Create A Happy Family

In this episode we have the joy of getting to speak with Dr. Dara Havemann, a wife, mom, and reproductive endocrinologist at Dallas IVF. In this episode Dr. Havemann discusses the evolution of IVF techniques, the intriguing differences between fresh and frozen embryos and explains the many different processes involved in a very understandable way. With empathy and expertise, she navigates the delicate decisions surrounding all the choices when it comes to everyone's unique infertility journey, ensuring the best outcomes for everyone involved.  We dive into discussions on debunking fertility myths, navigating legal landscapes, and the transformative power of education in the fertility journey. We also get to hear what distinguishes Dallas IVF as clinic for hopeful families, where compassion and cutting-edge care converge and discuss how the impact of how her own journey to parenthood has shaped the way she is able to be a support to her patients. From the altruistic marvels of egg donation to the profound emotional landscapes of surrogacy, Dr. Havemann unveils the roadmap to parenthood with grace, wisdom and a little bit of humor. Along the way, she pays homage to the remarkable women who have shaped her journey, all while sharing her enduring love for the simple joys, like a comforting cup of coffee.

Takeaways

• Infertility can be an emotional rollercoaster, and it is important to seek counseling and support to navigate the challenges.
• The difference between fresh and frozen embryos, the egg retrieval and IVF process.
• Myths surrounding fertility treatments can be debunked through education and understanding.
•  Legal changes can impact fertility treatments, and the importance of education. 
• Getting started on the fertility journey involves seeking information and support from fertility professionals.

LINKS FOR MORE INFORMATION

• Link for Resolve - Find a support group
• Link to Texas Family Code
• Alabama update
• Dallas IVF
• Dr. Dara Havemann- @drdarahavemann
• Instagram  
• TikTok 
• Facebook
• YouTube
• Vimeo 
• Yelp
• Pinterest

In this episode Dr. Dorette Noorhasan shares her personal journey through infertility and surrogacy, highlighting the influential women in her life and her passion for reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She discusses the emotional challenges of becoming a patient and navigating fertility treatments and surrogacy. Dr. Noorhasan emphasizes the importance of finding the right surrogate and maintaining a strong support system. You can find more details about her story in her book, Miracle Baby: A Fertility Doctor's Fight for Motherhood as well as her other book.  She also shares insights into her practice at CCRM Dallas and the benefits of her personal experience in understanding and relating to her patients. 

Takeaways

• Never give up and keep trying, no matter the obstacles.
• Find a strong support system and lean on them during the journey.
• Choose a surrogate who shares your views and values on pregnancy.
• Maintain open communication and a positive relationship with your surrogate and the support system around you

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In this weeks episode we get to hear from Laura, a mother who used egg donation to create her beautiful family over 10 years ago. Laura talks to us about how she and her husband navigated their journey, how they talk to their children about their story and advice for other intended parents. 

Topics Covered

Personal Journey

• Path to choosing egg donation
• Honoring your donor conceived children
• Navigating telling others

Research

• Agency vs. egg bank
• Personal care with an agency experience

Matching Process

• Relationship with your donor

LINKS

Resources

Children's Book

Donor Conception Network - 

We are Donor Conceived - 

Blogs - https://eggdonorsolutions.com/intended-parents/the-donor-sibling-registry/, book recommendations- 

https://eggdonorsolutions.com/intended-parents/resources-for-intended-parents-2/

https://eggdonorsolutions.com/intended-parents/a-parents-perspective-on-the-benefits-of-having-a-known-donor/

Donor Conception Awareness Day: How I talk to my daughter about being donor conceived.

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In this weeks episode we get to listen to two amazing donors reflect on their journeys, talk about their unique but similar experiences, some advice and ultimately their "why" behind helping a family grow through egg donation.

Topics Covered

Personal Journey

• Influences and support
• Reasons for becoming an egg donor

Research

• Agency vs. egg bank
• Personal care with an agency experience

Matching Process

• Known donor vs. anonymous
• Relationship after

LINKS

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We are so excited to kick off our second season with Jackie and Kaitlin! Despite being on opposites sides of the country, distance was never a factor in how close they became as they went on this amazing surrogacy journey. But before they found one another they each had a few bumps as they began researching how to even begin this process. This is an amazing episode full of magic and helpful to anyone who feels overwhelmed on where to start!

Topics Covered

Personal Journey

• Surrogacy and fertility journey with loss
• Matching process, and personal preferences.
•  Delivery day and beyond

Research

• Red flags
• Agency differences
• Agency reliability

Matching Process

• Timeline
• Bond despite distance

LINKS

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If you want to connect with our amazing ladies from todays episode, please go check them out on Instagram- JACKIE   &   KATILIN

Please enjoy this special episode, an education webinar that we feature for potential intended parents through egg donation. It's an amazing resource that outlines the emotional process you go through as an intended parent pursuing egg donation as a way to grow your family.

If you have further questions, you can reach out to [email protected] or visit our website at www.createahappyfamily.com

In this week's episode, we get to listen to three of our amazing donors! We hear hilarious stories from their cycles, tips, and ultimately the "why" behind their choice to give in this way to help create happy families.

Interested in finding out more about the egg donation program? Please go to https://eggdonorinformation.com/

Meet Mikela and Denise, who are part of our Egg Donor Education Team! In this episode you will hear Mikela's beautiful story about her own egg donation cycle, as well as FAQs and tips about the application process. These two ladies have such a passion when it comes to creating happy families through egg donation!

Blog Reference:

https://eggdonorsolutions.com/egg-donors/tips-when-creating-your-egg-donor-profile/

https://eggdonorsolutions.com/egg-donors/is-egg-donation-right-for-you/

https://eggdonorsolutions.com/egg-donors/essentials-to-know-when-deciding-to-be-an-egg-donor/

Meet Tot and Gregory! Two amazing dads to the sweetest little boy. We get to hear their parenthood story starting with egg donation and then moving forward with an amazing surrogate. It was a beautiful journey full of ups and downs that eventually led to the creation of this happy family!

ART Attorney mentioned in this episode :) https://karenpersis.com/

Mariam Shahab is an inclusive communications and digital marketing strategist but her favorite job title is "mama." She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband and son who was born via gestational surrogacy in September 2021. She's an advocate for inclusive parenthood journeys and a champion for diversity and inclusion because #representationmatters. She has shared her story on her own social media channels as well as Motherly!

https://www.mother.ly/life/motherly-stories/path-to-parenthood/

https://www.instagram.com/p/CVL-dthlm7S/ 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CTUabt3FjYH/