Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Christina Burns welcomes Lori Metz, a therapist specializing in fertility, to discuss the journey of becoming a donor parent. Lori shares her insights on the emotional aspects, the impact of donor conception, and the importance of transparency and support. This episode provides valuable information for anyone considering donor conception and navigating the complexities of the fertility journey.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The importance of early conversations about donor conception options.
• The emotional and psychological aspects of becoming a donor parent.
• How epigenetics plays a role in donor conception.
• Strategies for addressing societal judgments and family opinions.
• The importance of transparency and support for donor-conceived children.
• Practical tips for preparing to be a parent of a donor child.

Timestamps:

• [00:03:00] Discussing the importance of early conversations about donor options
• [00:10:00] Emotional aspects and challenges of donor conception
• [00:20:00] The role of epigenetics in donor conception
• [00:30:00] Addressing societal judgments and family opinions
• [00:40:00] Preparing to be a parent of a donor child
• [00:50:00] The importance of transparency and support for donor-conceived children
• [01:00:00] Lori's resources and contact information

About Lori Metz:

Lori Metz, LCSW, CCM, BC-TMH. Therapist Specializing in Fertility: Lori works with individuals, couples, and groups on their journey to conception, offering workshops and therapy sessions. Author: Lori wrote "I Dreamed of You," a story about an egg donor baby. Podcast Host: Lori hosts the podcast "Life, Love, Insight, Fertility Experience." Initiative Advocate: Lori is working on including donor conception and adoption in the medical intake process.

About Dr. Christina Burns:

Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, Dr. Burns has been in practice since 2004. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."

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