Podcasts about donor eggs

Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, we explore the journey of using donor eggs to build a family. Dr. Mark Amols takes us through the reasons why donor eggs might be needed, from age-related fertility challenges to medical conditions like chemotherapy, and even in cases for same-sex male couples.We dive into the emotional aspects of choosing donor eggs, what to consider when selecting a donor, and the differences between fresh and frozen eggs. You'll learn about the full process—from finding a donor to fertilizing and transferring the embryos—and the important role that legal, financial, and psychological considerations play in this life-changing decision.Whether you're exploring donor eggs as an option, supporting someone in their fertility journey, or simply curious about the process, this episode provides both practical insights and compassionate guidance.Join us as we uncover the science behind donor eggs and the hope they offer to people looking to build their families.Key Topics:Why some people need donor eggsFresh vs. frozen donor eggs: Which is right for you?The step-by-step process of using donor eggs in IVFEmotional, financial, and legal considerationsThe role of epigenetics and how the environment shapes your babyTips for choosing the right donor and navigating the journey with confidenceTune in to learn how donor eggs are providing new hope and possibilities for many on their path to parenthood.Tiny Expeditions - A Podcast about Genetics, DNA and InheritanceExplore the exciting world of genetics in an easy-to-understand way with Tiny Expeditions.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyThanks for tuning in to another episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday' with Dr. Mark Amols. If you found this episode insightful, please share it with friends and family who might benefit from our discussion. Remember, your feedback is invaluable to us – leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred listening platform. Stay connected with us for updates and fertility tips – follow us on Facebook. For more resources and information, visit our website at www.NewDirectionFertility.com. Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at TBFT@NewDirectionFertility.com. Join us next Tuesday for more discussions on fertility, where we blend medical expertise with a touch of humor to make complex topics accessible and engaging. Until then, keep the conversation going and remember: understanding your fertility is a journey we're on together.

Emily Patel is the founder of Hopeful Mama Foundation, and she joins us to talk all about her own path to parenthood. Having been diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure at just 25 years old, Emily talks us through every part of her journey, including how because of her own experiences, she now devotes her life to supporting other 'hopeful mamas'.@emilympatelRequest your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com.Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!Join our fertility community Facebook group, IVF Unfiltered: the truth behind treatment here.

Today, I'm excited to be talking to Dr. Diane Tober about egg and sperm donation, and the making of modern families. Diane has done an inspiring amount of research about all things egg and sperm donor, and I'm delighted she's sharing her wealth of knowledge with us. In this episode, we talk about: - what to look for when considering donor eggs and sperm (including what's really important vs what people think is important) - why keeping donation open is best for everyone involved - how egg and sperm donation has changed since the 1990s when she began studying donation - Diane's book, "Romancing the Sperm," and her upcoming movie, "The Perfect Donor"   Thank you so much for joining me Diane!    Read the full show notes and transcript on Dr. Aimee's website.   Find Dr. Diane Tober online at her website, here.   Subscribe to this podcast by clicking here. Would you like to learn about Egg Freezing or IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for next IVF and The Egg Freezing Class. The next live class call is on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain Egg Freezing and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

On today's episode, Ali is talking to Emily Patel, founder of Hopeful Mama Foundation, about her family building journey, years of struggles, and finally having her two daughters. Emily talks about having hot flashes and night sweats at the age of 16, being put on birth control, and later learning that she had premature ovarian failure/early menopause. She also talks about having a doctor with terrible bedside manner, who told her, "Well, you're never gonna have a kid," and later, how going through a private adoption process ended in devastation. She talks about how infertility and the failed adoption lead to the end of her first marriage; finding love again; embarking on the donor egg route; and finally having her two daughters. Emily also talks about creating Hopeful Mama Foundation, which supports women on their infertility journey through financial grants, educational workshops and support groups.TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:Premature ovarian failure; early menopause; marriage issues; divorce; adoption; donor eggs; IVF; IVF transfers; pregnancy after loss and infertility; financial grants for IVF and ART For more, go to https://hopefulmamafoundation.org/EPISODE SPONSORS:WORK OF ARTAli's Children's Book about IVF and Assisted Reproductive Technologyhttps://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksDo not miss Ali's children's book about IVF! It's been getting rave reviews. “Work of ART” is the story of an IVF kiddo the day he learns he is a “work of ART” (born via IVF and ART). For young readers 4-8. Hardcover. Written by Ali Prato; Illustrated by Federico Bonifacini.Personalized and non-personalized versions are available. Order yours now at https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksFor bulk orders of 10 or more books at 20% off, go to https://www.infertileafgroup.com/bulk-order-requestFERTILITY RALLYIG: @fertilityrallywww.fertilityrally.comNo one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 5 to 6 support groups per week, three private Facebook groups, tons of curated IRL and virtual events, and an entire community of more than 500 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey.Join today at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at www.fertilityrally.com/membershipSAVE $40 on an annual membership with code RALLY2024NATALISTwww.natalist.comNatalist is on a mission to improve your fertility journey with evidence-backed essentials to support your needs, from vegan prenatal packets to easy-to-use, plastic-neutral ovulation tests and fertility-friendly lube. Natalist is offering my community 25% off your first order at Natalist.com with promo code INFERTILEAF.RECEPTIVA DXhttps://receptivadx.com/ReceptivaDx is the singular test capable of identifying endometriosis,progesterone resistance, and endometritis in one comprehensive analysis. These conditions are often the hidden culprits behind unexplained infertility, directly impacting the success rates of IVF treatments. Ask for the Receptvia DX test today, and use code INFERTILEAF24 for $75 off.Support this podcast at https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Fertility 101 Series, because there's no shortage of daunting terms to keep your mind running, is a quick and dirty breakdown on a specific topic with insights from a fertility expert.  In this episode, we dive into the detailed process of egg donation and its profound implications for families with Aisha Lewis, President of Everie, a known donor egg program.  Aisha discusses the steps involved on both ends of the egg donation process, from the pivotal choices donors can make surrounding their anonymity and the meticulous screening process donors undergo, to the legal considerations that ensure clarity and protection for all parties involved.  Join us as we unravel the complexities of egg donation, the different considerations, and how patients and donors can be empowered in their decisions.   Guest: Aisha Lewis, Everie  Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny  For more information, visit Progyny's Podcast page and Progyny's Education page for more resources. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, @ThisisInfertilityPodcast and use the #ThisisInfertility. Have a question, comment, or want to share your story? Email us at thisisinfertility@progyny.com.   This episode is also a video: https://youtu.be/_Wh0UdTfnrU 

