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Building your family

Welcome to Building Your Family, the only expert-guided community platform designed for parents and parents-to-be using reproductive medicine to build their families. We provide unique strategies to help make your path to parenthood smoother and more informed—empowering you to navigate the critical decisions that shape your family’s future. At Building Your Family, we’ve already helped thousands of people navigate the complexities of family building and parenting with confidence. Our goal is to

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15:58

Surrogacy Contracts: Alignment vs. Agreement (Testing...

Building your family ·

2025/11/09

In this episode, we make legalese usable. You’ll get the operating rules to protect your surrogacy/donor journey when things get messy, so decisions are fast, fair, and aligned.What you’ll learn fast: Alignment vs Agreement: principles first, everything else second, so contracts don’t crumble under stress. The Two Buckets: value essentials vs detail clauses, and why mixing them derails deals. Contract Decoder: translate dense terms into “if X, then we do Y” rules your team can follow. Scripts for

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41:52

Intuitive Eating & Fertility: What Actually Helps...

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2025/11/02

There’s a lot of strong advice about nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle. This episode shows how to make it work for your season of life—without “doing it all.” Dietitian and intuitive eating specialist Sam Previte explains gentle nutrition for TTC and pregnancy, so you can make steady improvements with less all‑or‑nothing pressure.You’ll learn: Intuitive eating: what it is (and isn’t) for TTC/pregnancy Gentle nutrition basics—how to prioritize without overwhelm When to modify PCOS/IVF context, and

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38:28

Donor Embryos: Is It Still My Baby? (Patient Story) |...

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2025/10/26

The most‑asked question: “If I don’t use my genetics, will the baby be mine?” Lauren Tassi (Your IVF BFF) shares her three‑year journey—how she moved from repeated IVF to choosing donor embryos—and what finally made the decision feel 100% hers. Practical insights on identity, language, epigenetics (carrying/parenting), hidden costs/expectations, and what to consider if you’re weighing donor embryos vs more IVF or donor eggs. You’ll hear: - The turning point from IVF/donor eggs to donor

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35:04

Fertility Myths vs Facts: What To Trust Online...

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2025/10/19

Cut through fertility misinformation. Dr. Lowell Ku (REI; leads ASRM’s technology professional group) separates myths from facts so you know what to trust online, from influencers, and in clinic—plus how to think about supplements and opinion vs evidence. We cover TTC with IUI/IVF and decisions using donor conception or surrogacy—what matters most and where to find reliable guidance. - What to trust online: source hierarchy (guidelines/studies - summaries - opinions) - Red flags vs green

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39:24

Exercise & Fertility: Keep Training — When To Pause...

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2025/10/12

You don’t need to stop exercising before or during fertility treatment—pause near the end of the cycle and right after retrieval. Here’s how to train smart, read your body, and know when it’s too much (or not enough)—plus high‑level pregnancy guidance. Dr. Sheeva Talebian (REI and competitive athlete) breaks down what’s safe, when to modify, and the signs you need more fuel, sleep, or hydration. - You’ll learn - What’s safe around IUI/IVF (and why you pause near trigger/retrieval) - New

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42:36

Endometriosis: What Actually Works (Doctor Explains)...

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2025/10/05

Get evidence‑based answers on endometriosis—what it is (and isn’t), how it’s diagnosed, and what actually helps, so you know where to start today.Dr. Jessica Ryniec explains symptoms, diagnosis (what to expect from imaging vs surgical confirmation), treatment options (medical vs surgical), pain management, and fertility considerations—practical steps you can use now. You’ll learn: What endometriosis is (and common misconceptions) How doctors think about diagnosis and when to escalate care Treatment

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37:07

Genetic Testing: Myths Busted (What Helps vs Hurts) |...

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2025/09/28

What genetic tests actually do—and what they don’t—so you know when to use them (and when not to). Practical next steps.Chapters below. For step-by-step guides + live Q&A, join the community: https://familybuilding.net/building-your-family-community/ You’ll learn: Screening vs diagnostic: what each actually tells you Carrier testing, NIPT, and embryo testing (PGT‑A/M): when it helps vs overkill Limits: false positives/negatives, VUS, and context (why “a result” ≠ a decision) Donor gametes:

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40:48

What I Do Myself (Doctor + Patient) | Dr. Roohi Jelani

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2025/09/14

A fertility doctor who also has PCOS shares exactly what she does herself—and what she recommends to patients. Dr. Roohi Jeelani (MD, PhD) also breaks down ovarian aging, environmental toxin exposure, and the emotional/practical tools that actually help when you’re trying to conceive.You’ll learn: how to recognize symptoms and pursue diagnosis, what really helps (lifestyle, meds, support), how to think about toxins and ovarian aging, and first steps to start with confidence. Want live support and

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37:28

PCOS: Real Patient Journey + What Actually Helps |...

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2025/09/07

Ashley “PCOSgurl” Levinson shares her PCOS journey—from diagnosis to national advocacy—and what actually helps when you’re overwhelmed. You’ll learn: how to recognize symptoms and pursue diagnosis, evidence‑aligned lifestyle and medical steps, advocacy lessons, and where to start if you think you might have PCOS. Want live support and workshops? Join our community: https://familybuilding.net/building-your-family-community/ Guest: Ashley Levinson (PCOSgurl) • Host: Lisa Schuman, LCSW Follow Ashley

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32:02

PCOS Fertility: What Really Works (Evidence‑Based) |...

