Building your family

From Heartache to Happiness: A Journey with Male Factor Infertility and Sperm


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Join us for an engaging episode as we sit down with Alex from @pursuingfatherhood to discuss his incredible journey of bonding after male infertility and choosing sperm donation. Alex opens up about his personal story, sharing both the challenges and triumphs he faced on his path to parenthood.

In this episode, we dive into:

The process of grieving vs. trying to remain positive.

How Alex resolved his shock and made peace with male infertility.
The role of therapy in helping him make informed decisions when choosing a donor.
The benefits Alex and his family gained through sperm donation.
His thoughtful approach to talking to his daughter about her origins.
Alex's heartfelt experience of bonding with his daughter.

Join us as we explore the importance of openness, resilience, and love in building a nurturing family environment. Whether you're just beginning your journey or looking for support along the way, this episode offers valuable guidance and insights to inspire and inform.

 

 

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Author: Building Your Family; The Complete Guide to Donor Conception https://read.macmillan.com/lp/building-your-family/

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