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Embryo Adoption: From Heartache to Hope
One day, a nurse casually mentioned embryo adoption during an appointment. He was intrigued, but Hannah was immediately convinced. “I thought: Yes, that’s what we’re going to do.”
Embracing Gratitude and Resilience This Thanksgiving
In times of struggle, the concept of gratitude can even evoke anger. How can you be thankful when you’re facing multiple miscarriages or grappling with loss?
How Many Embryos Should I Adopt?
One of the benefits of embryo adoption is that adopting families have the potential for giving birth to multiple children over time, especially if they adopt a larger set (sometimes called a cohort) of embryos.
The Donor Conceived Community Deserves to Know Their Origins
As more families explore the option of embryo adoption and donation, many are surprised to discover most programs encourage an open knowledge model. Initially, some families may worry that openness means sharing parental responsibilities, but that could not be further from the truth.
Over 25 Years of Embryo Adoption: A Unique Path to Parenthood
As we celebrate National Adoption Month in November, we often acknowledge those adopted through traditional means. Yet, embryo adoption—a unique and equally beautiful form of family building—often goes unnoticed.
Embryo Donation: It Was For Stella
We were left with four remaining embryos, which overwhelmed us. Feeling stuck, we did what many couples in our position do—we paid the embryo storage fees and put off the decision.
Finding the Right Fertility Clinic for Your Embryo Adoption
When embarking of the journey of growing your family through embryo adoption, finding the right fertility clinic can feel overwhelming. You should consider many factors throughout the process, including your values, goals, and medical needs.
Honoring Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day: Finding Hope and Healing
For many parents, the loss of a pregnancy or infant is an isolating experience. While others may expect them to “move on” or believe that they will “get over it,” the grief can linger for years, often remaining unspoken.
Embryo Adoption Journey: Should You Choose PGT-A Tested Embryos?
Many fertility specialists advocate for the use of PGT-A, as it can help identify chromosomal errors, which could lead to miscarriage or health issues in a resulting child. However, it is important to note that PGT-A is not a definitive assessment of an embryo’s overall health.
Twelve Steps to Processing an Infertility Diagnosis
Mentally processing an infertility diagnosis involves navigating a range of emotions, coping strategies, and adjustments.Here is a step-by-step guide to help manage the mental and emotional aspects of infertility.
Our Journey to Parenthood: Finding Joy through Embryo Adoption
In May 2020, friends told us about another couple who had a baby through embryo adoption. Despite our seven-year struggle to have children, we had never heard of this option. Both of us immediately felt this was the right path for us.
A Guide to Understanding Embryo Quality
Embryo quality refers to a grade given to an embryo by an embryologist or fertility specialist, and it is said to predict the likelihood that an embryo will develop into a successful pregnancy and healthy baby.
Bridging the Gap: What Adoptive Parents Should Know About Embryo Donors
Adopting embryos is an incredible way to grow your family while experiencing the joys of pregnancy and childbirth. Although navigating the emotions and establishing a relationship with the placing family can be challenging, it’s important to understand their perspective.
Understanding the Emotional Journey: What Embryo Donors Should Know from Adoptive Families
While navigating the emotions that come with donating embryos and establishing a relationship with the adoptive family can be difficult, it’s important to consider their perspective, as well.
Grieving Loss through Embryo Adoption
The journey of embryo adoption is one filled with hope, anticipation, and dreams of parenthood. However, the path is not always straightforward, and sometimes, despite our best efforts and unwavering hope, we face the heartbreak of embryos not surviving the thaw or failed transfers.