I Want to Donate My Embryos, But Where?

Posted on May 19th, 2020

You have come to the decision that you would like to donate your remaining embryos to a recipient. Great! You may be thinking though, “Where in the world should I donate them? Who should I donate them to? Can I … Read More

Celiac Disease & Embryo Adoption

Posted on May 12th, 2020

May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month. Celiac disease is an immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. When an individual with celiac disease ingests gluten, it triggers a reaction in the small intestine. This … Read More

Infertility Survival Day

Posted on May 5th, 2020

The month of May can be a very difficult time of year for some women. The second Sunday of May is Mother’s Day. A day that can trigger deep emotion, anguish, sorrow, and grief for those who want more than … Read More

Why the Secrecy?

Posted on April 28th, 2020

There are many adults and children living in the U.S. and the world who are a secret. No, they aren’t spies, nor are they hidden away. What is secret being how they came to exist. Donor conception has been around … Read More

Infertility Awareness Week 2020

Posted on April 21st, 2020

Infertility is a disease or condition associated with the reproductive system. It is often diagnosed after a couple has tried unsuccessfully to get pregnant for one year, or if the woman has suffered from multiple miscarriages and is under 35 … Read More

Embryo Adoption and the Adoption Tax Credit

Posted on April 14th, 2020

April 15th is Tax Day!* Filing your taxes can be a stressful time of the year. But understanding what you can credit or deduct can help make the process a bit smoother. There are many ways you may be able … Read More

The Link Between Stress and Infertility

Posted on April 7th, 2020

Did you know April is Stress Awareness Month? The link between stress levels and it’s affects on an individual’s fertility has been debated for years. It's no secret that infertility can cause depression and stress (in fact, depression levels in … Read More

Fertility Isn’t Funny: How Pregnancy Jokes Can Hurt

Posted on March 31st, 2020

Every year, on April 1st, there is a popular joke people like to play on their friends and family members. You know the one, right? It is usually done over social media. The one where it shows an ultrasound photo … Read More

Another Solution for Remaining Embryos

Posted on March 24th, 2020

I always have known I wanted to adopt. In fact, after my first in vitro success and subsequent miscarriage, we attended an adoption seminar at Nightlight Christian Adoptions. I just wanted to open all doors. I admired friends of my … Read More

The Logistics of Shipping Frozen Embryos

Posted on March 17th, 2020

There are people all over the United States with remaining embryos in frozen storage. They will not be using them for their own family building purposes. Some of them may use one of the many social media platforms or online … Read More

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