Kim Bergman Explained

Kim Bergman
Occupation:Clinical psychologist
Surrogacy advocate
Years Active:1994 to present
Known For:Co-owner of Growing Generations
Awards:Hostetter-Habib Family Award from the Family Equality Council

Kim Bergman is an American psychologist, author, and surrogacy advocate. Her book Your Future Family: The Essential Guide to Assisted Reproduction was published in 2019.

Career

Bergman began working in the surrogacy field in 1994. Prior to this she was a clinical psychologist. In 1996, she closed her practice[1] and began work as a psychologist for Growing Generations,[2] where she is now a co-owner.[3] At Growing Generations, Bergman has been involved in more than 1700 surrogacies, and has worked as an advocate for LGBTQ rights and civil rights legislation.[4] She has also discussed surrogacy issues in the media.[5] [6]

Works

Kim Bergman's research has been published in journals including Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity[7] and the Journal of GLBT Family Studies.[8] Her book Your Future Family: The Essential Guide to Assisted Reproduction was published in 2019.[9] [10] [11] The book focuses on assisted reproduction issues and provides advice to prospective parents.[12] [13]

Honors and awards

Personal life

Bergman and her wife Natalie have two daughters.[16]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: How a Trailblazer in Surrogacy and Sperm and Egg Donation Helped Thousands Become Parents. People Magazine.
  2. Book: Mundy, Liza. Everything Conceivable: How Assisted Reproduction Is Changing Our World. September 11, 2008. Anchor Books. 102. 9781400095377.
  3. News: A Basic Guide To The Complicated World Of Surrogacy . 14 March 2021 . HuffPost Canada . 5 June 2015 . en.
  4. Web site: Meet Kim Bergman of Growing Generations in Midtown and Museum Square - Voyage LA Magazine | LA City Guide. 22 May 2018 . Voyage LA.
  5. Web site: What it took for Kim, Kanye to have 2 babies via surrogate. 13 May 2019. New York Post.
  6. News: Here's What Everyone Gets Wrong About Gestational Surrogacy . 18 March 2021 . Parade Magazine . May 1, 2019.
  7. Web site: APA PsycNet.
  8. Gay Men Who Become Fathers via Surrogacy: The Transition to Parenthood. Kim. Bergman. Ritchie J.. Rubio. Robert-Jay. Green. Elena. Padrón. May 5, 2010. Journal of GLBT Family Studies. 6. 2. 111–141. 10.1080/15504281003704942. 54772645.
  9. News: Dodge . David . What to Know Before Your Surrogacy Journey . 18 March 2021 . The New York Times . April 17, 2020.
  10. News: Mazziotta . Julie . Baylis . Sheila . What You Need to Know if You're Considering Surrogacy . 18 March 2021 . People . February 7, 2019.
  11. Web site: Biggest Family Week in Provincetown history starts Saturday. K. C.. Myers. Wicked Local Provincetown.
  12. Web site: Author of new book on assisted reproduction hopes to empower soon-to-be LGBTQ parents - Gay Lesbian Bi Trans News Archive. 11 June 2019. Windy City Times.
  13. News: Lane . Cassandra . 'Your Future Family' Offers Advice For Parent Hopefuls . L.A. Parent . April 29, 2019.
  14. Web site: Family Equality Council to Honor Kim Bergman, Scott Ellis, Sergio Trujillo at May 6 New York Gala . Family Equality . March 26, 2019.
  15. Web site: Photo Flash: Broadway Stars Shine at NIGHT AT THE PIER Gala. BroadwayWorld.com.
  16. Web site: LGBTQ families are on the cusp of dramatic growth, and millennials lead the way. Susan. Miller. USA TODAY.

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