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portive of her decision. I understand their reservations, but the reality is a simple one: a baby is coming — time to get onboard. This child — our little June Bug — will be genetically 50% our niece, and some of us already love him fiercely. Our niece is ready for this grand challenge — physically, emotionally and financially.

The path to having a family isn’t always a traditional one or a simple one. Perhaps we could all be a little kinder to women navigating these complex waters, making difficult choices to create the families they’ve always dreamed of. Some roads to motherhood may look a little different, but they lead to the same destination: a child who is deeply wanted and profoundly loved.