Never Thought We'd Be Here

The Importance of Being True to Yourself as an Embryo Donor--Meet Suzanne


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In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel is joined by embryo donor Suzanne.


In this conversation, Maya and Suzanne talk about her journey through IVF and the decision to donate her remaining embryos. Suzanne shares her emotional experiences, the challenges she faced during her pregnancies, and the importance of finding the right recipients for her embryos. 


Their discussion highlights the evolving relationships between donors and recipients, the emotional complexities of embryo donation, and the hope for future families. Suzanne also offers advice for potential donors, emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself throughout the process.


Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Embryo Donation Journey

02:52 The Decision to Donate Embryos

05:40 Finding the Right Recipients

12:12 The Match Meeting Experience

20:59 Building Relationships with Recipients

29:08 Navigating Success and Challenges

35:20 Reflections and Advice for Future Donors


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