Send us a Text Message. 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…

Send us a Text Message. 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 …

Send us a Text Message. 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 …

Send us a Text Message. 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 …

Send us a Text Message. 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 envision…

Send us a Text Message. 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 mis…

Send us a Text Message. 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 emotio…

Send us a Text Message. 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 acknowl…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I had the honour of speaking to Natalie Hart, a children's book author and fellow donor egg mama herself, who wrote the beautiful series for donor egg intended parents, called 'The Journey To You.' Natalie, openly shares her journey through discovering her perimenopausal status at 41, leading her to pursue d…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking to Corinne Leach, a Brisbane-based clinical naturopath and nutritionist who specializes in fertility and reproductive health. We delve into the MTHFR genetic mutation, its implications for fertility, and how to support the body in preparation for embryo transfer. Corinne also pr…

Send us a Text Message. This episode features a special guest Saoirse Connolly, an author, womb activator, alchemist, leader and founder of House of Wild Media, who empowers women to embrace their feminine superpowers through the art of storytelling and connection. Saoirse delves into her work in supporting women to narrate their stories and live a…

Send us a Text Message. In this incredible episode, we have Hema Sarna, a senior embryologist at IVF Advice with over 10 years of experience in the fertility field. She shares her mission of simplifying IVF, debunking myths, and answering questions related to egg donation and IVF. We cover a range of topics, including: The Role of a Senior Embryolo…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I speak to Robin Newman, the founder of Global Egg Donors. Robin shares her incredible personal journey of transforming her battle with unexplained infertility into a global cause, helping prospective parents around the world. Robin's insights are especially beneficial for those struggling with secondary inf…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we have a deep discussion with Lisa Schuman, a licensed clinical social worker and an expert in donor conception and surrogacy. Lisa, an author and host of the 'Building Your Family' podcast, touches upon her journey to parenthood, her experiences in the fertility field, and her passion for educating people …

Send us a Text Message. In this episode Kelly, a guest from California, shares the story of her unique and heart warming journey to motherhood and her decision to use a donor egg after unsuccessful rounds of IVF with her own eggs. She used an agency, Global Egg Donors, and explores the emotional, financial, and logistical aspects of the process. Ke…

Send us a Text Message. This episode is a recording of a live webinar workshop and guided meditation about creating vision boards and planning for the future, with an incredible guest and yoga expert Debbie Lewis. The episode focuses on helping you gain clarity in your journey of egg donation and find balance in your life during the IVF process. Th…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Adele reflects on the accomplishments of her podcast in 2023 and shares her goals for 2024. She recaps some of the incredible conversations that have been held over 2023 with variety of guests who shared their unique experiences with donor eggs, overseas IVF, health challenges, the emotional turmoil and so m…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Adele discusses the journey of what it is like to be an egg donor with IVF nurse and fertility coach, Lauren Haring. The discussion covers aspects such as Lauren's personal journey as an egg donor, her experiences as an IVF nurse, and her current role as an IVF coach an how she supports her clients through a…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Adele introduces her own business mentor, Carla Townsend, who is a Money Mindset & Success Coach who empowers women to eliminate their money blocks and heal their relationship with money. Carla gives insight into money as energy and how it affects people's decision-making, particularly when dealing with majo…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Clare shares the transformative journey she and her partner took on the donor route to parenthood. The couple had undergone significant healing work, preparing themselves mentally and emotionally for the unique path they were about to embark on. Opting for a clinic in Prague, Czech Republic, Clare discusses …

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Adele welcomes guest Kristi who shares her emotional journey of dealing with infertility for nine years, undergoing multiple unsuccessful IVF treatments, and her decision to opt for a donor egg. Kristi is moments away from giving birth to her beautiful baby girl and has the most beautiful words of encouragem…

Send us a Text Message. This episode is a beautiful Affirmation Track to prepare you mentally, emotionally and spiritually for your Embryo Transfer. Adele wanted to share with you, her gorgeous podcast community in case there is anyone who is preparing for their embryo transfer and really searching for some more support to embrace the journey they …

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Adelle engages in an enriching conversation with Louise Siwicki, a Fertility Empowerment Coach & Workplace Advocate. Louise explains her journey with unexplained infertility, the importance of mental and physical health and her unwavering belief in the mind-body connection. As Head of Australian Development …

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Adele introduces a remarkable guest Leanne, The Barefoot Medium, and discuss the concept of connecting to spirit babies. Leanne highlights the importance of mindfulness, intuition and emotional awareness to break free from overwhelm on the donor egg journey. Leanne shares how spirit babies communicate throug…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, host Adele speaks to a renowned fertility coach, Sarah Clark, who shares her own extraordinary journey of conceiving using donor eggs at a young age. Sarah, now a mother of two grown-up kids and the founder of a successful fertility coaching business, emphasizes the importance of nutritional health and adopt…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we follow Nicole's incredible eight-year journey to motherhood, which began in 2008, navigating the challenges of fertility treatments and emotional turmoil. Nicole shares her candid experience of a pivotal moment when she unexpectedly bumped into her anonymous egg donor, igniting a rollercoaster of emotions…

