Using a known donor to build your family, this podcast with Justine Witzke, PhD, MPH, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Aligneage Fertility, provides you with information you want to know.Hear about:* Building a family with a known sperm donor, learning about the different types of relationships.* Testing and screening process for known donors.* Information on what a facilitated known donation encompasses.

In this episode, Dr. Bayer shares a wealth of information for those who are beginning or in the process of trying to conceive. I recorded it with her and I could not resist listening to it twice.She provides the information you want to know and learn when it comes to trying to conceive. Hear about:* What happens on your first visit to the fertility clinic.* The medical intake process.* An overview of the tests you will receive.* Potential protocols so that you feel more informed.* and so much more.

This is a podcast you won't want to miss. it’s chock-full of practical, easy-to-understand information that answers so many questions for those trying to conceive, and even if you’re not, it’s just good, straightforward information about what to eat.Hear about:* The impact of foods that might be part of your daily diet* Ways to incorporate foods that bring you pleasure into your diet* Some of those items you may want to avoid., * and so much!

For many, the transition to becoming an intended parent can be unexpected and for others not. Regardless of your journey, having insight into what to expect when accessing care is always important. In this episode, hear about what happens when someone transitions from fertility treatment to a third party:* What does third party mean.* The significance of a “pause”. * Legal documentation her clinic looks for (please note, your lawyer may have alternative recommendations).* Any medical testing that may be requested.* And much more!

Intended Parents - Legal info you want to know, with Jennifer Mass, ESQIn this episode, Jennifer Mass, ESQ, provides important considerations for those trying to conceive through donor conception and surrogacy for all family structures. She is clear in her delivery as she shares her knowledge and expertise about what you want to know.While each state has its own legislation, you will hear about:* Parentage laws and factors to consider* Surrogacy and the significance of the contract* Donor conception and legal implications. * * and so much more.

Dr. Lowell Ku, MD, RE is a Reproductive Endocrinologist who is board-certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and OBGYN. He is the senior physician at Dallas IVF, and recognized by numerous organizations and publications as a top Dallas physician.In this episode, Dr. Ku provides essential information that all those trying to conceive will want to know. Hear about:* What happens when a man goes to a fertility clinic.* What potential testing can find.* Suggestions to improve sperm quality.* And more!

In this episode, we explore the journey of Julie Eshelman, founder of the Building Military Families Network (https://www.buildingmilitaryfamiliesnetwork.org/), as she transforms her personal struggles with infertility into a mission of advocacy and support. Julie shares the unique challenges faced by military families, from frequent relocations to limited fertility resources, and how these experiences inspired her to create a community that empowers and uplifts others. Her story is one of resilience, purpose, and the power of advocacy to bring meaningful change for those serving our country.Hear about:* The unique challenges military families face when trying to conceive.* The powerful impact of advocacy in improving fertility support for military families.* How one individual’s fertility journey has led to meaningful change for those serving our country.

In this episode, we dive into all things donor siblings with Hayley King, founder of All Things Donor Conception (https://allthingsdonorconception.com/) and Manager of Operations for the online support platform Paths to ParentHub (https://pathstoparenthub.com//). As both a donor-conceived person and a recipient parent, Hayley shares her unique perspective and lived experience, offering insights into navigating donor sibling connections.Hear about:* The positives and complexities of donor sibling connections.* What to consider when connecting with donor siblings.* How to talk to your child about potential siblings.* Insights into best supporting your child as they learn about their donor siblings.

In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of recipient moms through the eyes of Victoria Nino, the founder of Infertility Unfiltered. Victoria shares her personal experiences, purpose, and passion, offering a raw and unfiltered perspective on infertility, resulting in building community and bringing others together.Hear about:* A recipient mom's journey* The significance of community* How one person can make a difference

Dr. Jesse Hade shares a wealth of information those considering or in the process of building their family through donor conception will want to know.Hear about:* What donor conception is* Epigenetics and what it really means.* Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) double blind study that he is leading and is still open for new participants.

Hear about:* The how and why the PCOS Challenge organization began* The impact PCOS has on women’s health* The significance of information, education and research* How one women named Sasha Ottey made a difference

Hear about:• What Artificial Intelligence (AI) can do in the lab.• What AI is available now in the field of embryology .• How AI can help in the Embryologist• What the future may bring.

Hear about:* How Lisa became interested in involved in surrogacy* Health insurance* What to look for* International surrogate

Hear about the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM):* Who comprises ASRM* How ASRM works on policy and advocates for those trying to conceive* Provides access to research, information, and resources

Hear about:* How she thought of using the concept of building blocks for DNA in explaining a birth story.* How she decided to create a series of books to address all types of families using donor conception.* What she hopes to see on bookshelves for donor-conceived children and their parents.

Hear about: * How IVF Babble came to be. * The wealth of information, connections and awareness they provide, including the pineapple pin! * How they are supporting corporation in providing fertility programs, resources and more. 

In this episode, hear about why Hayley became a fierce advocate and in turn helps so many. The importance of support while going through treatment, and also continuing that support whilst parenting after donor conception.The Nugget Series - Hayley's downloadable toolbox of tips, info and resources for parents of donor conceived children. (for info the free PDF for the nuggets can be found at this link. (https://subscribepage.io/RG0567)

Hear about:* Her quest for understanding and information.* How she felt going from a nurse to a fertility patient.* Steps that can be to empower yourself through.* How she decided to write a series of books, each addressing a different aspect of a fertility journey.

Hear about: * Why the day came to fruition, what it encompasses, when and where it takes place and how you can be involved.* Appreciating the impact of advocacy. * Acknowledging what type of advocacy is comfortable for you personally and as part of a community, considering that we all advocate at different times throughout our days, and understanding why advocacy is a change agent and empowers attendees. You have until May 2 to register at Resolve.org https://resolve.org/

Hear about the emotional journey of telling your donor conceived child about their conception, the impact on the parent and donor conceived child or adult knowing,(depending on when they find out). Understand why these conversations are important. Learning strategies to help parents engage in these conversations and Information on resources and about the TELL Tool study and how parents can get involved https://tell-tool.com/