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Real, raw and honest, therapist led conversations about the emotional side of IVF, donor conception, pregnancy after loss, and everything in between.
Hosted by Adele O’Connor, registered counsellor, clinical hypnotherapist, and fertility support specialist, this podcast offers grounded insight, compassion, and lived experience for those navigating the complex realities of fertility treatment.
From managing anxiety and grief to exploring donor IVF and early pregnancy, each episode helps you find steadiness, hope, and emotional clarity on your path to parenthood.
Adele’s mission is to bring honest discussion and transparency to the fertility space, helping families feel proud of their stories and supported through every stage.
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Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this special episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal guided meditation that I created for a client who was navigating the emotional aftermath of an early miscarriage. This meditation is designed to offer solace, healing, and a sense of calm for anyone who has experienced the loss of a pregnancy—whether it was a chemical pregnancy, a loss after a donor egg transfer, or any early miscarriage. Download the meditation here How This Medit...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this heartfelt episode, we continue our conversation on the complex emotions and spiritual perspectives surrounding miscarriage, particularly for those on the donor egg journey. 💜 ✨ **What You’ll Hear:** - A discussion on the grief and confusion women experience when a miscarriage happens on a donor egg journey. - How miscarriage can be seen through a spiritual lens, as a sacred pause or moment of alignment rather than a loss. - The c...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In today’s episode, I’m tackling a deeply sensitive topic—pregnancy loss and miscarriage—especially for those who are on a donor egg journey. While donor eggs can significantly increase your chances of conceiving (often to 70-80%), the chance of experiencing a miscarriage is still present. I’ll be sharing practical tools and emotional support strategies to help you navigate this difficult experience, whether it’s a failed embryo tra...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Lynn to discuss her journey through donor egg IVF, her anxieties before becoming a mom, and how those fears melted away once her son arrived. Lynn shares the surprising and beautiful reality of how strong her bond is with her son and how genetics never even crossed her mind once he was born. Lynn offers reassurance to anyone currently navigating the donor egg path, reminding us that the love ...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode, host Adele interviews Dr. Daniel Potter, a leading reproductive endocrinologist from HRC Fertility in Newport Beach, California, and a specialist at DonorNexus. Together, they explore the emotional and medical aspects of donor egg IVF, offering hope and guidance to those embarking on this unique journey. Dr. Potter shares insights on the challenges of delivering the news that donor egg IVF is the best option for some...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode, we sit down with Jazmine Corona, a dedicated IP Case Manager at Donor Nexus, a boutique egg and embryo donation agency based in California. Jazmine shares her unique journey from being an egg donor herself to guiding intended parents through the emotional and practical aspects of selecting a donor. Jazmine discusses the motivations behind her decision to become an egg donor, the physical and emotional experiences she...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode of the Donor Egg Mama Podcast, Adele is joined by Amity Herrera, founder of Plum Egg Donor Agency, to discuss her extensive experience in the field of infertility and third-party reproduction. Key points include: Key Learnings: Empowerment Through Education: Understanding the importance of breaking the stigma around egg donation and encouraging young women to consider preserving their fertility. Personal and Professional...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode I get to talk to one of my Podcast Listeners from the UK, Lisa from Dorset. You will learn: - About her decision to use donor eggs: Lisa moves to a Czech clinic to avoid local donor complications, highlighting her thought process behind selecting anonymous donors abroad. - Emotional challenges and support: Lisa discusses overcoming emotional hurdles, including genetic loss and the fear of child resentment, and emphasizes t...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode, we delve into the critical considerations for selecting an egg donor and understanding genetics. Reflecting on my own journey, I share practical advice and offer reframes on common fears about donor selection and genetic traits. The conversation also covers the influence of epigenetics and the impact of the intended parent's environment on the baby's development. Key Learnings: Genetics Uncertainty: Unders...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode Adele explores considerations around choosing a known egg donor. This is a wonderful option and gold standard for child centred donor conception. There are also lots of considerations: What Relationship Do You Want to Have with Your Donor?What Kind of Input Do You Want Your Donor to Have on Your Child's Life and Upbringing?Has Your Donor Finished Creating Her Own Family? There is also lots of great advice on the donor co...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this short solo episode Adele O'Connor proud donor egg mama and fertilty coach, discusses the best strategies for introducing donor egg children to their origin story. This episode was inspired by a question from her community: Once you have a child conceived via donor egg, how do you actually introduce this to them? My donor was anonymous and I have only very basic information about my donor. I don’t want my children to resent me. You...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com This episode marks the first of a new series of back to basics understanding of Donor Egg IVF, so far on this podcast we've delved very deeply into many topics. Now it's time to step you through each step of the process. In this episode, I provide you with an overview into the emotional and medical steps involved in embarking on a donor egg IVF journey. From processing your emotions to understanding the medical procedure...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode we hear about Steph's journey from her initial connection with the coaching service Donor Egg Mama to joining the Donor Egg Pathway membership program and preparing to give birth to twin babies. Steph shares the emotional and mental challenges faced, including fears around weight stigma and BMI in the medical field.Importance of finding supportive and inclusive medical professionals.Steph's transition from IVF with her o...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode Adele discusses the importance of disconnecting from work and the fertility journey to prioritize mental well-being. Adele shares a recording excerpt from one of her live webinars that she hosts in the Donor Egg Mama Community Membership, focusing on the topic of taking a break from fertility treatments. The webinar features insights from Adele, Elouise Cloete, and a coaching client, discussing the emotional and psyc...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this podcast episode, I speak to the incredible Edwina Taylor, a highly experienced fertility massage therapist from Perth, Australia to discuss the profound impact of fertility massage and holistic therapies on women's fertility journeys. Edwina shares her personal journey into the world of fertility massage, sparked by a friend's miscarriage and the search for alternative therapies, leading her to specialize in supporting women with ...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode, I speak to an incredible guest Gina Mundy, a U.S. attorney specializing in childbirth cases. Gina shares insights from her book 'A Parent's Guide to Safer Childbirth', aimed at empowering expecting parents to prevent common mistakes during labour and delivery. The conversation covers topics like; Addressing Childbirth Fears with KnowledgeThe Power of Being InformedUnderstanding Pitocin: Risks and Safe UseChoosing the Righ...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Sheila V, an ex-corporate executive turned author, spiritual coach and motivational speaker, who found herself being featured in 'Big Miracles' the tv series, and sharing her vulnerable yet heartfelt journey to motherhood. At 47, Sheila embarked on a path she never envisioned, one that led her to become a donor egg mother. Her journey was not easy, there were complications and challenges...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode, I speak to Marie from California to discuss the complexities and emotional journey of using surrogacy to achieve parenthood after experiencing infertility and multiple miscarriages. Marie shares her extensive six-year battle with infertility, including failed IVF attempts, a natural pregnancy followed by miscarriage, and ultimately the decision to pursue egg donation and surrogacy. The story delves into the challenges an...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com In this episode, I speak to an Australian embryologist, fertility educator and IVF coach, Lucy Lines the Founder of Two Lines Fertility. This conversation dives into Lucy's background, starting from her fascination with animal breeding and genetics, to her pivotal role in human fertility and embryology. We discuss the emotional and technical aspects of the donor egg pathway, the science behind embryo development and the significan...
Your feedback means so much hello@ivfsupportspace.com This episode features Karen, a former egg donor who now serves as the lead donor coordinator for Global Egg Donors. Karen discusses her experience as an egg donor, the process of egg donation at Global Egg Donors, and the rewarding experiences she has had while being part of many people's fertility journeys. She also acknowledges the emotional challenges faced by women on this path and shares some heart-warming stories of egg donation. Ka...
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