The New Meaning of “Open Adoption”
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By Iris Waichler, L.C.S.W. ...
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"The opinions expressed in this blog are those of the authors, and do not necessarily represent the position of The American Fertility Association."
Shout out for opinons on large donor-conceived sibling groups
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This is a shout-out for opinons from everyone interested in third party reproduction on large sibling donor-conceived groups.
Engaging in Third Party Reproduction? The Importance of an Estate Plan
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by Heather E. Ross, Esq. You may know well before your child is born how and when you plan to talk about how he/she was conceived. You may intend to wait until the child reaches a certain age, and may have specific ideas on what information to disclose and how to disclose ...
The Choice of a Lifetime
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by Iris Waichler, L.C.S.W. A close friend and I were talking about something that affects many of us who have experienced infertility. She has moved from infertility into adoption. There have been some calls about babies ...
Massachusetts fertility specialist to present webinar for gay male couples
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I'm a Sam Pang fan. I first met Dr. Pang in Massachusetts when I went up to direct him in The AFA video, "Reproductive Options for Gay Women." Since then, I have gotten to know Dr. Pang and continue to be impressed with his integrity, great caring for patients, and pr...
Adoption and Collaboration Reproduction – which path is right for you?
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By Denise Seidelman, Esq. Both adoption and collaborative reproduction (fertility options that involve third parties, such as gamete donors and gestational surrogates) provide the means to create or expand your family. ...
Stopping Infertility Treatment and Moving On to Other Options
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by Andrea Braverman, Ph.D. When is enough, enough? This question creeps in at different moments as you pursue infertility treatment. Enough is a judgment that is weighed individually but has common thoughts and feelings. For many, the point of Enough is reached when treatment ...
Free Isn’t Always a Bargain
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by Iris Waichler, L.C.S.W. There seem to be more stories in magazines and the news about collaborative or third party reproduction. Newsweek recently did a cover story entitled “You Got Your Sperm Where? How to Get Pregnant Fast, Cheap, and in Public.” The story focuses on ...
Growing Concerns about Non Regulation of Donors – Really???
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By Stuart Bell I am writing in response to Iris Wachler’s recent blog entitled “Growing Concerns about Non Regulation of Donors.” Now, let me disclose a few things: I usually really like Iris’s pieces and so appreciate her commitment to our field. I am a parent ...
Growing Concerns about Non Regulation of Donors
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by Iris Waichler, LCSW I heard the term “accidental incest” for the first time last week. I was with a couple of friends who also had kids through egg donors and we all shared the same stunned ...
