Donor Egg Support Conversations

Adele O'Connor

Are you considering donor egg IVF and feeling overwhelmed? For soul led women on a donor egg pathway to parenthood. Honest and heart felt conversations, diving into all of the topics around donor egg ivf and what it means to parent a donor egg conceived child.
Your host is Adele O’Connor, fertility coach, hypnotherapist, counsellor and podcast host.
When women seeking to create family after years of heartbreak, grief and disappointment find themselves facing the loss of their own eggs and genetics and new challenges navigating the donor egg pathway she helps to fast track their knowledge with mind body connection strategies and a healing pathway. Her clients refer to her as a torchbearer for women on a donor egg pathway.
Adele hosts and produces a pioneering podcast lifting the veil of secrecy on all topics donor egg ivf.
Her mission is to share real stories from real women navigating family creation via egg donation.
She advocates and educates for families to have full transparency about their child’s conception story.
My wish is for these brave and courageous families to feel a sense of celebration and eradicate shame and secrecy and the stigma around donor egg third party reproduction.
Supporting families with the emotional part of this journey not only helps the parents but in turn helps our future children conceived via egg donation to feel proud of how much their parents wanted them and to celebrate their conception story.
Born in UK and living in Queensland with her husband and child.
www.donoreggsupport.com

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26. Rebecca's story: Family Completion Using Donor Eggs After A Long Fertility Journey Dealing With Blocked Fallopian Tubes And Premature Diminished Ovarian Reserve.

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09/19/23 • 32 min

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In this episode I chat with Rebecca from Alabama who’s a 41 year old preschool director, happily married, mom to two, to her ‘own egg’ daughter, and her donor egg conceived son.

She found out at 28 that her fallopian tubes were blocked and that IVF would be her only way of getting pregnant and so her journey began.

After 18 months of TTC naturally Rebecca was recommended to a clinic in Colorado who had success helping women with diminished ovarian reserve.

She and her husband decided to view the IVF treatment as a holiday and opportunity to relax and enjoy another part of the States.

She credits the holiday environment as part of the success in conceiving her daughter.

Rebecca took a five year gap to get ready financially and emotionally to prepare for a donor egg cycle to complete her family of three.

She longed for a sibling for her daughter and knew that the only way forward was to use a donor egg.

She and her husband decided to travel interstate once more and have another IVF adventure, this time choosing San Diego Fertility Centre for her donor egg transfer.

After a setback with her first donor selection, they had a successful transfer and welcomed her son into the family.

Rebecca shares with us how she explained to her daughter and son the egg donation concept and the dynamics between her family.

Rebecca’s children are all well-aware of the process that led to their conception, and this transparency has nurtured a strong and trusting relationship within their family. For Rebecca, the essence of a family is defined more by the love, care, and dedication shared among its members than by genetics

Rebecca’s story offers valuable advice to others who might be on a similar path. She encourages parents to trust their instincts, embrace the uniqueness of their family dynamic, and above all, maintain open communication with their children.

A common concern that is voiced by many women who are looking to complete their family via egg donation is the worry that they may not bond with their donor conceived child nor love them the same as their own egg 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't define our connection.”

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21. Becky Morrison - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Author Of The Search For The Magical Egg

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08/15/23 • 31 min

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In this episode we had the pleasure of hearing from Becky Morrison, also known as Nurse Becky, a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Alberta, Canada, who has experienced incredible resilience and strength throughout her journey. She has faced six miscarriages, one ectopic pregnancy, and to her shock had a stroke whilst holidaying in Hawaii. Despite these challenges, Becky successfully had a son through egg donation and went on to write a series of children's books to address and reduce stigma surrounding fertility issues.
Becky's fertility struggles began in her early 30s, and she initially believed she would easily conceive. However, she faced difficulties and went through failed IUIs and a miscarriage. She then experienced an ectopic pregnancy, resulting in the removal of one of her fallopian tubes. To relax before starting IVF, Becky and her husband traveled to Hawaii, where she unexpectedly had a stroke.
Returning to Canada, Becky discovered she had suffered a stroke and feared it would hinder her chances of trying to conceive. After a year of recovery, including heart surgery, she received approval to undergo IVF with certain limitations. However, despite multiple attempts with her own eggs and her husband's sperm, Becky faced more miscarriages, causing her mental health to deteriorate. In her lowest moment, Becky was struggling despite her background as a mental health nurse practitioner. On the day of her final IVF attempt, she rushed home to take a pregnancy test, hoping for a positive result. However, the ongoing challenges took a toll on her mental well-being.
“You have to take care of your holistic self. It's not just not drinking alcohol, eating healthy. You have to also work on your mental health because your mind and your brain controls the rest of your body. So it comes down to ‘what can I control’? Because a lot of the things we lose control of when we go through fertility treatment, however, we can take control of our holistic health. That’s what we can do and be okay with.”
Tune in to this episode for an inspiring and heartwarming account that will leave you inspired.
Becky offers all of our listeners some great resources.
Please contact her via her website for her free CBT course: Ninja Mind F$&@ therapy
Her book The Search for the Magical Egg
Www.beckymorrison.ca
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23. Heather's Story of Premature Menopause and TESE

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08/29/23 • 36 min

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In this episode, Heather's journey towards parenthood took an unexpected turn, filled with challenges and self-discovery.

