carrier,” says attorney Erickson. “And even though surrogacy is perhaps better understood and accepted in the United States, misconceptions about why women decide to become surro-moms still are very common. I’m confident that Jill and Melissa can help our listeners learn what surrogates think of this media flap, as well as about other critiques of the surrogate’s role in third party family building.”<br />
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About Theresa Erickson, Esq.<br />
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Ms. Erickson is the managing partner of Erickson Law and the founder and chair of Conceptual Options, The Surrogacy and Egg Donation Center. In addition, Ms. Erickson is the author of the newly released Surrogacy and Embryo, Sperm, &amp; Egg Donation: What Were You Thinking? Erickson was motivated to write her second book so she could educate potential intended parents, as well as the women who become surrogates and egg donors, about what all parties need to know if they are going to become involved in third party reproduction.<br />
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###Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-10238290748842907152011-03-07T12:27:00.000-08:002011-03-07T12:27:14.444-08:00Come listen to me this Thursday on The Surrogacy Lawyer Radio Program<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">Remember my last post? (on my personal blog) </span></b><a href="http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/2011/03/real-me-behind-computer.html">http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/2011/03/real-me-behind-computer.html</a><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"> </span></b></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">And how I told you I'd give you more details? Well here they are:</span></b></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">(This Thursday 3/10/11)</span></b></span></span></b></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><br />
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Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-6808511367350460282010-11-19T07:59:00.000-08:002010-11-24T08:36:17.763-08:00Book Sale and other Surrogacy gifts on sale LAST DAY for 15% off codeAs some of you know, I love designing. I have a few Cafepress shops where I sell surrogacy merchandise. (surrogacy shirts, mugs, clocks, journals, keepsake boxes, magnets, stickers, etc.) I have merchandise for the IP's as well as surrobabies and surrogate's own children. <br />
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I am going to add to that sale. If you buy any 3 of my t-shirt designs (or $35 in merchandise), I will send you my book for free!<br />
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<a href="http://www.cafepress.com/surrogatemade">www.cafepress.com/surrogatemade</a><br />
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surrogacy books, surrogacy gifts, surrogacy merchandise, gifts for intended parents, surrogacy gift sale, surrogacy book saleMormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-14263546301718149312010-11-18T10:54:00.000-08:002010-11-18T10:54:11.661-08:00Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's HelpersFor most of us, when we're sick or when something unexpected comes up, we can take a personal day from work. But what happens when the Stork gets sick? I mean, babies still need to be delivered, right?<br />
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That's why he inlisted special helpers, called Surrogates! Although surrogates can't carry babies in their mouths, they can still carry them in their bellies!<br />
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One special surrogate is Jill Hancock Reeder, who received that very important call back in 2005. Jill grew up in Utah, where she currently resides with her Navy hubby and high school sweatheart, along with their three beautiful young children. <br />
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Her husband was an avid blood donor, but Jill wanted to do something more. After contemplating egg donation, she came across the idea of surrogacy. With extensive research and help from another online surrogacy community, Jill was able to make her dreams come true, and help other families who weren't able to have children. In fact, not only is she surrogate mom to a little girl, but also to twin boys! To read more about Jill and her decision to become a surrogate, please visit her blog, at http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com<br />
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Jill was inspired to share her experiences as a surrogate in her new book, Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers. I received a copy, and thought it was a great story to be told, even though I have never been involved in surrogacy. It is told from the perspective of her children, from how they handled the experience to how they were involved. Jill even involved her children as her illustrators for the book and her father as her printer and consultant!<br />
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Jill has even designed merchandise for surrogates and intended parents, using unique phrases and sayings. My personal favorite is "I'm not the mom, I'm just the stork"---I think it would be a whole lot easier when talking to inquisitive passerbys that always want to talk about your pregnancy! You can see her entire collection at http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com<br />
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So if you've ever wondered what it would be like to be a surrogate mother, or to teach your children that there is more than one way to have a baby, this book would make a great addition to your bookshelf!<br />
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-Mary Ann O'Shea<br />
Director of Operations, CityMommy of NEPAMormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-26517592189664192852010-11-13T14:22:00.000-08:002010-11-13T14:26:23.880-08:00Synopsis and recent reviews Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's HelpersI just thought I'd say hi on here and do a quick video post about the synopsis and recent reviews.<br />
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<object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/5N4W-nBMKzc?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x402061&color2=0x9461ca"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/5N4W-nBMKzc?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x402061&color2=0x9461ca" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-69446232628422272392010-11-04T15:50:00.000-07:002010-11-14T11:49:30.069-08:00Book signing tomorrow 11/15/2010 4-6 PMCome meet the author Jill Hancock Reeder and get your own copy of Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers.<br />
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</tbody></table>Mormon Surrogate: I'm not the mom I'm just the storkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17095728532631870975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312338250745513475.post-90488637452980545242010-09-14T12:38:00.000-07:002010-09-20T10:41:46.972-07:00SynopsisOnce Upon A Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers<br />
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<span style="color: #000099;">Have you ever wondered what is like to be a surrogate mom? Jill Hancock Reeder describes what it is like to be a "helper"- a stork if you will in children's terms. Jill has been a surrogate before. She knows what it is like. Illustrations for the book are created by none other than her own children! It is simply beautiful!</span> <br />
<div><span class="ecxApple-style-span" style="color: #000099;"> If you or your children have ever wondered what is like to be a surrogate, I would highly recommend this book. You can catch a small glimpse of what it is like to be an incubator to someone who can't have any children of their own. You can teach your children there is more than one way to have children.</span></div><div><span class="ecxApple-style-span" style="color: #000099;"> And if you yourself are struggling to have children perhaps surrogacy might be the answer for you! </span></div><div></div><div><span style="color: #000099;">Snyopsis by <a href="http://oneclutteredbrain.blogspot.com/">Alexes Covington</a></span><br />
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