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On this episode of Talking Away The Taboo, Jen Blumenfeld joins Aimee Baron, MD to talk about... -the story of her 3 beautiful children, some of whom came into this world through donor eggs (you'll have to listen to find out which ones!) -longing for a child and having multiple failed cycles -how Jen and her husband came to considering donor eggs -Jen's relationship with her donor, unlike an anonymous donor, Jen knew her donor, which made the decision so much easier for her -building her family with the help of science and a modern-day miracle -the idea of epigenetics - what comes from your biology, what comes from your environment -parenting *all* her children and ensuring they get the love and attention they need More about Jen: Jen Blumenfeld lives in Oakland, California, with her husband, three daughters, and their energetic 12-year-old doodle puppy. A Bay Area native, Jen has always been deeply engaged in the Jewish community, consistently contributing as a lay leader. From helping establish the Mission Minyan nineteen years ago to serving on membership and outreach committees at her synagogue, and leading parent committees at her children's schools, Jen dedicates her free time to building and nurturing Jewish community. Jen has a background in fashion, retail, and e-commerce. For the past three years, she has been a stay-at-home mom to her three girls. Jen has served on the Hasidah board for the past seven years, where she is passionately committed to normalizing infertility in all its forms and assisting couples in their journey to parenthood. Having experienced the pain of infertility herself, Jen understands the significant financial burdens and socio-emotional challenges it presents. Being a recipient of donor eggs, she deeply believes that helping someone become a parent is the greatest gift one can offer. Connect with us: -Check out our Website - Follow us on Instagram and send us a message -Watch our TikToks -Follow us on Facebook -Watch us on YouTube -Connect with us on LinkedIn  

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," Dr. Mark Amols dives into the complex and often misunderstood topic of getting pregnant at age 45 and beyond. With increasing portrayals of older women achieving pregnancy in the media and anecdotal success stories from friends and celebrities, many women over 45 wonder if they too can conceive naturally or through fertility treatments.Dr. Amols explores the harsh realities and statistical challenges faced by women in this age group, shedding light on why natural conception rates drop significantly and the limited success of IVF using their own eggs. He discusses the ethical dilemmas fertility doctors encounter, such as the inability to disclose when a patient's friend has used donor eggs, and the emotional toll on women who are misled by these misconceptions.Listeners will gain a clear understanding of the probability and limitations of achieving pregnancy at an advanced maternal age, the role of donor eggs, and why multiple IVF cycles may be necessary but often unrealistic. Dr. Amols also addresses the importance of setting realistic expectations and the potential benefits of considering donor eggs for women over 45.Tune in for an honest and insightful discussion aimed at demystifying the myths and presenting the scientific truths about pregnancy after 45. Whether you're considering fertility options at an older age or know someone who is, this episode offers valuable information and compassionate advice.Thanks for tuning in to another episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday' with Dr. Mark Amols. If you found this episode insightful, please share it with friends and family who might benefit from our discussion. Remember, your feedback is invaluable to us – leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred listening platform. Stay connected with us for updates and fertility tips – follow us on Facebook. For more resources and information, visit our website at www.NewDirectionFertility.com. Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at TBFT@NewDirectionFertility.com. Join us next Tuesday for more discussions on fertility, where we blend medical expertise with a touch of humor to make complex topics accessible and engaging. Until then, keep the conversation going and remember: understanding your fertility is a journey we're on together.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode we hear about Steph's journey from her initial connection with the coaching service Donor Egg Mama to joining the Donor Egg Pathway membership program and preparing to give birth to twin babies.Steph shares the emotional and mental challenges faced, including fears around weight stigma and BMI in the medical field.Importance of finding supportive and inclusive medical professionals.Steph's transition from IVF with her own eggs to donor egg IVF after an unsuccessful first round.How coaching and support helped Steph navigate her donor egg journey, build resilience, and maintain a positive mindset.The significance of connecting with the spiritual and emotional aspects of motherhood through visualization and meditation practices.Steph's experience with the donor egg journey, overcoming initial fears, and embracing the reality of becoming a mother.Importance of advocacy and finding the right support system, including joining groups and building connections with others on the same journey.Steph's personal breakthrough moments and the role of specific strategies like journaling and the "calm, confident, and in control" meditation.Final thoughts and advice for other women considering donor egg IVF, emphasizing the importance of support, coaching, and the belief in one's deservingness to visualize a future as a mother.Resources Mentioned:Donor Egg Mama Membership ProgramFind out more about the 6 week Coaching Program starting 1st August 2024Freedom Fertility Formula"Calm, Confident, and in Control" MeditationContact Information:Adele O'Connor - Fertility Coach and Hynotherapistwww.donoreggmama.comhello@donoreggmama.com@donoreggmamaTune in to hear Steph's inspiring journey and gain insights and support for your own donor egg IVF journey. Support the Show.I would love you to hit subscribe to find out when my next episode has landed and leave me a review :)✨Follow me on Instagram for all topics Donor Egg IVF - @donoreggmama✨ Check out my website www.donoreggmama.com✨ Find out all about my Community Membership for women on a donor egg pathway ✨To find out about the coaching programs I offer click here✨To join my free donor egg emotions support Facebook group click here✨ To be a guest on my podcast click here✨ Contact me here

In today's episode, we explore the complex world of donor conception with experts Dr. Mark Leondires and Lisa Schuman, LCSW. They provide an overview of their book, Building Your Family; The Complete Guide to Donor Conception, which serves as a resource for those considering donor conception due to infertility, medical issues, same-sex partnerships, or gender orientation.  The book covers everything from initial considerations and emotions to the medical and genetic processes involved, selecting the right donor, and talking to children about their donor conception.   Tune in to hear how to manage the challenges of a donor conception journey.  Guest: Dr. Mark Leondires and Lisa Schuman, LCSW, authors of Building Your Family; The Complete Guide to Donor Conception  Dr. Mark Leondires  Medical Director and Founding Partner  at Illume Fertility and Gay Parents to Be  Lisa Schuman, LCSW  Founder of The Center for Family Building  Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny   For more information, visit Progyny's Podcast page and Progyny's Education page for more resources. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, @ThisisInfertilityPodcast and use the #ThisisInfertility. Have a question, comment, or want to share your story? Email us at thisisinfertility@progyny.com.     This episode is also a video! Watch it here:  https://youtu.be/kX60smGnP9k 