Send us a Text Message. In this insightful episode, our guest Tori delves into her unique journey of twin motherhood, where her children's appearance doesn't resemble her own due to using an egg donor. She shares the complex emotions she experienced and how she grappled with postpartum feelings, the struggle to fit in as a mother when others commen…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this episode we have a remarkable guest joining us from Johannesburg, South Africa – Elouise Cloete. Elouise, a successful business owner who found herself on a complex journey to motherhood. Life often takes unexpected turns, and her experience, althoug…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this episode, Adele welcomes back Mikki from London. They discuss Mikki's journey through IVF, her decision to use a donor egg, and her experiences during pregnancy. Mikki shares her thoughts on questions about her child's appearance and navigating the e…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this heartfelt episode, we join Manda, Co- Director of a gorgeous line of organic cotton baby soft toys, comforters and gift sets called MaudnLIil, on her unique journey to motherhood as a solo parent in Australia. Manda's candid conversation takes us th…

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we have Ashley from Florida, who has a 10-month-old daughter after an eight-year fertility journey. Ashley is a licensed counselor. Ashley and her husband decided to start trying when she was around 25 years old. They thought it was the right time, given that many of their friends were starting the same jour…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this episode we feature Lynn, sharing her story of battling endometriosis and navigating through infertility. Lynn's journey began when she and her husband decided to start a family after getting married in their mid-30s. They faced challenges with conce…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I chat with Rebecca, a mother from Alabama who is a 41-year-old preschool director. She's happily married and a mother of two: a daughter from her own egg and a son conceived through a donor egg. She found out at 28 that her fallopian tubes were blocked, and that IVF would be her only way of getting pregnant…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this episode, we are joined by Jessica, a wife, mother, and mental health therapist from Oklahoma, USA. Jessica’s path to motherhood was rough from the very start, as she received the devastating diagnosis of premature ovarian failure at age 24. The fair…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this episode, we had the pleasure of talking to Tracie, a 43-years-old woman from the Midwest USA who shares her experience with infertility and her decision to use donor eggs to conceive her daughter. At the age of 34, Tracie and her husband began a det…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode, Heather's journey towards parenthood took an unexpected turn, filled with challenges and self-discovery. In her own words, Heather reflects on her earlier naivety when it came to conception and pregnancy. Having effortlessly conceived her …

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this episode, we hear the incredible journey of Lily, who was diagnosed with Turner's syndrome at the age of 15. Turner's syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects one in 2,500 female births, characterised by the absence of part or all of one X c…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this episode we had the pleasure of hearing from Becky Morrison, also known as Nurse Becky, a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Alberta, Canada, who has experienced incredible resilience and strength throughout her journey. She has faced six miscarriag…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In today's episode, we have the honor of sharing Sam's extraordinary journey from battling lymphoma to embracing motherhood. Get ready to be inspired by her resilience, hope, and unwavering love. Sam's life took a dramatic turn when she was diagnosed with l…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership In this episode, I had a heartfelt conversation with Tara and Katherine, where they shared their incredible story of friendship and the journey to motherhood. Tara began by recounting her experience with IVF, describing it as an immensely stressful process.…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode, I had an amazing conversation with Anna, who proudly calls herself an "advanced maternal age Mama." She earned this title through her unwavering determination and a challenging six-year journey of struggling with infertility. Anna's story …

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Lea, a licensed therapist and IVF Coach with a remarkable journey. Seven years ago, at the age of 30, she began experiencing unusual symptoms like night hot flashes and irregular, heavier periods. Conce…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode, I have an amazing conversation with Cassandra, a bereavement doula who shares my passion for helping others. Cassandra has supported women who have reached out to her, providing them with companionship and helping them navigate their own u…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Samantha, a retired pastry chef turned domestic engineer aka stay at home mom, who faced the challenging journey of infertility despite already being a mother. After a smooth first pregnancy, Samantha a…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode, I shared a heartfelt and candid conversation with Alison, a teacher from Hong Kong who wanted to have her own baby at the age of 40. She shared her personal journey of trying to conceive and the challenges she faced along the way. Alison i…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode, I had a delightful conversation with Elisabeth, a French woman originally from Paris who has been living in Australia for the past 18 years. Her story revolves around her remarkable journey towards motherhood. At the age of 40, Elisabeth m…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. I was diagnosed with premature ovarian failure/inefficiency at 30. Proceeded to do four IVF cycles with my own eggs and failed to get pregnant. Did one donor egg cycle with an anonymous donor with a fresh cycle and transfer was successful. Our son is now 4…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode I talk to Sharon Leya single mum by choice on her journey to becoming a parent to her gorgeous baby girl as well as birthing her series of children's books. My Donor Story is a series of children's books that lovingly explains donor concept…

Send us a Text Message. Be supported on your donor egg journey with the Community Membership. In this episode I talk to Melissa Nath a nurse and fur mom to two great danes and a cat called Nikita. Mel is a mama in waiting and has been on a huge fertility journey already. "Our journey started nearly 5 years ago when a GYN deemed us ttc because we we…