Knocking Myself Up

In Knocking Myself Up, award-winning author Michelle Tea shares her irreverent and candid journey to motherhood as a 40-year-old queer woman facing the challenges of being uninsured. With humor and intimacy, she recounts her experiences with supportive friends, unconventional methods of conceiving, and navigating the complexities of fertility treatments, all while thoughtfully critiquing the systems involved. This deeply entertaining memoir celebrates the transformative power of love and family, highlighting the unique paths we take to create our own.