Happy Pride Month! Ali's guest today is Michael, one of the dads behind Two Dads U.K., whose mission is to raise awareness of same-sex parenting and help other same-sex couples and other single gay people realize that becoming a parent shouldn't just be a dream. Michael talks about coming out; building a family with his husband, Wes; the 3-4 years they researched surrogacy; the birth of their daughter, Talulah; and how they're working hard to make LGBTQ parenting better, safer and more equal. Support this podcast at: https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hey guys and welcome back to your therapy Thursday where we answer all of your deep, dark and burning questions!First up, we asked our partners what they would have called us on their sex list. Not sure if we are recommending this one or not to be honest!Bachie has been canned and we will well and truly miss the beautiful tones of Osher's "ladies". Vibes for the week:Britt - Netflix The Roast of Tom BradyLaura - The Daily - Sunday Special 'Modern Love' podcast epKeeshia - Pill Box from Dosey Then we jump into your questions! HE WANTS TO CHEAT WITH MEMy husband and I travel frequently with another family who have children the same age. It started out as my husband and his friends but over time the wife has become one of, if not, my best friend. They live interstate but we talk most days. We are 2 weeks away from an international holiday with them, when he asks me in a private message if I was with my husband at the time, and to message back when I was alone. He asked if I would like to ‘hook up' whilst overseas and at the same time said don't say a word to them (meaning his wife and my husband). I actually asked if he was joking to which he replied “no, but now it's awkward”. I brushed it off and politely declined. As I stand, it's nearly 24 hours after the message. I am planning on telling my husband that we will need to rearrange our holiday and accommodation plans. She is going to know something has happened, so when she asks me why we are cancelling on them what do I say? If roles were reversed I would 100% want to know. We have always suspected he's probably not 100% faithful to her but to make matters worse she is pregnant. I know the information is going to ruin her life. PARTNER DOESN'T WANT ME TO DONATE MY EGGS TO MY BROTHERI have two older gay brothers. Since I was about 16 (I am now in my mid 20s) I've said that I would like to donate eggs in the future to them, so they can have biological kids with their partner. (I always figured since we look very similar and I don't plan on having kids it would be a nice way to have biological children in the family). One of my brothers and his partner are ready to start the process to have kids. However, my partner of 2 years that I plan on marrying is very uncomfortable and does not agree with this decision. He sees that it will be my kid. I am not sure what to do. Do I listen to my partner's concerns and come to terms with not helping my brothers or follow through with this said promise? What are your thoughts? Am I crazy for offering and not seeing it as being my child?   IS IT OK TO KEEP EX HUSBANDS SURNAMEMy ex husband and I split a number of years ago and had one child together. I took his surname when we married. We have both since re-coupled and he is now engaged. This has made me wonder - is it time to change my name back? The problem is, I LOVE my current name and it feels like a bit part of who I am; personally and professionally. I also really love having the same surname as the child we happily co-parent. Is it weird if I just keep the name? My new partner and I also have a child together, and marriage will be on the cards one day but I don't want to change my name multiple times… and I much prefer my current name

Misconception: a Gaia Family podcast is your go-to podcast for all things family building. From the early stages of understanding your fertility, to the hurdles of trying to conceive, Misconception opens the doors to what it really means to build a family. This week we're talking to Kreena Dhiman. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Kreena went through IVF to freeze her embryos prior to chemotherapy. But what followed was a journey she never expected to embark on. From heart failure to surrogacy, Kreena's story is both so moving and so inspiring, that we've split it into two parts. In part 2, Kreena talks about how after the loss of her embryos, she embarked on a donor egg journey, how the lack of South Asian egg donors had an impact, and her search for a new surrogate.The Intended Parent PodcastThe Intended Parent WebsiteRequest your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com.Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!Join our fertility community Facebook group, IVF Unfiltered: the truth behind treatment here.

On this Episode Laurel shares her extensive trials and explorations from facing unexplained infertility issues to the unexpected joy of conceiving twins. Laurel discusses the emotional and physical challenges she faced, situating her experience within a broader discussion on the state of women's healthcare, particularly concerning fertility and maternal care. We cover how Laurel tries different methods, including acupuncture and changes to lifestyle, nutrition, and mindset, guided by advice and support from her healthcare provider. Despite bleak prospects presented by fertility clinics, including suggestions of IVF and donor eggs, Laurel eventually conceived naturally after focusing on her overall well-being and accepting the possibility of a child-free life, illustrating a compelling story of hope, resilience, and the complexities of fertility. Anne's Instagram @energytreeanne

075. Tara grew up in a very small town in Massachusetts. She moved away to attend college at Northeastern in Boston. She moved out to Denver, Colorado almost 11 years ago when she was looking for a job after she completed her MBA. From an early age, Tara assumed she was going to have issues having children. Her mother and grandmother both went into menopause in their early 40's. Every doctor told her she had a less than 10 % chance of conceiving naturally, so she didn't see a reason to be on birth control. Her AMH was super low and her follicle count was also low. Join us as she shares her natural pregnancy at 40 and her journey to using donor eggs at 44. If you are trying to have a baby over 40, I'd love to invite you to 40.40 Society! It's a 6-week program that teaches you the same tools I used to have a good TTC experience and validate your feelings with bi-weekly small support groups. Join the wait list to be the first to know when the program is open to learn how to handle the ups and downs of TTC and feel supported through your journey:  https://over40fabulousandpregnant.com/waitlistGet the full story, resources and more information about this episode:https://over40fabulousandpregnant.com/episode75/

In this episode of The Ribbon Box Podcast, we're joined by TFP Thames Valley Fertility Embryology Manager Danielle Breen and TFP Oxford Fertility Donation & Surrogacy Lead Stacey Rohling, to chat through using donor eggs, and the latest on fertility preservation. In this episode, we cover;How do patients tend to get started with fertility preservation?What is tissue freezing?How long can we keep eggs, sperm, embryos and tissues frozen for? Is there a time limit? What's the best age to freeze our eggs? And what about sperm? And many more.If you need more support – or to get started with fertility preservation, donor egg conception, or any of the topics we've covered today, touch base with the amazing team at TFP Fertility.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content

Tanya’s dream was to conceive naturally, but after 5 years TTC, repeated IVF failures, and the clock ticking, that seemed like an impossible dream. Learn how Tanya became more fertile in her 40s than she was in her 30s, doing what she LOVED and within months of completing Fearlessly Fertile Full Throttle.  The post EP260 They Said Donor Eggs Were Her Only Option…She Got Pregnant Naturally Over 40: Tanya’s Story appeared first on Rosanne Austin.

Tanya’s dream was to conceive naturally, but after 5 years TTC, repeated IVF failures, and the clock ticking, that seemed like an impossible dream. Learn how Tanya became more fertile in her 40s than she was in her 30s, doing what she LOVED and within months of completing Fearlessly Fertile Full Throttle.  The post EP260 They Said Donor Eggs Were Her Only Option…She Got Pregnant Naturally Over 40: Tanya’s Story appeared first on Rosanne Austin.

068. Janice had five kids in her 20's with a previous partner. She met her now fiancé at 39. Together, they had ten children but wanted a baby together. One reversed vasectomy and three IUI's later, she wasn't pregnant. Was the vasectomy the cause of not being able to get pregnant? She shares how using donor eggs was an easy choice and why this birth was the longest one of all. She was three months postpartum during the recording of the show. If you are TTC, pregnant, or postpartum over 40, come be surrounded by other women just like you in 40.40 Society. Be supported, share your journey and have a voice in the conversation. https://over40fabulousandpregnant.com/joinGet the full story, resources and more information about this episode: https://over40fabulousandpregnant.com/https://over40fabulousandpregnant.com/68

065. Fertility Specialist Dr. Jeanie Schlafy from Denver, Colorado was pregnant at 42, 44, and at 48. This is her pregnancy journey at 48, but she'll be referencing her other pregnancies. Growing up, Jeanie wanted five kids. At almost 40, she didn't have children, nor was she married. One month before her 40th birthday, she met her future husband. A year later, they planned to marry. They decided together they wanted kids despite her fears. The very next month she was pregnant and gave birth at 42. She wanted a sibling and another child. For her second child, it was challenging journey. Join us as she shares her journey to using donor eggs with her second and what helped her through the pregnancy to her daughter at 48. Resources: Join the community waitlist! Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant on InstagramTTC ArticlesJeanie on InstagramQ&A with Dr. Jeanie Schlaflyhttps://www.babyhopefertility.com/Doppler Fetal Monitor

