Today is a complex conversation about the decision to parent at 50 as an independent parent. If you're trying to decide if single parenthood is for you or if you're wondering what some questions might come up about parenting at 40+, this is a great episode for you to explore!

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To round out your IVF survival guide, I would recommend the following episodes before your first IVF cycle:

1. Episode 23:  What Happens to Your Fertility in your 20s, 30s, and 40s


2. Episode 19:  All About Sperm


3. Episode 24:  Controlling Your Weigh During IVF


4. Episode 20:  Stimulation Protocols


5. Episode 21:  All About Your Embryos in the lab


6. Episode 33:  All About Genetic Testing


7. Episode 38:  The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage These Feelings

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Episodes about Single Parenthood:

1. Episode 7: ASK THE EXPERT & WARRIOR STORY - Sarah Kowalski talks all things double donor conception (sperm and egg) and solo motherhood.

2. Episode 22: WARRIOR STORY & ASK THE EXPERT - Egg Donor Process and Egg Donor and IVF Abroad with Sarah Kowalski of Motherhood Reimagined

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Episodes about Donor Conception:

1. Episode 7: ASK THE EXPERT & WARRIOR STORY - Sarah Kowalski talks all things double donor conception (sperm and egg) and solo motherhood.

2. Episode 10: ASK THE EXPERT - Emma Grønbæk. Lessons from a Donor Conceived Person and How to Foster A Positive Experience

3. Episode 12: WARRIOR STORY - The Infertility Journey of LuckyBabyLam AKA Annie at age 42

4. Episode 16 - ASK THE EXPERT - Dr. Tia Jackson-Bey, MD Discusses All Things Donor Conception From Basics to Consideration When Using Creative Family Building Options

5. Episode 22: WARRIOR STORY & ASK THE EXPERT - Egg Donor Process and Egg Donor and IVF Abroad with Sarah Kowalski of Motherhood Reimagined

6. Episode 27: ASK THE EXPERT - Legal Considerations & Fertility Related Treatments with Rijon Charne Fertility Attorney with Sunray Fertility

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