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Accident Quote by Faith Salie

“I've always wanted, notionally, to be a mother. And I was certain I would be, because everyone I know, gay or straight, married or single, rich or not so much, who truly wants to have a child figures out a way, some way, to have one - whether through adoption, fostering, surrogacy, fertility…” quote by Faith Salie
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“I've always wanted, notionally, to be a mother. And I was certain I would be, because everyone I know, gay or straight, married or single, rich or not so much, who truly wants to have a child figures out a way, some way, to have one - whether through adoption, fostering, surrogacy, fertility, accident, or persistence.”

Faith Salie

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Oprah Winfrey Show, 2015

Desire for parenthood transcends orientation and status; people find diverse paths to become parents.

In simple terms: People find many ways to become parents.

Key Takeaway

Explore all parenting options.

Themes

family determination inclusion

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

personal inspirational

When to use this quote

  • adoption
  • fostering
  • surrogacy
  • fertility treatments

Key Concepts

parenthood social barriers

Questions to Reflect On

  • What obstacles have you faced in your parenting journey?
  • How can society better support diverse families?
A Different Perspective

Societal pressures may complicate choices.

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