Kim Bergman
American psychologist and surrogacy advocate
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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.
Surrogacy advocate
Kim Bergman | |
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| Occupations | 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 |
Career
Bergman began working in the surrogacy field in 1994. Prior to this she was a clinical psychologist.[1] In 1996, she closed her practice[2] and began work as a psychologist for Growing Generations,[3] where she is now a co-owner.[4] At Growing Generations, Bergman has been involved in more than 1700 surrogacies,[2] and has worked as an advocate for LGBTQ rights and civil rights legislation.[5] She has also discussed surrogacy issues in the media.[6][7]
Works
Kim Bergman's research has been published in journals including Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity[8] and the Journal of GLBT Family Studies.[9] Her book Your Future Family: The Essential Guide to Assisted Reproduction was published in 2019.[10][11][1] The book focuses on assisted reproduction issues and provides advice to prospective parents.[12][13]
Honors and awards
- 2019 Hostetter-Habib Family Award by the Family Equality Council.[14][15]
Personal life
Bergman and her wife Natalie have two daughters.[16]