We're digging into donor eggs and what you need to know if you've selected this option. As you may know, I had both my kids with donor eggs. I was diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) over 25 years ago. And 25 years later, in conventional medicine, the recommendation for POI is either to rush to IVF or go straight to donor eggs. What I know for sure is there are targeted steps we can take to improve pregnancy success with your eggs when we address underlying healing opportunities using functional medicine and functional nutrition. However, we may decide that donor eggs are the best option. We've helped many couples get pregnant using donor eggs (after they've made targeted changes to their health). After all, donor eggs are not a guarantee of pregnancy success. A healthy foundation for both partners must be established first. But what about the emotional aspect of selecting donor eggs to grow your family? How do we navigate the journey to pregnancy success when we've selected donor eggs as our next step? I'm excited to welcome Adele O'Connor to the podcast. Adele is a fertility coach and podcast host of Donor Egg Mama. She supports intended parents considering a donor egg pathway to break free from overwhelm and guide them to a place of calm confidence to move forward and build their families.   In this episode, you'll learn: 1) The biggest mindset hurdles for women who select donor eggs (i.e. will I bond with my baby?) 2) Advice to couples beginning their donor egg journey 3) How to improve pregnancy success with donor eggs --- RESOURCES: Fab Fertile Method https://www.fabfertile.com/what-we-do/   Ultimate Guide to Getting Pregnant This Year If You Have Low AMH/High FSH - https://fabfertile.clickfunnels.com/optinvbzjfsii   Top Fertility Supplements You Need To Get Pregnant This Year - Access your free guide here at www.suppguideffl.com or email hello@fabfertile.ca to get your copy.   Where should I start to optimize pregnancy success? Get started with the Fertility Preparation Bundle here https://fabfertile.com/products/fertility-preparation-bundle and use code LAUNCH15 to save 15%.   Get your free copy of our Autumn Fertility Recipe Guide (includes 5-day meal plan/grocery shopping list, all free from the TOP allergens) at https://www.fertilitydietfreebie.com/.    Connect with. Adele O'Connor Website: https://www.donoreggmama.com/ Free Womb Healing: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eAHdex_Pwm99FkXsAj_i9JN-iXDix-eN/view Donor Egg Mama Podcast: https://www.donoreggmama.com/podcast --- Join my FREE Facebook group and get my training on HOW to improve pregnancy success with your own eggs. https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946   --- Ready to get a plan for 2023 to have your baby? Book your call here with your partner: https://bit.ly/fabfertileapp --- Check out https://www.fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/how-to-improve-pregnancy-success-with-donor-eggs-with-adele-oconnor/   ---   Please note when promoting a product, we only select products that either Sarah Clark or her team has tried and believe are beneficial for someone who is TTC. We may receive a small commission.

Today we have a special guest sharing her story on building her family with donor eggs. Infertility can be incredibly heartbreaking and it sometimes forces us to look at alternative ways to build our family. Laura so beautifully and openly shares her journey of how this was her story. Laura Watson is a fertility coach and mom to two donor conceived children. Her personal journey included failed fertility treatments, several unsuccessful rounds of IVF, and three heartbreaking pregnancy losses before completing her family with donor egg IVF. She now supports women pursuing fertility treatments to build their families and helps them find control, confidence, and joy in a complicated process. Laura founded her coaching services, Positive Fertility, in 2022. She is the author of the Positive Fertility Blog, was a featured author in the 2021 collaborative book, Infertility Success: Stories of Help and Hope for Your Journey. She lives in Boston, MA, USA with her husband and two children. In this episode we chat about: Laura's journey through IVF and her decision to use donor eggs The grief of multiple failed IVF's and miscarriages How she has processed not sharing DNA with her children and instead focuses on how she can share elements of her through nurture Honouring your story Her top tips and tools to navigating the donor egg option How to share your child's conception with them RESOURCES: Laura's Website www.positivefertilitycoaching.com Find Laura on Instagram @positive.fertility Learn More about the Femometer Smart Ring - Click here Grab your free charting journal Have questions about your cycle, your hormones or how to live aligned with your womb wisdom? Email your questions to thealignedwomb@gmail.com and your question may just be answered with one of our brilliant guest speakers.

Today's guest walks us through her experience with the wrong physician, the wrong clinic, the wrong treatment, the wrong coverage, and the wrong...well, everything. Sherri Sawyerr describes her experience of trial and error in pursuing parenthood, and how taking the wrong path can often pave the way for the right one.     During her journey with multiple physicians and IVF cycles, inadequate coverage, limited representation, and ultimately, the decision to use donor eggs: Sherri realized that it's important to have a voice through all of this. And she uses that voice on her YouTube, @SherriYvette, where she encourages perseverance and togetherness through an experience that so many women are silently living through. In this episode, hear from Sherri on the other side of trial and error. She dives into how she found Progyny through her new employer, a clinic that suits her needs, and the progress she's been able to make in her journey.  Guest: Sherri Sawyerr, Progyny Member  Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny   For more information, visit Progyny's Podcast page and Progyny's Education page for more resources. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, @ThisisInfertilityPodcast and use the #ThisisInfertility. Have a question, comment, or want to share your story? Email us at thisisinfertility@progyny.com.     Music:   Artist: Kai Engel Track: Brand New World  URL: https://freemusicarchive.org/   Artist: Lee Rosevere Track: Maximum Relax  URL: https://freemusicarchive.org/  Track: All the Answers  URL: https://freemusicarchive.org/  Track: Easy Life  URL: https://freemusicarchive.org/  Track: Sad Marimba Planet  URL: https://freemusicarchive.org/  Track: Making a Change  URL: https://freemusicarchive.org/  Track: Betrayal  URL: https://freemusicarchive.org/ 

Today, I'm excited to be talking to Dr. Diane Tober about egg and sperm donation, and the making of modern families. Diane has done an inspiring amount of research about all things egg and sperm donor, and I'm delighted she's sharing her wealth of knowledge with us. In this episode, we talk about: - what to look for when considering donor eggs and sperm (including what's really important vs what people think is important) - why keeping donation open is best for everyone involved - how egg and sperm donation has changed since the 1990s when she began studying donation - Diane's book, "Romancing the Sperm," and her upcoming movie, "The Perfect Donor"   Thank you so much for joining me Diane!    Read the full show notes and transcript on Dr. Aimee's website.   Find Dr. Diane Tober online at her website, here.   Subscribe to this podcast by clicking here. Would you like to learn about Egg Freezing or IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for next IVF and The Egg Freezing Class. The next live class call is on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain Egg Freezing and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.  

