What challenges did Victoria Nino face when considering egg donation, and how did she navigate the complex emotions of genetic grief and redefining family? 

Join me for a heartbreaking but inspiring conversation with Victoria Nino, author and advocate, as she shares her experiences with infertility. Victoria candidly discusses her endometriosis diagnosis and the emotional and physical toll of fertility treatments in her pursuit of motherhood. Her story offers hope and solidarity to the one in six individuals worldwide facing similar fertility struggles. 

Victoria also opens up about her decision to pursue egg donation after unsuccessful IUI cycles, navigating ‘genetic grief’ and societal expectations along the way. As an advocate for diverse family structures, she challenges traditional views on building a family. This episode sheds light on the emotional, financial, and societal aspects of fertility challenges, while highlighting the importance of community support and inclusivity. 
 
In this episode: 

• (00:00 ) Getting vulnerable about infertility, guest intro Victoria Nino 

• (02:57 ) Victoria’s challenging journey 

• (13:19 ) Statistics around infertility 

• (16:34 ) Karen’s story 

• (25:13 ) Victoria’s most challenging situations along the way 

• (29:44 ) The unbelievable costs  

• (30:26 ) How Victoria’s husband dealt with the process 

• (32:48 ) Resources and support 

• (39:00 ) Closing thoughts, advice and reaching out for support 

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Resources: 
Instagram: @expectinganything @infertilityunfiltered 
Our Hearts Match by Victoria Nino 
Infertility Unfiltered: Victoria Nino on Egg Donation, Support and Finding your Why  
Taking Charge of Your Fertility: The Definitive Guide to Natural Birth Control, Pregnancy Achievement, and Reproductive Health 
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