The most‑asked question: “If I don’t use my genetics, will the baby be mine?” Lauren Tassi (Your IVF BFF) shares her three‑year journey—how she moved from repeated IVF to choosing donor embryos—and what finally made the decision feel 100% hers.    Practical insights on identity, language, epigenetics (carrying/parenting), hidden costs/expectations, and what to consider if you’re weighing donor embryos vs more IVF or donor eggs.   You’ll hear:    - The turning point from IVF/donor eggs to donor embryos    - “Is it still my baby?”—belonging, language, and epigenetics    - Surprises: money, timelines, emotions, and partner dynamics    - Scripts that helped (family/friends and self‑talk)    - Advice if you’re considering donor embryos now Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullykidding/Follow Lauren on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hopefullykidding #DonorEmbryos #DonorConception #Fertility #IVF #TTC #PatientStory #YourIVFBFF #WomensHealth #ThirdPartyReproduction