What if a string of “failures” had absolutely NOTHING to do with your ultimate success…on your terms? On paper, things looked terrible for Megan. She did “all the things,” including attempts at donor transfers and surrogacy, but nothing worked. Learn how this amazing woman, having almost died twice in the process, called in her baby […] The post EP239 She “Failed” With IVF, Donor Eggs, Surrogacy, and PRP, Then Got + Stayed Pregnant Naturally: Megan’s Story appeared first on Rosanne Austin.

What if a string of “failures” had absolutely NOTHING to do with your ultimate success…on your terms? On paper, things looked terrible for Megan. She did “all the things,” including attempts at donor transfers and surrogacy, but nothing worked. Learn how this amazing woman, having almost died twice in the process, called in her baby … EP239 She “Failed” With IVF, Donor Eggs, Surrogacy, and PRP, Then Got + Stayed Pregnant Naturally: Megan’s Story Read More » The post EP239 She “Failed” With IVF, Donor Eggs, Surrogacy, and PRP, Then Got + Stayed Pregnant Naturally: Megan’s Story appeared first on Rosanne Austin.

In this episode, I chat with Rebecca, a mother from Alabama who is a 41-year-old preschool director.She's happily married and a mother of two: a daughter from her own egg and a son conceived through a donor egg.She found out at 28 that her fallopian tubes were blocked, and that IVF would be her only way of getting pregnant, thus beginning her journey. After 18 months of trying to conceive naturally, Rebecca wasrecommended to a clinic in Colorado known for successfully helping women with diminished ovarian reserve.With the IVF treatment framed as a holiday and an opportunity to relax and explore another part of the States, Rebecca and her husband embarked on the journey. She credits the vacation environment as acontributing factor to successfully conceiving her daughter.Taking a five-year break to prepare financially and emotionally for a donor egg cycle, Rebecca aimed tocomplete her family of three. Desiring a sibling for her daughter, she recognized that using a donor eggwas the way forward. The couple once again embarked on an IVF adventure, this time choosing SanDiego Fertility Centre for the donor egg transfer.Despite a heart-wrenching setback with her initial donor selection, they eventually experienced asuccessful transfer, welcoming their son into the family. Rebecca shares with us how she explained theegg donation concept and the dynamics within their family to her children.Rebecca's children are well-aware of the process that led to their conception, and this transparency hasnurtured a strong and trusting family relationship. For her, a family's essence is defined more by thelove, care, and dedication shared among its members than by genetics.Rebecca's story offers valuable advice to others on a similar path. She encourages parents to trust theirinstincts, embrace the uniqueness of their family dynamic, and maintain open communication with theirchildren.A common concern voiced by many women seeking to complete their family via egg donation is the fearthat they might not bond with their donor-conceived child or love them as much as their biological child.Rebecca says, “When my son was born prematurely, I struggled initially due to the birth circumstances,but the bond grew strong as we spent time together. He's my son in every sense, and genetics don'tdefine our connection.”Rebecca's story helps ease worries and doubts for those concerned about their feelings toward theirdonor egg child. Tune in to episode 26 to hear Rebecca's personal account of her fertility journey andhow she overcame common donor egg mindset hurdles along the way.Support the showI would love you to hit subscribe to find out when my next episode has landed and leave me a review :)✨Follow me on Instagram for all topics Donor Egg IVF - @donoreggmama✨ Check out my website www.donoreggmama.com✨ Find out all about my Community Membership for women on a donor egg pathway ✨To find out about the coaching programs I offer click here✨To join my free donor egg emotions support Facebook group click here✨ To be a guest on my podcast click here✨ Contact me here

050. Sonia's journey started on her first date with her husband when she was just 37. She said she wanted to have a baby. She would move on if he didn't. A year later she was trying to conceive. A cycling crash, multiple surgeries, and four failed IUI's later she was still on her journey. She was committed to IVF. Join us as Sonia tells us her emotional journey to a rough pregnancy and fearful birth to her daughter with donor eggs at 44. It wasn't until Sonia held her daughter for the first time that she knew her daughter was meant for her, and she was meant for her daughter.Resources: Join the community waitlist!Be a part of the anniversary show by leaving a recording! Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant on InstagramSonia on InstagramKnix underwear

045. Jake grew up in the entertainment industry and later joined a Canadian country band called Farmers Daughter. In her 40's she accepted being just an aunt until an old love came back in her life for her to realize she wanted a family. Her doctor only gave her a 5% chance of conceiving with donor eggs at 51. Find out how they found their egg donor and struggled through 5 transfers before she became pregnant with her daughter. Resources: Join the community waitlist!Leave feedback for the podcast!Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant on InstagramJake on InstagramBody PillowMother's Milk TeaWoven

In this episode I chat with Samantha – she is the epitome of the quote “You were given this life because you are strong enough to live it”. Samantha's first pregnancy ended in a tragic second trimester loss at 22 weeks due to placental abruption and due to retained products, she contracted a severe infection that left her in ICU. Samantha's coping mechanism was to create a plan and start taking action on how to move forward. Unfortunately, her second pregnancy ended at 20 weeks due to premature rupture of waters and it was found that her infection had returned. Her third pregnancy miraculously turned out to be twins…after her first scan only showed 1 baby and heartbeat. Her second scan though showed that there were actually 2 babies in there and as her luck would have it, they were the most high-risk twins below conjoined twins and they had a 75% mortality rate. Samantha and her partner were advised to terminate due to the high risk and her history, but they decided to ride it out and see how it went. The twins passed at 15 weeks due to cord entanglement. After the birth of the twins, Samantha spent 3 years trying with no success. She then fell pregnant a fourth time with her son Noah and devastatingly went into active labour at 22 weeks. Despite all the tragic loss that she has endured, Samantha was still determined to have a living child. As they had spent so long without any luck, it was decided they would try donor eggs, which they got from the Ukraine. This was her first experience with IVF. They implanted 2 embryos and did fall pregnant, but then miscarried 7 days later. By now, we are into COVID days and it was difficult to make the trip to Canberra from Melbourne, where she was getting the IVF treatment and made the decision to look into surrogacy. Shortly after, her and her partner separated and this left Samantha in a really dark hole and she described this loss as being harder than losing the babies – because now in her 40's, she felt as though all hope of her dreams of having a living child left when he did. She did end up transferring the last embryo they had and when it didn't take, she decided that IVF wasn't for her and it was time to seriously explore her surrogacy options. Australia was out of the question, simply as it was going to take too much time – so it was off to Greece! She used an organisation that only take on people that have tried all other avenues and have been unsuccessful in birthing a live child. At the time of recording in February 2023, her surrogate was pregnant – with twins!! Unfortunately, twin A – Baby Grace, passed due to a heart condition and there was a real chance she could lose both babies if the surrogates body recognised that one of the twins had died. Some good news though! Twin B, who is a baby boy is thriving and at the time of release, Samantha is on her way to Greece for the birth of her baby boy. This is an incredibly devastating and heart-wrenching journey that spanned 10 years and I'm so overjoyed to follow Samantha's journey and watch her bring her baby home.If you want to follow Samantha, she has a page on Facebook – Memories of an Angel – https://www.facebook.com/MemoriesofanAngelMake sure you follow the Messy in the Middle Instagram page: https://instagram.com/_messyinthemiddle_?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=And if you want to share your story, please get in contact with me either through the Instagram page or email me at messyinthemiddle.fertility@gmail.com

Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership.In this episode, I had a delightful conversation with Elisabeth, a French woman originally from Paris who has been living in Australia for the past 18 years. Her story revolves around her remarkable journey towards motherhood. At the age of 40, Elisabeth met her husband, and since then, they have been trying to conceive a child.Initially, they attempted a natural method for three months, but when it proved unsuccessful, they decided to seek help from a fertility clinic. Elisabeth and her husband explored various options and underwent fertility treatments, such as taking supplements and undergoing cycles of assisted reproductive techniques like IVF and Creighton model. Unfortunately, these attempts did not result in a successful pregnancy.After experiencing multiple disappointments, Elisabeth's husband suggested considering the possibility of using a donor egg. Intrigued by this idea, they actively researched and sought out a donor of Elisabeth's ethnic background, which is French Caribbean. They faced challenges in finding a suitable donor with the same ethnicity, and their search extended for several months.During their search, they sought advice from a Facebook group where someone recommended a clinic in Barbados. Intrigued by this suggestion, Elisabeth contacted the clinic and was impressed by the coordinator's assurance that they could assist in finding a donor promptly. They found her a donor right away.However, importing eggs from Barbados to Australia added an additional challenge to their journey, particularly due to the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.“So the donor did the cycle for us in March. And 19 eggs were frozen for us and those eggs were imported to Australia.”Listen to this episode to delve deeper into Elisabeth's incredible journey towards motherhood. Gain insights into her challenges, triumphs, and the twists and turns she encountered along the way. You won't want to miss out on this captivating story. Tune in now to hear Elisabeth's inspiring narrative.Resources: Barbados Fertility Centre: https://barbadosivf.com/RTC: https://www.rtc.org.au/donor-assisted-conception/Support the showI would love you to hit subscribe to find out when my next episode has landed and leave me a review :)✨Follow me on Instagram for all topics Donor Egg IVF - @donoreggmama✨ Check out my website www.donoreggmama.com✨ Find out all about my Community Membership for women on a donor egg pathway ✨To find out about the coaching programs I offer click here✨To join my free donor egg emotions support Facebook group click here✨ To be a guest on my podcast click here✨ Contact me here

This week's episode goes out to our ladies who are navigating the world of surrogacy and donor eggs. One thing I've noticed since going through this particular part of the fertility experience with clients is there is not nearly enough resources out there. That's why I was so excited to connect with Leia Swanburg, founder and CEO of Canadian Fertility Consulting.    She is surrogate herself, and advocate for women both in the surrogacy and egg donation space here in Canada. She shares her journey and things to know and understand if this is the reality for your own fertility path.   You can find more about Canadian Fertility Consulting and www.fertilityconsultants.ca and over on Instagram at @cfc.families

Sheila Vijeyarasa and Tyson Salijevic shared the highs and lows of their IVF on the show Big Miracles. Today, Cam and Ali are bringing Sheila and Tyson into the bathroom to learn more about how they met, the things that people don't warn you about or avoid when you're going through IVF, and what life has been like after their story was shown on national television. CW: This episode contains discussions of fertility issues. If this episode raises any issues for you, help is available through Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via their website lifeline.org.au. LINKS  Follow Sheila on Instagram @sheila_v__. Follow Tyson on Instagram @tysonsalijevic. Buy Sheila's book Brave. Follow Cam on Instagram @camerondaddo.  Follow Ali on Instagram @alidaddo.  Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Cam & Ali? You can email them at separatebathrooms@novapodcasts.com.au.  CREDITS  Hosts: Cameron Daddo and Alison Brahe-Daddo. Guests: Sheila Vijeyarasa and Tyson Salijevic.Managing Producer: Elle Beattie. Producer: Amy Kimball. Editor: Adrian Walton. Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au.  Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

025. Today, Sharon from New York who is a massage therapist, a student of nutrition and a personal trainer is on to share her pregnancy story at 50. She also has a 12 year old son while her partner is 61 with a forty-year-old daughter and three teenage grand kids. Together, they have their 16 month old daughter. She has an amazing story and she plans to do it again!Resources: Join the community waitlist! GiveawayOver 40 Fabulous and Pregnant on InstagramSharon on Instagram

Actor Camille Guaty is known for her many roles on TV and in films including Gotta Kick it Up, Prison Break and Scorpion. But what people watching her may not know is that behind the scenes, she struggled for many years to get and stay pregnant.Since getting pregnant via egg donor IVF in 2019, Camille has been public about her experience and why she not only doesn't hold shame for using an egg donor, but feels a source of pride connected to it. In this episode, Camille shares the moment she realized she may need to move on to third party reproduction, what she wants others to know about it, and why she's used her public platform to share her experience and her infertility journey so widely.Today's episode is presented by Donor Egg Bank USA, a leader in frozen donor egg. Two of their many financial plans include a guarantee that you'll bring home a baby or receive a 100% refund. To learn more, visit donoreggbankusa.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am pleased to feature Lynsi Eastburn on the Native Yoga Toddcast! As the creator of 3Keys® HypnoFertility, Lynsi is the world's established expert in the field of hypnosis to promote fertility. She began professionally using hypnosis to facilitate pregnancy before anyone else had actively considered or pursued its benefits, when there was no information about it in books, when nothing could be found on the internet.During this conversation Lynsi and I discuss how hypnotherapy, yoga and relaxation techniques can play a vital role in reducing stress and how this can positively effect fertility.Visit Lynsi on her website https://hypnofertility.com to learn more.You can watch the podcast on Youtube here.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out:

Meta Getman and her husband Michael went through their own infertility challenges and after eight rounds of fertility treatments, achieved their dream of a family through using donor eggs. She said it took a long time to be able to say "I'm a mom" because for a long time she didn't think it would happen. She shared that they found out early in their journey that they would have trouble conceiving due to male factor. It wasn't long and then they found out they had both male and female infertility factor which brought with it even more struggles then they originally thought. She was very thankful that her husband started researching and googling when she had totally gone into a shut down mode. Meta did share great information on donor eggs and that she would do things differently now with what she knows. Meta Getman is a donor conception coach who helps families who have found themselves facing a journey to parenthood they had never imagined: using donor eggs, donor sperm or donor embryo. She will be on an episode soon to talk more about how she helps her clients go from isolation, loneliness, and fear of what's next to hope, confidence, and excitement for building their families. Words of Encouragement from Meta: Where ever you are in the process to create a family, there is always an option. There is always something else. It may not be what you want it to be or what you thought it should be. It might not even be something you're willing to consider today but there is always an option and if you are feeling you're hitting that roadblock that you don't see any options and I don't know what my next step is, reach out and ask questions. Share your story with people who have been there and have knowledge and experience. They can point you in the right direction of the next thing to look at. And I would say it's one thousand percent actually recommended that if you are feeling tired, burnt out, or stuck, then pause. The only time line you have is your own. No one is forcing a timeline and sometimes you have to pause, you have to grieve, you have to be sad and feel the loss of what this process is. Which is a lot of disappointment in order to then be renewed to be able to move forward. It's ok to take a pause and to stop. No one is telling you you have to push forward. It might feel like time is running out, it might feel like you are getting old, it might feel like all those things and that is valid. Those feelings are valid and taking a little break can do wonders for clarity, understanding and restoring you to move forward to whatever that next thing is. Connect with Meta: Instagram: @metagetman Website: https://metagetman.com/ Connect with Teresa: EMAIL: teresa.livingaftergrief.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/.livingaftergrief/. Instagram: @livingaftergrief Website: www.livingaftergrief.com click and schedule a free complementary time to talk: https://calendly.com/teresa-reiniger/podcast-discovery-call

