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In this episode, I shared a heartfelt and candid conversation with Alison, a teacher from Hong Kong who wanted to have her own baby at the age of 40. She shared her personal journey of trying to conceive and the challenges she faced along the way.

Alison initially hesitated to pursue the option of donor eggs and spent a significant amount of money on IVF. Her body did not respond well to hormones and regular IVF treatments. She then attempted donor egg treatment in Thailand, but felt scammed by an unqualified doctor, which led her to experience feelings of despair. She later went to Greece and underwent three successful transfers, but unfortunately miscarried.

During her journey to becoming a mother, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and Hong Kong went into lockdown, preventing her from leaving the country. Adding to her hardships, she discovered one day that her husband had left her, forcing her to choose between the baby or her marriage. Despite the disappointment of failed attempts and the emotional toll it took, Alison expressed her unwavering determination to have a baby.

After enduring six rounds of IVF, including four cycles with donor eggs, she finally succeeded in her seventh attempt and joyfully welcomed her long-awaited and deeply cherished child into the world.

However, after conceiving, she received a call from her best friend, who wanted to end their relationship because she believed Alison would become needy due to her pregnancy. Along her journey, she lost both her husband and her best friend. Nevertheless, she found support from numerous people, including old friends and a group of supporters.

"Basically, love and support have come from the strangest places because everything that should have supported me didn't, and all these unexpected people have provided support. So, yeah, it's been quite beautiful."

Don't miss Alison's remarkable story of resilience and hope as she shares her experiences with fertility astrology, the challenges she faced, and the unexpected sources of love and support she found. This episode is a powerful reminder to keep an open mind when dealing with infertility challenges. Listen now for inspiration and to witness the joy of welcoming her long-awaited child into the world.

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In this episode, we hear the incredible journey of Lily, who was diagnosed with Turner's syndrome at the age of 15. Turner's syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects one in 2,500 female births, characterised by the absence of part or all of one X chromosome. This condition leads to various health issues, including heart problems, hearing loss, short stature, and most importantly, fertility challenges.

Lily always dreamt of becoming a mother and took on a nurturing role early in life, caring for her younger sister. After a few failed relationships and considering her fertility challenges, Lily decided to pursue motherhood through either adoption or a donation process. Given the complexities of her condition, she had to undergo hormone treatments and growth hormone injections to help her grow physically and prepare for fertility treatments.

She embarked on her journey to parenthood by using both egg and sperm donors. Her first attempt at IVF was successful, and she gave birth to her son. However, her second attempt resulted in a failed transfer, which brought its own set of challenges. Lily later learned that her son also had a genetic condition, and she had to focus on getting him diagnosed and receiving proper support.

Determined to have another child, Lily saved up money for a third attempt at IVF. She traveled to Barcelona, Spain, for the treatment, and this time, the process went more smoothly. Lily underwent acupuncture and followed various rituals, including eating pineapple and wearing warm socks, as per popular beliefs to enhance IVF success.

Through perseverance and the support of her friends, Lily successfully completed her third IVF transfer. Currently, she is seven weeks pregnant and experiencing all the emotions that come with early pregnancy. She is hopeful and excited about the journey ahead.

Throughout her journey, Lily faced challenges, but she never let her condition hinder her dreams of motherhood. Her story highlights the resilience, determination, and love that can lead to fulfilling dreams and creating a beautiful family, despite the obstacles life throws our way. We wish Lily the best in her pregnancy and celebrate her courage in sharing her amazing journey with us. Tune in to this episode for an inspiring and heartwarming account of determination to become a mother despite the challenges of Turners.

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In this episode, we are joined by Jessica, a wife, mother, and mental health therapist from Oklahoma, USA. Jessica’s path to motherhood was rough from the very start, as she received the devastating diagnosis of premature ovarian failure at age 24.

The fairy tale that we all take for granted of natural conception was shattered and she struggled with her mental health. The irony that she should be at the peak of her fertility in her 20’s was hard to bear and she sank into a deep depression.

After knowing about her condition, Jessica sought help from two doctors regarding her situation, and they provided contrasting advice. One convinced her that she can't conceive naturally, while the second one told her that she can still try for at least a month to see if it works. Jessica was not convinced that she could get pregnant naturally and made a courageous decision at 29 to embrace the donor egg pathway to parenthood.

Dedicated to being a mother, Jessica embarked on six trips over nine months, opting for donor egg IVF at CNY in New York.

It took her four transfers, and then she finally achieved pregnancy with her son, who is approaching his third birthday.

Jessica shared that the biggest help came from her husband and family's support. She said:

“ I think the biggest thing for me was I relied on my husband and my family for support. I talked to them about how I was feeling. And I think that was a big thing. I knew from my past that I don't want to talk about the things I'm struggling with and I found that it was best for me to reach out and talk about how I was feeling.”

Leaning on her faith also played a pivotal role in her journey. She found solace in being prepared for different outcomes, regardless of whether the path led to success or further challenges.

Jessica's journey ignited her passion for raising awareness about the donor egg pathway. She emphasizes the value of sharing stories, destigmatizing emotions, and helping others navigate their emotional complexities more efficiently.
Through her trials, Jessica found her inner strength and resilience. Shifting her mindset, she recognized her journey as a source of strength rather than brokenness, transforming her feelings of isolation into growth and healing.

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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 was
recommended 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 a
contributing factor to successfully conceiving her daughter.
Taking a five-year break to prepare financially and emotionally for a donor egg cycle, Rebecca aimed to
complete her family of three. Desiring a sibling for her daughter, she recognized that using a donor egg
was the way forward. The couple once again embarked on an IVF adventure, this time choosing San
Diego Fertility Centre for the donor egg transfer.
Despite a heart-wrenching setback with her initial donor selection, they eventually experienced a
successful transfer, welcoming their son into the family. Rebecca shares with us how she explained the
egg 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 has
nurtured a strong and trusting family relationship. For her, a family's essence is defined more by the
love, 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 their
instincts, embrace the uniqueness of their family dynamic, and maintain open communication with their
children.
A common concern voiced by many women seeking to complete their family via egg donation is the fear
that 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't
define our connection.”
Rebecca’s story helps ease worries and doubts for those concerned about their feelings toward their
donor egg child. Tune in to episode 26 to hear Rebecca’s personal account of her fertility journey and
how she overcame common donor egg mindset hurdles along the way.

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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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