Never Thought We'd Be Here

Building Relationships Through Embryo Donation -- Meet Genieve and Clare


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In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel is joined by Genieve and Clare, Embryo Donor and Recipient. 


This conversation explores the journey of embryo donation through the experiences of Genieve and Clare, who share their expectations, emotional challenges, and the evolving relationship between donor and recipient families. 


Together they discuss the importance of communication, setting boundaries, and the joy of building a family through this unique process. Their dialogue highlights the significance of openness and honesty in navigating the complexities of embryo donation and the beautiful connections that can form as a result.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Embryo Donation Journey

05:14 Building Relationships Through Communication

10:40 Establishing Communication Ground Rules

16:26 Reflections on the Journey and Future Plans

23:10 The Dance of Co-Parenting

31:33 Support Systems and Family Reactions


Thank you for listening! To learn more about EM•POWER with Moxi or Moxi Matching, visit our ⁠⁠website⁠⁠.


You can also check Clare out as she shares her story on the CBS evening news.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/embryo-donation-on-the-rise-families-connection/


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