Lydia is the CEO of Fertility New Zealand (FNZ), a national charity dedicated to supporting, advocating for, and educating individuals facing infertility at all stages of their journey and beyond. In this episode, Lydia highlights the wide range of services FNZ offers, including in-person and online support groups, webinars, a helpline, accessible resources, and a strong community within the infertility space. She also discusses the history of IVF in New Zealand, shifts in the infertility landscape over the years, and the growing presence of surrogacy. Most importantly, Lydia shares valuable tips for navigating infertility—whether personally or with a loved one—and provides insights on how to find the best support.
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Episode Info:
Facebook Group: Donor Conception and Surrogacy Network NZ
FNZ Hotline: 0800 333 306
*Note: Since the episode was recorded, there has been a second round of submissions (open and close) for the Improving Arrangements for Surrogacy Bill and Fertility NZ made a submission to this.
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Instagram: @surrotales
Email: surrotales@gmail.com