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#37 Is embryo donation right for you? an IVF mom's unique choice - Ashley Herring


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What do you do with extra embryos?

Your family’s finally complete, and it took a tremendous journey to get here, didnt it? Yet, there's one more decision looming over you. A deeply personal one that could impact your family’s life for years to come. What will you do with the extra embryos?

Ashley Herring was once in your shoes, facing this exact decision.

Now… What would you do with 12 remaining embryos? 

That’s what our guest, Ashley Herring’s, was faced with.  


Listen as she shares:

  • Her journey with PCOS, IVF and the challenges faced along the way

  • The 3 main options available for extra embryos and how she made her decision

  • Advice on finding the right fit when working with agencies and online communities

06:34 Infertility struggles, shame, financial hardship

16:47 What it feels like to finally complete your family 

19:47 Embryo donation - the road less traveled 

23:55 The difference between embryo donation and embryo adoption

26:59 Clinics and agencies that weren't aligned with her values

32:03 Being overwhelmed with hundreds of hopeful parents for her embryos


If you believe embryo donation is the right path but feel uncertain about the process, then tune in to uncover Ashley’s incredible story.

This podcast episode is a must-listen. Hear Ashley Herring’s story and gain insights that can guide you through this complex process. Don't miss out on this invaluable advice—tune in now!


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Links mentioned in the episode 

Surrogacy Starter Kit

BloomBridge Surrogacy App

Ashley Herring - Instagram


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