Random Families: Genetic Strangers, Sperm Donor Siblings, and the Creation of New Kin
by Rosanna Hertz, Margaret K. Nelson
In Random Families, sociologists Rosanna Hertz and Margaret K. Nelson explore the world of sperm donor siblings who form bonds as genetic strangers. The book reveals how these connections reshape family definitions, drawing on personal stories to illuminate the creation of new kin networks in the age of assisted reproduction.
About This Book
Random Families examines the relationships that emerge among individuals who share the same sperm donor, often discovering each other as genetic siblings later in life.
The authors investigate how these unexpected connections challenge traditional notions of kinship and family structure.
Through interviews and case studies, the book highlights the emotional and social dynamics of creating new familial ties outside biological parentage.
It addresses the broader implications for identity, belonging, and the evolving landscape of reproduction in contemporary society.
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