This month's episode of The Family Circle is a special panel episode featuring three experienced egg donors through Circle Egg Donation. Marketing Director, Kristin Marsoli, hosts Jordan, Tia, and Liv as they discuss why they became egg donors, why they choose the type of donation they did, why they wanted to work with an agency, and they each provide some words of wisdom for women who may be interested in becoming egg donors. Jordan, Tia, and Liv have each done multiple egg donations over the years for different intended parents. They all have one thing in common though, and that is they love to talk about egg donation. Jordan and Tia have achieved their goal of sharing egg dontation with other women by joining the team here at Circle as Egg Donation Coordinators! Liv on the other hand has been sharing her journeys through her TikTok channel and meeting women and answering their questions on her page. You can follow her @oliviaroww https://www.tiktok.com/@oliviarowwAre you interested in becoming an egg donor? Apply today or reach out to chat with someone on our team! https://bit.ly/egg-donor-panelWe can't wait to hear what you think when you leave us a review! 

Beth Frattura is founder of The Stork Foundation and it was founded due to her infertility journey. It is an organization that gives hope and opportunity to those suffering from infertility and fighting for their dream of parenthood. They provide financial assistance to low resource individuals who require costly medical infertility treatments that would otherwise be out of financial reach. Infertility is not just a medical issue, but a fight for a dream. Even though it is recognized as a disease, there are only 13 states that have infertility insurance laws. 1 in 8 battle infertility and the wounds of infertility extend to hopeful and waiting grandparents, aunts, uncles. cousins and friends. The grants are not just treating a medical diagnosis, they are gifting the opportunity for all the experiences of over a lifetime of being a parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle and the positive ripple effect is amazing. Beth said with giving sizable grants it turns a no into a yes to having the chance to be a parent. The Stork Foundation has given out 13 grants thus far and will be accepting more applications September 1st - November 31st. Grants are used for Surrogacy, Donor Eggs, Donor Sperm, IUI or IVF. Visit the website for the application and all grant eligibility requirements. https://www.storkfoundation.org/ Donation and Corporate Sponsorships https://www.storkfoundation.org/donate.html Grant Application and requirements: https://www.storkfoundation.org/grants.html Hope Necklace: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTExOTM1 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/storkfoundationforinfertility Instagram: @storkfoundationforinfertility email: stork@storkfoundation.org Connect with Teresa: EMAIL: teresa.livingaftergrief.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/.livingaftergrief/. Instagram: @livingaftergrief Website: www.livingaftergrief.com click and schedule a free complementary time to talk: https://calendly.com/teresa-reiniger/podcast-discovery-call

Welcome to Episode 22. This is a requested episode from Instagram. Today, we talk about Donor Eggs and IVF/Egg Donation Abroad. When I originally recorded this episode it was back around the end of April. In light of recent events, considering IVF abroad may be something that is coming up for you. Luckily, Sarah Kowalski of Motherhood Reimagined shares some of her experience and her clients experiences with seeking egg donor abroad and domestically. If you want to hear Sarah's story, you can listen to episode 7 where she shares her path to independent parenthood and coming to terms with needing an egg donor. Today, we focus primarily on the egg donor process and she shares what her experience was like in going abroad and researching using egg donor abroad. Now, we don't specifically go into what this experience is like with a partner. I have someone sharing that experience in a couple of months. She went through IVF in Mexico and is now doing a cycle in the US. After her US cycle, she and I were going to have a conversation, so she could have better insight into differences and pros and cons to each. Domestically, there are some cost saving programs, and I've linked them in the show notes for you. CNY has a program and Dr. Aimee the Egg Whisperer also has the Freeze and Share program. Egg donation is a complex topic. I know I can't cover it all in one episode. I want to cover more stories and perspectives, so you can understand the experience and hopefully have the information to make the choice that is best for you. I hope this is helpful for you. As always, I have links available for you in the show notes about the things we have discussed today. Egg Donor Resources: Episode 7: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QA5iQRrNB63E0IkYBWOvd?si=fGlFTM6nR_q41Ldx4R2Q4g Episode 10: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RcSJTCGBltDKaeUFCpGdP?si=h2EWKzJHRRWDQ0qWgrG4qw Everything You Need to Know Before Picking an Egg Donor on Egg Whisperer Show: https://draimee.org/everything-you-need-to-know-before-picking-an-egg-donor Egg Whisperer Freeze and Share: https://freezeandshare.com/ CNY Egg Donor Program: https://www.cnyfertility.com/donor-egg-ivf/ California Conceptions: https://californiaconceptions.com/pregnancy-with-donor-embryos-embryo-adoption/ IVF Traveler: https://www.ivftraveler.com/ Santa Monica Fertility Egg Donor Program: https://www.santamonicafertility.com/egg-donation/using-donor-eggs/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwtvqVBhCVARIsAFUxcRsoQa5esv6L1j3O8lOy6ht1DK9woEhM4ZPSTbsrdnS5c4AhEDg5pF8aAsIbEALw_wcB Everything You Need to Know Before Picking an Egg Donor on Egg Whisperer Show: https://draimee.org/everything-you-need-to-know-before-picking-an-egg-donor --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/40andinfertile/support

Through modern science couples now have access to a growing body of technology to help them conceive and bring a baby to term. For some, this is the only way that they will be able to produce offspring. But what are the biblical boundaries? In this lesson, pastor Philip Jackson discusses modern fertility treatments as well as some biblical challenges that they raise. Subjects included in this episode are Artificial Insemination (AI), Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), Natural Cycle IVF, Embryo Adoption, Donor Eggs and Sperm, Surrogacy, Egg Freezing, and fertility drugs. Scriptures Cited: Hebrews 13:4; James 4; 1 Corinthians 6:12-19. Get Connected! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Evergreen.tulsa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evergreen.tulsa/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EvergreenChurchTulsa/featured Website: www.evergreenbc.org Additional lessons from Pastor Philip A. Jackson: https://tinyurl.com/REACHTulsa

Sometimes, roadblocks on the journey to parenthood can leave hopeful parents with a big decision: adoption or egg donation. This episode's guest shares her family-building journey, which involved both of these paths to parenthood. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they talk to Heidi Hayes, the chief executive officer of Donor Egg Bank. Listen as Heidi shares her story to build her family using donor eggs and adoption. Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility and Theralogix.

