The most‑asked question: “If I don’t use my genetics, will the baby be mine?” Lauren Tassi (Your IVF BFF) shares her three‑year journey—how she moved from repeated IVF to choosing donor embryos—and what finally made the decision feel 100% hers.   
  Practical insights on identity, language, epigenetics (carrying/parenting), hidden costs/expectations, and what to consider if you’re weighing donor embryos vs more IVF or donor eggs.
  You’ll hear:   
  - The turning point from IVF/donor eggs to donor embryos   
  - “Is it still my baby?”—belonging, language, and epigenetics   
  - Surprises: money, timelines, emotions, and partner dynamics   
  - Scripts that helped (family/friends and self‑talk)   
  - Advice if you’re considering donor embryos now
Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullykidding/ 
Follow Lauren on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hopefullykidding
#DonorEmbryos #DonorConception #Fertility #IVF #TTC #PatientStory #YourIVFBFF #WomensHealth #ThirdPartyReproduction

The most‑asked question: “If I don’t use my genetics, will the baby be mine?” Lauren Tassi (Your IVF BFF) shares her three‑year journey—how she moved from repeated IVF to choosing donor embryos—and what finally made the decision feel 100% hers. Practical insights on identity, language, epigenetics (carrying/parenting), hidden costs/expectations, and what to consider if you’re weighing donor embryos vs more IVF or donor eggs. You’ll hear: - The turning point from IVF/donor eggs to donor embryos - “Is it still my baby?”—belonging, language, and epigenetics - Surprises: money, timelines, emotions, and partner dynamics - Scripts that helped (family/friends and self‑talk) - Advice if you’re considering donor embryos now Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullykidding/ Follow Lauren on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hopefullykidding #DonorEmbryos #DonorConception #Fertility #IVF #TTC #PatientStory #YourIVFBFF #WomensHealth #ThirdPartyReproduction

The most‑asked question: “If I don’t use my genetics, will the baby be mine?” Lauren Tassi (Your IVF BFF) shares her three‑year journey—how she moved from repeated IVF to choosing donor embryos—and what finally made the decision feel 100% hers. &nbsp; 
&nbsp; Practical insights on identity, language, epigenetics (carrying/parenting), hidden costs/expectations, and what to consider if you’re weighing donor embryos vs more IVF or donor eggs.
&nbsp; You’ll hear: &nbsp; 
&nbsp; - The turning point from IVF/donor eggs to donor embryos &nbsp; 
&nbsp; - “Is it still my baby?”—belonging, language, and epigenetics &nbsp; 
&nbsp; - Surprises: money, timelines, emotions, and partner dynamics &nbsp; 
&nbsp; - Scripts that helped (family/friends and self‑talk) &nbsp; 
&nbsp; - Advice if you’re considering donor embryos now
Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullykidding/ 
Follow Lauren on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hopefullykidding
#DonorEmbryos #DonorConception #Fertility #IVF #TTC #PatientStory #YourIVFBFF #WomensHealth #ThirdPartyReproduction

Donor Embryos: Is It Still My Baby? (Patient Story) | Lauren Tassi

Welcome to Building Your Family, the only expert-guided community platform designed for parents and parents-to-be using reproductive medicine to build their families. We provide unique strategies to help make your path to parenthood smoother and more informed—empowering you to navigate the critical decisions that shape your family’s future.

At Building Your Family, we’ve already helped thousands of people navigate the complexities of family building and parenting with confidence. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and strategies to make these life-changing decisions with greater clarity, resulting in better outcomes and fewer regrets.

We understand that many of the decisions you make along this journey can’t be undone, and that’s why our approach is all about offering you practical, actionable steps that you can start applying right now. Our educational components are tailored to help you think differently, make more informed choices, and take control of your experience—from fertility treatments to parenting strategies.

Whether you’re just starting out or already deep into your journey, Building Your Family is here to guide you with expert advice, specialized education, stress-reduction strategies, and the community support you need to make the best choices for you and your family.

For more information, sign up for our newsletter, you will be able to stay up to date with the episodes, get information about our programs and most of all join our warm community. 
And follow us on social.//
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Follow along on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecenterforfamilybuilding/

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Welcome to Building Your Family, the only expert-guided community platform designed for parents and parents-to-be using reproductive medicine to build their families. We provide unique strategies to help make your path to parenthood smoother and more informed—empowering you to navigate the critical decisions that shape your family’s future. At Building Your Family, we’ve already helped thousands of people navigate the complexities of family building and parenting with confidence. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and strategies to make these life-changing decisions with greater clarity, resulting in better outcomes and fewer regrets. We understand that many of the decisions you make along this journey can’t be undone, and that’s why our approach is all about offering you practical, actionable steps that you can start applying right now. Our educational components are tailored to help you think differently, make more informed choices, and take control of your experience—from fertility treatments to parenting strategies. Whether you’re just starting out or already deep into your journey, Building Your Family is here to guide you with expert advice, specialized education, stress-reduction strategies, and the community support you need to make the best choices for you and your family. For more information, sign up for our newsletter, you will be able to stay up to date with the episodes, get information about our programs and most of all join our warm community. And follow us on social.// Monthly email: https://familybuilding.net/newsletter-sign-up/ Watch the podcast on YouTube http://bit.ly/3E49Z1k Follow along on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecenterforfamilybuilding/

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