What Makes a Baby

"What Makes a Baby" by Cory Silverberg is an inclusive picture book that explains where babies come from without assuming any particular family structure, gender roles, or way of conceiving. Using simple, kid-friendly language and bright, abstract illustrations, it focuses on eggs, sperm, uteruses, and pregnancy in a way that works for adoptive, donor-conception, queer, and straight families alike. Parents appreciate the flexible wording and discussion guide, which let them tailor details to a child’s age and situation. It’s not a comprehensive puberty book, but as a first conversation starter that many families can see themselves in, it offers excellent value.