Meaghan joins us to share her very unique and complicated journey through infertility. During her laparoscopic surgery, Meaghan shares the raw details of her intensely complex surgical complications that led her to eventually move forward with donor eggs.

Meaghan joins us to share her very unique and complicated journey through infertility. During her laparoscopic surgery, Meaghan shares the raw details of her intensely complex surgical complications that led her to eventually move forward with donor eggs.

Have you heard about donors? Our guest speaker support people who are considering using a donor after infertility treatments with their own genetics don't work. Using a donor is not something we dream of but for some of us is our reality to have a family. Listening to donor conceived adults is key to learning how we can best support donor kids as recipient parents. DNA doesn't define you as a parent. It is important to tell your children and other key people in your life about using a donor.    Join us in an interview with Donor Conception Coach Meta Getman as she talks about many things to consider when using a donor: contact with the donor for the child, possible donor siblings, how do you find the donor, what is important to you and your partner about the donor, what fears do you have, etc.   Meta Getman is a donor conception coach who helps family-focused, responsible, and thoughtful women and couples who have found themselves facing a journey to parenthood they had never imagined: using donor eggs, donor sperm, or donor embryo. Through her e-course, The Donor Downlow, Meta helps her clients go from isolation, loneliness, and fear of the donor process to hope, confidence, and excitement for building their families. Meta and her husband Michael went through their own infertility challenges and after four IUIs and three rounds of fresh IVF, they achieved their dream of a family through using donor eggs. Meta has been featured in multiple podcasts, has spoken at the RESOLVE Midwest Family Building Summit, and founded a community of families who used a donor.   You can follow Meta on Instagram @metagetman   Here is Meta's free gift, a free copy of her Essential Donor Checklist https://metagetman.com/podcastgift   Follow me on: Instagram @holisticfertilitydoctor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DrAumatmaNd Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/HolisticFertilityExpert

Episode Summary:In today's episode of Fertility in Focus, we are joined by Dr. Briana Rudick, Director of Columbia University Fertility Center's Third Party Reproduction Program. She discusses the different options for pursuing parenthood, including sperm donation, donor eggs and gestational carriers. She also touches on her recommendations as to how to manage the anxiety and stress that overtakes us on the journey. Whether you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community, or you have reached the end of the road trying with your own eggs/sperm/uterus, Dr. Rudick brings the info you need to get in the know about your options. Tune in TODAY.Guest Bio:Briana Rudick, MD directs Columbia University Fertility Center's Third Party Reproduction Program, and is active in community events supporting the LGBTQ+ community. She is involved in all aspects of third party reproduction including fertility care for same sex couples, co-maternity, egg donation, and gestational surrogacy. She sees and treats all forms of infertility, including ovulatory disorders, endometriosis, and fertility preservation. Dr. Rudick joined the Columbia faculty in 2011. After completing her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Pennsylvania, she completed a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Rudick has conducted research to study the effect of Vitamin D on fertility and treatment outcomes and she has written editorials on the importance of fertility education for young women. Her research involving egg freezing has been featured in numerous journals, blogs and magazines such as Cosmopolitan. She serves as a current reviewer for Fertility and Sterility Reports, a high-impact journal in her field, and was awarded the top reviewer certificate in 2020 for her contributions. She believes that integrating holistic approaches with state-of-the-art scientific and medical fertility treatment can result in a more satisfying experience for many patients and allow patients to make the best fertility decisions for themselves.Guest Links: Dr. Briana RudickThanks for Listening:Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would love to listen, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode, or want to be a guest on the show? Leave a comment in the section below or visit the website to contact me!www.naturnalife.comSubscribing to The Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon, or whatever your favorite podcast app is!Leave Us an Apple Podcasts Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

Sarah Clark wanted to be married at 25 and kids by 28. When she went off the pill, which was falsely regulating her periods, they again became irregular and heavy. When visiting the doctor, she was told she had premature ovarian failure and the only way to have kids was to use donor eggs. She was given a brochure about IVF and sent to the clinic. Sarah talked about being naïve and did not go for a second opinion. She said I did not even grieve the news. I knew I had other options, I did not hesitate, I knew it was going to happen for us and luckily it did. Since it has been about 20 years ago the whole process has changed from getting profiles of the donor in the mail to view profiles online. Sarah said questions I got were. Did you think you wouldn't' bond with the baby and did you worry they wouldn't look like you? She has learned a tremendous amount about her own health and now supports other couples navigate the tough infertility journey. Her company is very thorough with their testing and help couples in multiple countries. Take time to listen to the episode to hear all the different test that they have available to help you navigate the infertility journey. Sarah's words of advice and encouragement: Dig deeper beyond the diagnosis. If told you have low AMH or high HSF, diminished ovarian reserve, premature ovarian defiance, or failure, look at other things going on in your body. Like me I had acne, sinus, yeast, and bladder infections. There were other things going on in my body. Do not focus just on the diagnosis. Do not think IVF is your only option. We spend 12-18 months preparing for a wedding and in 1 month we want to get pregnant. So, flip that around. I am not saying spend 18 months but see what else is going on in your body and yes get a second opinion. Listen to my podcast for a functional approach and take charge of your own health. We work with people that have food sensitivities, gut infections, hormonal imbalance, blood sugar issues, and thyroid stuff. Look beyond the conventional medicine. Sarah's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally-how-to-solve-your-infertility Sarah's Website: https://fabfertile.com/ Connect with me: EMAIL teresa.womenconnect2019@gmail.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/.womenconnectsupport/. Phone # 1-618-560-8484

Considering donor eggs? In this episode Dr. Hade gives us the scoop on how to assess an ideal uterine environment, what to look for in donor and how to optimize your chances of success. 

In todays episode I chat to Becky Kearns AKA @definingmum   Becky has 3 gorgeous girls with her husband, who she conceived using donor eggs in the Czech Republic.    In this episode we discuss:    - Feelings of loneliness when on the donor conception journey - Why Becky started her blog Defining Mum - Societal expectations of parenthood - What shapes a person over and above genetics - The pros and cons of having a partner when you're going through this process - Connecting with others in the same situation - Our fears about this route to parenthood and the importance of sharing them in safe spaces - Deciding to move from your own eggs to donor eggs - What we mean by plan B - Worries about what people think of our decisions - Deciding to have treatment abroad - The creation of Paths to Parenthub    For more information you can follow Becky on Instagram at:   @definingmum @pathstoparenthub   Or on her website:  Defining Mum Paths to Parenthub    

In this episode my friend Laura and I chat about her journey to her daughter. She survived 6 miscarriages, each with their own story behind it. She was able to get pregnant easily each time, but had trouble keeping the pregnancies. Laura never gave up and her strength is so admirable through her whole journey. She and her husband conceived their rainbow baby, Lyla, through a donor egg. Enjoy this episode, Merry Christmas!  Send any questions or comments to motherhooditr@gmail.com Rate us on iTunes! It means a lot and also helps keep the podcast going. Thanks for your support! FB Website