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2025/08/31

PCOS Awareness Month is coming—get the facts from a veteran reproductive endocrinologist. Dr. Kristen Cain shares evidence‑based steps that actually help PCOS patients improve fertility and overall health. Want live support? Meet Dr. Cain in our workshop and get expert guidance, stress‑reduction strategies, and community support. Join here: https://familybuilding.net/building-your-family-community/ 📚 Learn more about Dr. Kristen Cain: https://www.drkristencain.com/ Follow Dr. Kristen on Instagram:

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56:15

Donor Conception & Donor Eggs | Emily Patel (Hopeful...

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2025/08/24

Emily Patel, founder of Hopeful Mama Foundation and a mother through donor eggs, joins me to share a not-so-typical path to parenthood, one that reveals the stress, doubt, and decision-making traps families face during donor conception. Emily discusses why family is more than genetics, what she’s learned from the many women who seek support through her foundation, and how to find clarity when the stakes feel sky-high.You’ll learn How stress can derail good decisions—and practical ways to slow

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58:44

Latest IVF Technologies & Behind-the-Scenes Fertility...

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2025/08/10

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know how strongly I believe in giving people evidence-based, trustworthy information — not myths or marketing.In this episode of the Building Your Family podcast, I introduce you to someone you probably haven’t heard of — but should. She’s a behind-the-scenes powerhouse in reproductive medicine who will walk you through what really happens in a fertility clinic lab. 🎧 You'll learn: How decisions are made What new technologies are promising — and

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21:32

Thinking About Being a Single Mom by Choice? Here's...

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2025/08/03

Are you thinking about becoming a single mom by choice? Whether you're planning, questioning, or already on the path — this episode is for you. We’ve pulled together the most powerful moments from past interviews with: An experienced fertility doctor and single mom by choice Several single moms by choice Adults raised by single mothers Together, they answer the biggest questions we hear all the time: ✔ Can I do this on my own? ✔ What does the research say? ✔ How do kids raised by single moms feel? ✔

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46:38

Fertility & Lifestyle: What Science Says About Diet,...

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2025/07/13

In this episode of the Building Your Family podcast, Dr. Mari Mitrani—physician, researcher, and expert in regenerative health—joins us to explore the connection between lifestyle and reproductive health.We dive into questions people often ask: – Why do doctors talk about diet and exercise during fertility treatment? – What does the research say about food, movement, and reproductive well-being? – Can healthy habits support you before, during, or after trying to conceive? Dr. Mitrani brings her

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45:54

IVF Facts You Need to Know | With Dr. Richard...

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2025/06/29

Get the truth about IVF from one of the world’s most respected fertility doctors.In this episode of the Building Your Family podcast, we talk with Dr. Richard Paulson, former president of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and a global leader in reproductive medicine. Dr. Paulson busts common fertility myths and offers practical, evidence-based suggestions on how to approach treatment, including what really matters when it comes to nutrition, supplements, and exercise. If you're

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43:36

IVF Daddies: Gay Dads on Surrogacy, Step-Parenting &...

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2025/06/08

As part of our Pride Month celebration, we’re honored to welcome Richard Westoby and Julio Gaggia — better known as the IVF Daddies and hosts of the popular podcast by the same name.In this episode, they share their personal family-building stories — from Richard's surrogacy journey over a decade ago with his then-partner, to Julio’s experience becoming a parent through step-parenting. Together, they model a beautiful and honest version of gay fatherhood that embraces advocacy, growth, and breaking

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16:59

The Hidden Formula Behind Your Family-Building...

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2025/05/18

The Hidden Formula Behind Your Family-Building ChoicesOne simple mindset shift that can change how you approach donor conception and life. Why do we make the choices we do—especially when it comes to something as personal and complex as building a family through donor conception or surrogacy? In this solo episode of Building Your Family, I share a powerful decision-making concept I’ve developed over nearly 30 years of working with thousands of people navigating third-party reproduction. While

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40:44

Dr. Danielle Lane on Equity, Inclusion & Improving...

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2025/04/20

This week’s episode may feel like listening in on a heartwarming chat between two fertility professionals — because it is. But it’s also full of meaningful insight on how to navigate some of the most complex and personal parts of family building.My guest, Dr. Danielle Lane, is not only a brilliant fertility specialist — she’s also someone setting high standards for inclusion, diversity, access, and patient success. In this conversation, we talk openly about: Donor conception Surrogacy Agency

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39:50

When Medicine Meets Empathy: Patient Autonomy in...

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2025/04/06

This week on the podcast, we sit down with the brilliant Dr. Janelle Luk—fertility expert, Ivy League-trained physician, and co-founder of Generation Next Fertility. Though classically trained, Dr. Luk takes a deeply personalized approach to fertility care. She shares how she helps patients make deeply personal decisions—like using donor conception, freezing eggs or embryos, or even stepping back for a break—by truly listening to their stories. Together, we explore how honoring patient autonomy can

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45:21

Two Dads, One Dream: Jeff Levin’s Surrogacy & Egg...

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2025/03/16

How do two dads navigate the journey to parenthood through surrogacy and egg donation? In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Levin, a therapist and proud dad, to hear the real story behind his path to fatherhood. From choosing an egg donor and surrogate to overcoming unexpected challenges, Jeff shares the highs, the hurdles, and the heartfelt moments that led him and his husband to the family of their dreams.If you’re a same-sex couple considering parenthood—or simply curious about the process—this

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