In her own words, Heather reflects on her earlier naivety when it came to conception and pregnancy. Having effortlessly conceived her first born in her twenties, Heather believed that expanding her family would not pose any difficulties. Little did she know that this next chapter of her life would prove to be challenging.

Before Heather could even consider having another child, she and her husband faced a significant hurdle—his vasectomy. Initially, her husband was hesitant about the idea, and they found themselves on different pages.

However, Heather's determination prevailed, and together, they decided to pursue a reversal procedure. While many professionals cautioned against it, they proceeded with a TESI procedure (Testicular Sperm Extraction). It wasn't an easy decision, and it took time for Heather to convince her husband that it was the right path to take.

Following the TESI procedure, Heather dove headfirst into her first cycle of trying to conceive. However, she soon faced a setback. Her doctors expressed doubt about the process, given her age and underlying perimenopause symptoms. Although she initially remained optimistic, the truth was eventually revealed—premature menopause. It was a harsh reality to accept.

Nevertheless, Heather's spirit refused to be defeated. She swiftly redirected her focus to exploring the option of using donor eggs. Even before her own cycle was canceled, she had already begun researching and considering this alternative path. Deep down, Heather felt a profound calling to pursue this route. It was as if her dreams and intuitions were guiding her towards this pathway to motherhood.

One fascinating aspect that Heather shared was the vivid dreams she experienced, where she envisioned herself holding her future baby. “there was a calling of my heart that this was something that we wanted to do. It seemed a little bit supernatural. I kept having really vivid dreams about having the baby in my dream.”

It was as if an unexplainable force was urging her to embark on this journey. The energy and determination she felt resonated with the belief that these unborn souls choose their parents and guide them on their path. This realization brought Heather solace, confirming that her calling was not in vain. To witness Heather’s incredible journey of hope.

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45. Vision Board & Intentions Workshop with Debby Lewis

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02/07/24 • 34 min

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This episode is a recording of a live webinar workshop and guided meditation about creating vision boards and planning for the future, with an incredible guest and yoga expert Debbie Lewis.
The episode focuses on helping you gain clarity in your journey of egg donation and find balance in your life during the IVF process. The process of creating a vision board is also discussed in detail, to inspire you in your personal fertility journey, career or other life areas and just how simple it can truly be to align with the future version of your life that you are edging towards.
Your FREE Gifts: Vision board Kit, more images, affirmation images, health images and the wonderful Setting your Intentions Journal
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60. From Doubt to Double Joy: Steph’s Twin Miracle with Donor Eggs

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06/11/24 • 46 min

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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 Program
Find out more about the 6 week Coaching Program starting 1st August 2024
Freedom Fertility Formula
"Calm, Confident, and in Control" Meditation

Contact Information:
Adele O'Connor - Fertility Coach and Hynotherapist
www.donoreggmama.com
[email protected]
@donoreggmama
Tune in to hear Steph's inspiring journey and gain insights and support for your own donor egg IVF journey.

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10. Melissa's Story of Strength and Resilience

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05/23/23 • 43 min

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In this episode I talk to Melissa Nath a nurse and fur mom to two great danes and a cat called Nikita.
Mel is a mama in waiting and has been on a huge fertility journey already.
"Our journey started nearly 5 years ago when a GYN deemed us ttc because we weren’t preventing pregnancy. At this time we were like if it happens great. A year later we got more serious with me turning 41 and my husband really always wanting children. my husband is as the first to get tested and we learned then that we were working with low sperm count and 0% morphology. I was placed on ovulation induction medication 7 months later. Then COVID hit and we spent another 7 months with medicated cycles at home. Oct 2020 we had our consult with our clinic and in Nov 2020 we cycled for our first of 5 failed IUI cycles. April 2021 we were told it was time to move to IVF and that donor would likely be the best option. June & Sept 2021 we did an egg retrieval and none of our embryos made it to blastocyst. Oct 21 we were told it was time to decide on donor conception. We chose a donor in November 2021 and she had her egg retrieval January 2022. Since we have had 3 FET, one that failed and two that resulted in miscarriage. Currently undergoing testing to find a reason for the miscarriages. "
In this episode we discuss:

Mel's greatest challenge on this journey

"Though we knew that we possibly needed to use donor eggs from the very beginning of our IVF journey, it was still hard to consider, losing my genetics and fear of what other people would think."

