Paths to Parenthub Podcast

• Episode 1: Cristina’s Story - One Mum’s Truth in Choosing Egg Donation

  Welcome to Season 3 of The Paths to Parenthub Podcast, where we’re diving deeper into the world of donor conception, blending powerful lived experiences with vital legal insight.In this first episode, Becky and Hayley speak with Cristina, a mum who shares her moving journey to parenthood through egg donation as part of a mum-dad family. Cristina opens up with honesty and warmth about what it meant to let go of a genetic connection, how she and her partner navigated the decision together, and how they now embrace openness in telling their child’s story.This episode offers comfort, raw truths, and reassurance for anyone grappling with the complex emotions that often accompany donor conception.In this episode, you’ll hear:Cristina’s path to choosing egg donation and how the decision unfolded as a coupleThe emotional process of having children with her genetics, and then a further child using a donorReflections on identity, love, and what truly makes a parentHow Cristina approaches openness with her childThe importance of finding connection and representation along the wayPlus: Legal Insight from Anest Mathias (TV Edwards)At the end of this episode, specialist family law solicitor Anest Mathias answers a key legal question related to Cristina’s story.TV Edwards are the proud supporters of Season 3 of The Paths to Parenthub Podcast. You can learn more about the family law services Anest and the team at TV Edwards provide here www.tvedwards.com/person/anest-mathias/Paths to Parenthub Resources and MembershipFacebookInstagram

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• Exciting news...

  In this mini-episode, listen as Becky and Hayley announce that season three of the podcast is underway and learn more about the upcoming Donor Conception Virtual Summit happening in April - an event not to be missed!Link to get tickets - www.pathstoparenthub.com/virtual-summit

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• I sold my eggs to pay my rent’ - how one comedy sketch affected so many

  In this episode of the podcast, Becky and Hayley address the upset that was caused by a series of comedy sketches from a UK comedian, which centred around her experience as an egg donor. The sketches sparked widespread upset among our audience, amplifying deeper fears and concerns that are often felt by our community members. In an attempt to address the issue, Becky and Hayley explore how the sketches, intended as humour, inadvertently tapped into larger, unresolved complexities of donor, recipient and donor conceived relationships. The episode reflects on how comedy can sometimes unintentionally compound sensitive issues, leaving audiences feeling unsettled and vulnerable. Throughout the conversation, Becky and Hayley offer reassurance and provide practical advice for processing these emotions, guiding listeners through how to manage their feelings and navigate these difficult and often triggering topics with care and compassion. Show notes *Original recordings of reels taken from Instagram account @holyguacamole97**Note that egg donation compensation levels in the UK are currently £985 per donation cycle not £950 as mentioned in the episode. For more info about UK donation compensation levels please see the HFEA websitewww.hfea.gov.uk FREE RESOURCE – In the episode Becky and Hayley refer to a helpful webinar, “Who is the real Mum/Dad’ click here to get free access https://pathstoparenthub.com/so-whos-the-real-mum-dad/ Paths to Parenthub Membership & Website www.pathstoparenthub.comBecky https://www.instagram.com/definingmum?igsh=c2ZoejR1ZW11Nnk4Hayley https://www.instagram.com/dcp_journey_2_rp?igsh=N2p4dHlpejE1Z3U4Mel https://www.instagram.com/the_stork_and_i?igsh=Ynh1cG5nOXMzaHg5Paths to Parenthubhttps://www.instagram.com/paths_to_parenthub?igsh=YTNtdjZxZGF3dHM4

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• Solo and Supported: Navigating Donor Conception Through Community and Collaboration

  In this episode, Becky and Hayley invite Mel Johnson to share her story of how a solo route to parenthood was the right choice for her. Mel candidly shares her experience of solo motherhood, using a sperm donor to conceive, and why she decided to set up the ‘Stork and I’ online community in order to support others on this path. Following on from an exciting announcement earlier this month, Becky, Hayley and Mel share the benefits of the new collaboration between Paths to ParentHub and The Stork and I and explain how solo members can gain access to a wealth of resources and support that’s now available through both platforms. During this episode the trio discuss the nuances of using a donor within different family types, and how we can best provide support and offer community for everyone. Finally, Mel rounds off this insightful episode with her ‘top tips’ when embarking on treatment as a solo parent. She also offers those already parenting some invaluable advice for anyone feeling like they would like more support in this area. Show notes Open to sharing your story?! In preparation for series 3 of the Paths to Parenthub podcast, Becky and Hayley are actively seeking people like you to join them on an episode. If this is something you would like to learn more about send us an email at [email protected] subject ‘share my story’ Website www.pathstoparenthub.comLink to waitlist page for future Paths to ParentHub Events https://pathstoparenthub.com/event/Instagram profiles Becky https://www.instagram.com/definingmum?igsh=c2ZoejR1ZW11Nnk4Hayley https://www.instagram.com/dcp_journey_2_rp?igsh=N2p4dHlpejE1Z3U4Mel https://www.instagram.com/the_stork_and_i?igsh=Ynh1cG5nOXMzaHg5Paths to Parenthubhttps://www.instagram.com/paths_to_parenthub?igsh=YTNtdjZxZGF3dHM4

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• Listening to Donor Conceived Voices

  In this episode Becky and Hayley speak candidly about their interactions and experiences of listening to donor conceived people, particularly within the online space.They discuss what they have learnt from listening to those voices and reflect on why it’s so important to keep an open mind when engaging in these conversations, even when some of those discussions can be challenging. Through thoughtful conversation Becky and Hayley share their tips and advice around how best to navigate spaces that discuss donor conception, and share with their audience alternative ways to gain insight without having to be constantly scrolling on your phone!Young Adults Study (YAS) as mentioned in episodehttps://www.youngadultsstudy.co.uk/project-outputs/yas-reportDonor Conception: Connecting Through Conversations London Event Ticketshttps://pathstoparenthub.com/event/Paths to Parenthub Membership details:https://pathstoparenthub.comFinal Paths to Parenthub event tickets for 2nd November: https://pathstoparenthub.com/eventPaths to Parenthub Instagrampage: www.instagram.com/paths_to_parenthubHayley’s Instagram page: www.instagram.com/dcp_journey_2_rpBecky’s Instagram pages: https://www.instagram.com/definingmum

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