Building Your Family

She was only 25 and already knew something was wrong.

If you have one child and are secretly struggling to have another, this episode is for you.
Margarita’s story of secondary infertility and PCOS shows what happens when “just keep trying” isn’t good enough.

👉 Watch in full here

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🌱 The Waiting Game
Waiting for test results, appointments, or the next cycle can feel endless. In my latest blog, I share how practicing “pleasurable productivity”—small, meaningful projects that bring joy—can ease anxiety and restore a sense of control.

👉 Read the full article here familybuilding.net/uncategorized/managing-the-wait…
💬 Share your own coping strategies in the comments—we’d love to hear how you get through the waiting.

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New Episode Alert ✨
If you’ve been told “this is just your protocol,” “we’ll just try again,” or “everything looks fine” while IVF keeps failing, this conversation is for you.

I sat down with Dr. Pietro Bortoletto of Terra Fertility—an expert who trained at Northwestern, Brigham & Women’s / Mass General, and Weill Cornell, and now focuses on the hardest cases: diminished ovarian reserve, recurrent implantation failure, recurrent pregnancy loss, endometriosis, fibroids, and Müllerian anomalies.

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Talking to your donor conceived child can feel daunting—where do you begin, and how do you make it feel safe and loving? This Wednesday, join me for a free 60‑minute workshop where I’ll guide you through four practical steps for disclosure.

It’s an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and feel supported as you prepare for one of the most important conversations in your family’s journey.

Get your FREE tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/talking-to-your-donor-conceiv…

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 1

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New title, same episode – for anyone wondering “Is my environment making this harder?”

I realized last week’s episode with Dr. John Warner, co‑founder of Green Chemistry, didn’t speak clearly enough to the real question many of you have:

“Is there anything in my environment that might be making fertility harder – and what can I do without going into panic?”

John doesn’t give medical advice, but he does show us how a chemist actually thinks about “toxins,” risk, and fear, so you can stop drowning in guilt and start asking better questions.

Watch the updated version here: https://youtu.be/NbsRf9sxka8

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Choosing a Donor Free workshop

Choosing a donor is one of the most profound decisions in family building, because it touches on identity, values, and the future you want for your child. Beyond medical facts, there are emotional and ethical layers—how you’ll talk to your child about their origins, how you’ll feel about genetics, and how to make choices that align with your vision of parenthood.

Join us for our FREE workshop designed for families and individuals considering donor conception. Learning how to approach this decision thoughtfully can make all the difference for you and your future family.

Date & Time: Wednesday, May 6th at 5:00 PM EST
Host: Lisa Schuman, LCSW — reproductive therapist and author

Get your tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/choosing-a-donor-tickets-1987…

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

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When You’re Not the Genetic Parent: Staying Connected as a Couple | Building your family

If you’re building your family through donor conception and one of you is not genetically related to your child, this episode is for you.
#donorconception #fertilityjourney
#nonbiologicalparent #nonbioparent
#intendedparents #thirdpartyreproduction
#donorfamily #surrogacyjourney
#LGBTQfamily #modernfamily
#familybuilding #parentingrelationships

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Proactive Fertility: When To Get Checked, Freeze Eggs & Plan Ahead | Dr. Shefali Shastri, RMA NJ

Most people only meet a fertility specialist in crisis mode.
In this episode, Dr. Shefali Shastri, Clinical Director and Physician Partner at RMA New Jersey, explains what proactive fertility actually looks like.

Dr. Shastri is a board‑certified reproductive endocrinologist who has helped bring thousands of babies into the world since joining RMA New Jersey in 2009. Inspired by her OB/GYN mother, she now combines cutting‑edge science with deeply personal, patient‑centered care.

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Surrogacy is a journey of connection as much as it is medical. I’m hosting a free live 60‑minute workshop on Wednesday, April 29th at 5PM EST to share practical tools for building healthier, more supportive relationships with your surrogate. Let’s talk trust, communication, and collaboration. Mark your calendars — I’d love for you to join!

Get free tickets here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/building-a-healthy-relationsi…

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National Infertility Awareness Week RESOLVE, Queer & Solo Parents, and How Your Story Changes Policy

National Infertility Awareness Week is about more than awareness posts. It is about whose stories get heard, who gets left out, and how we turn lived experience into better policy for everyone building their family.
#NIAW #Infertility #QueerFamilies #SPBC

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