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Male Factor Infertility: A Father’s Day Reminder That You’re Not Alone
Male factor infertility can show up in several ways. Despite how common this is many men and their spouses find there are limited resources and support available.
How to Support Family Members Pursuing Embryo Adoption
For many people, adoption is a fairly unknown topic, and it can feel very different when a family member announces that they are adopting. Questions will naturally come up, and it can feel difficult when you genuinely want to help but are unsure where to begin. Here are three tips to keep in mind when supporting extended family members who are pursuing embryo adoption.
Budgeting for Embryo Adoption: Costs, Grants, and Insurance Tips
As you begin researching embryo adoption, learning about the process, and trying to create a plan to move forward, one of the biggest concerns that often rises to the surface is the financial aspect of the journey.
The Journey We Didn’t Plan but Would Choose Again
When we began researching our options, we assumed we would pursue either a traditional domestic adoption or possibly an international one. Embryo adoption was not something we had previously considered.
Navigating the Emotional Side of Embryo Donation – Tips for Coping with Attachment, Grief, and Hope
When you entrust your embryos to another family through adoption, you are affirming that your embryos deserve the opportunity to be born into a loving family and you are offering a gift to parents who share the same deep longing that you once carried.
Top 10 Questions to Ask Your Embryo Adoption Program
Each embryo adoption program operates a little differently, and understanding those differences upfront can help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Mother’s Day: Holding Hope, Grief, and Love Together
Mother’s Day carries a unique weight in the world of embryo adoption. For many, it is a day celebrating the women who have nurtured and shaped our lives. But for those walking through infertility, it can feel more complicated.
The Three We Let Go: Our Embryo Donation Story
After four years of tears, countless medications, physical pain, emotional exhaustion, and the quiet, persistent hope—we could not imagine choosing to end their story simply because our family felt complete.
National Infertility Awareness Week: Awareness to Advocacy
Every April, millions of people pause to recognize National Infertility Awareness Week, a movement dedicated to breaking stigma, amplifying stories, and advocating for equitable access to care.
Embryo Adoption Dictionary: Which terms to use, and when!
The world of adoption often feels overwhelming, and it brings with it a completely new vocabulary. We’re here to help you understand some terms that are commonly swapped, what they all mean, and when to use which word!
Crafting a Family Profile for Embryo Adoption or Donation
The goal is to create a family profile that feels genuine, warm, and truly effective for finding the right match. But getting started can often feel overwhelming; one of the most common hurdles is simply figuring out where to begin.
Chosen Twice: Our Family’s Embryo Adoption Story
What especially moved us was learning about the growing number of frozen embryos in storage. We were deeply compelled by the opportunity to give a child the chance to live and grow.
Letting Go of Genetic Expectations in Embryo Adoption
Carrying the child through pregnancy and giving birth can create a deep physical and emotional connection that may blur the distinction when it comes to genetic ties. It is important for adoptive parents to intentionally acknowledge and process the genetic differences early on, so they can approach their child’s story with honesty and sensitivity as their family grows.
Understanding the Role of Embryo Donors
If you have remaining embryo from previous IVF cycles and are considering placing them with an adoptive family, you may find yourself asking some important questions about your role in the adoption process.
Why Do Embryo Adoption Programs Require a Home Study?
Home studies are extremely beneficial to embryo adoptive parents and to the children and placing families involved. Whether you are adopting embryos through an adoption agency or another organization, a home study, criminal background check, and/or psychological evaluation is often required.