Meet Mama Cow

Meet Mama Cow

Welcome to Mama Cow Big feelings. Little readers. Beautiful beginnings.

Mama Cow Has A Baby is a heartfelt board book for children ages 1–5 that gently introduces the idea that some families need a little help to grow. Whether through surrogacy, sperm donation, or other forms of assisted reproduction, Mama Cow celebrates how love makes a family—no matter how that family comes to be.

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Created by Lisa Proeber—a single mom by choice, former surrogate, and lifelong story-lover—Mama Cow uses simple rhymes, sweet farm animal characters, and cozy storytelling to open the door to big, important conversations with our tiniest humans.

A Book for Every Kind of Beginning

Whether you’re a parent, donor-conceived adult, surrogacy professional, or someone just starting their family journey, Mama Cow is here to help you share your story with the littlest hearts in your life.

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    Thoughtfully written for ages 1–5

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    Board book format (because sticky hands are a thing)

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    Inclusive, age-appropriate language

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    Lovable farm friends + gentle, memorable rhymes

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Where to Buy

Mama Cow Has a Baby will be launching in the fall of 2025. Want to carry Mama Cow in your store or clinic? Reach out—we love partnering with people who believe every family story deserves a spotlight.

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Meet the Author

Lisa Proeber is a single mom by choice to two boys and a former surrogate. Her journey to parenthood inspired her to create Mama Cow, a board book series that introduces little ones to the many ways families are made.

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