The emotional roller coaster.

"Grief and despair from loss in many ways. Excitement in each stage"

Her biggest tip to fellow IVF warriors

"Advocate for yourself. Do not wait. You don’t need a referral to the fertility clinic. If you think there is something wrong even if there isn’t be the squeaky wheel and be seen."
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You can also help Mel to reach her mama goal by donating to her go fund me page here

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48. Egg Donor Insights with Global Egg Donors Founder, Robin Newman

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02/27/24 • 39 min

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In this episode, I speak to Robin Newman, the founder of Global Egg Donors.
Robin shares her incredible personal journey of transforming her battle with unexplained infertility into a global cause, helping prospective parents around the world. Robin's insights are especially beneficial for those struggling with secondary infertility and those residing in Australia which faces unique egg donation challenges.
This discussion touches on many aspects of the egg donation process, including:

choosing the right donor,
the impact of the donor's location,
the considerations of using fresh or frozen embryos,
the role of PGT testing,
her process of the donor traveling to your country,
how her Global Egg Donor process works,

And much more, so be sure to check this one out and get in touch with Robin for more information via her links below:
Website www.GlobalEggDonors.com
To view egg donors www.globaleggdonors.com/donor/list/
WhatsApp Robin +1.207.560.7741
Facebook @GlobalEggDonors
Instagram @globaleggdonors
Pinterest @GlobalEggDonors
Tik Tok @globaleggdonors

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68. Behind the scenes at Donor Nexus: Jazmine Corona's journey from Egg Donor to IP Case Manager

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09/03/24 • 21 min

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In this episode, we sit down with Jazmine Corona, a dedicated IP Case Manager at Donor Nexus, a boutique egg and embryo donation agency based in California. Jazmine shares her unique journey from being an egg donor herself to guiding intended parents through the emotional and practical aspects of selecting a donor.

Jazmine discusses the motivations behind her decision to become an egg donor, the physical and emotional experiences she encountered during her donations, and how these experiences have shaped her approach to supporting intended parents. She also offers invaluable advice on balancing the emotional and financial aspects of choosing a donor, the importance of communication, and how to navigate the challenges that can arise during the donor egg journey.

Whether you are considering egg donation, currently navigating the donor egg process, or simply interested in the complexities of fertility journeys, Jazmine’s insights provide a compassionate and informative perspective on this life-changing experience.

Key Topics Discussed:

Jazmine's personal journey as an egg donor and what inspired her to help others in their fertility journeys.
The role of an intended parent case manager and the day-to-day responsibilities involved.
Common concerns and fears faced by intended parents when starting their donor egg journey.
The process of selecting a donor and how to navigate the emotional and practical aspects.
Success stories and challenges in working with intended parents.
Jazmine’s thoughts on her future family and how her work in fertility has influenced her own hopes and dreams.

Learn more at donornexus.com

You can follow Donor Nexus on instagram @donor.nexus

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53. The Egg Donor's Journey, with Karen from Global Egg Donors

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04/02/24 • 27 min

This episode features Karen, a former egg donor who now serves as the lead donor coordinator for Global Egg Donors. Karen discusses her experience as an egg donor, the process of egg donation at Global Egg Donors, and the rewarding experiences she has had while being part of many people's fertility journeys.
She also acknowledges the emotional challenges faced by women on this path and shares some heart-warming stories of egg donation. Karen's insights provide valuable information and reassurance to those considering or embarking on the journey of egg donation.
Connect with Global Egg Donors here

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40. A Guided Hypnosis to Cope With Loss and Grief

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01/02/24 • 14 min

This episode is a beautiful guided hypnosis track that Adele uses for her clients who are having to explore the emotions that come with grief and loss. She wanted to share it with you, her gorgeous podcast community in case there is anyone who is also in the depths of these emotions right now and needs another level of support.
If you know anyone who is on their own fertility journey and you believe they might benefit from listening to this beautiful hypnosis track, please share this with them.

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Donor Egg Support Conversations currently has 75 episodes available.

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The podcast is about Parenting, Kids & Family, Fertility, Ivf, Mindset, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Coach and Emotions.

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The episode title '8. Emma Gronbaek - Donor Child' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Donor Egg Support Conversations is 34 minutes.

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Episodes of Donor Egg Support Conversations are typically released every 7 days.

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The first episode of Donor Egg Support Conversations was released on Sep 18, 2022.

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