Exploring Donor Conception and Infertility Advocacy with Our Hearts Match Author Victoria Nino
Release Date: 09/26/2024
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Exploring Endometriosis and Fertility with Acupuncturist Anne Matthews
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I’m thrilled to welcome Anne Matthews, a renowned acupuncturist and founder of Energy Tree Studios in Toronto, to the show! Anne is known for her humorous and down-to-earth approach, and in this episode, we dive into how endometriosis impacts the immune system and how acupuncture can be a powerful tool in managing this conditio, especially for women trying to conceive. We also explore the science behind acupuncture, lifestyle changes that can make a difference, and the importance of a holistic approach to fertility treatments. Anne even shares her personal wellness routines and answers...
info_outlineWe’re talking all about donor conception and infertility advocacy on today’s podcast episode with my wonderful guest, Victoria Nino. Victoria is the creator of Expecting Anything, a blog where she candidly shares her journey through infertility, IVF and motherhood through donor eggs. She is also the founder of Infertility Unfiltered, a platform dedicated to sharing raw, honest stories about infertility without the pressure of a positive outcome.
Victoria has just published her first children’s book, Our Hearts Match, which helps parents have important conversations with their donor-conceived children and to emphasize the bond that parents share with their children outside of DNA. She is on a mission to normalize donor conception, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to have her on the show. Her work offers a message of hope, resilience, and understanding for those on their own fertility journey.
During our conversation, we talked about:
💙Why it's important to hear unfiltered narratives about infertility
💙Victoria’s fertility story, including what led her to consider donor eggs and what happened when she was ready to have a second child
💙Her inspiration for writing Our Hearts Match
💙What people should know about donor conception and third party reproduction
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