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Proud Conception Podcast

Rachael Gresson
LGBTQ+ Families
Parenthood
LGBTQ+ Parenthood
Infertility
IVF
LGBTQ+ Family Building
Family Building
Surrogacy
New Zealand
Egg Donation
Donor Sperm
Gender Transition
Insemination
Sperm Donation
Rainbow Families Aotearoa
Fertility Counseling
LGBTQ+ Parenting
Adoption
Parenting Challenges
Nonprofit Organization

Welcome to Proud Conception, a podcast that explores the diverse parenthood journeys of LGBTQ+ families in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Each episode dives into real stories of parenthood, focusing on the lived experiences of queer parents as they navigate the path to building their families. Keep listening for the expert interviews where we hear from the people supporting these paths to parenthood. This... more

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In this episode of Proud Conception, I’m joined by Rose, a mum of two who is parenting well beyond the early years, with one child in their mid-teens and another entering adolescence.

We go right back to the beginning of Rose and her wife’s journey ... more

Today we are joined by Kate Zame and we’re getting into the nitty gritty of traditional surrogacy—not just what it is and how it differs from gestational surrogacy, but what it actually looks like when you’re living it.

Kate and her wife Kelly have ... more

In this episode of Proud Conception, I’m joined by Claire, someone who has become one of my closest friends and a huge part of the reason this podcast exists at all!

Claire shares the story of how she and her wife Marissa moved in and out of the ide... more

In our third expert episode, we sit down with Andy Leggat, a health psychologist at Fertility Associates, for a focused conversation about counselling for LGBTQ+ people using donated sperm, eggs, embryos or surrogacy via a fertility clinic to grow th... more

This week on Proud Conception, we meet John, who alongside his husband Nick, embarked on a journey to fatherhood that required immense tenacity and resilience. After ruling out adoption and international options, their path took a beautiful turn when... more

This week on Proud Conception, we hear from Emily, an egg donor who felt called to action after stumbling across a Facebook post from a queer couple hoping to become parents. What began as a moment of curiosity quickly grew into a heartfelt commitmen... more

This week on Proud Conception, we meet Olivia, wife to Karen and mama to four-year-old Rafael. Their path to parenthood took many turns: from working with Oranga Tamariki to potentially care for a relative’s child, to trying at-home inseminations wit... more

This week, I’m thrilled to share our second expert episode with the incredible Dr. Olivia Stuart of Fertility Associates.

Olivia is a gynaecologist, obstetrician, and fertility subspecialist meaning she can walk alongside individuals and couples fr... more

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Recent Guests

Kate Zame
Speech and language therapist, surrogacy advocate
Episode: Kate: All things traditional surrogacy and being a proud, vocal support person
Andy Leggat
Health psychologist and psychology director at Fertility Associates
Fertility Associates
Episode: Expert Andy Leggat: Counselling queer folks using donated sperm, eggs or surrogacy to grow their families
Dr. Olivia Stuart
Gynecologist and obstetrician specializing in fertility at Fertility Associates.
Fertility Associates
Episode: Expert Dr. Olivia Stuart: Queer family building using a fertility clinic, a primer

Host

Rachel Gressen
Host of Proud Conception Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Proud listener

    I am loving this new podcast series for our community and beyond, the host is so friendly and makes these conversations flow so easily. I’m learning so much and really enjoying the stories along the way. It’s given me lots to think about for how I’ll share my kids stories with them when they’re old enough.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Madridala
    New Zealand7 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the welcoming and friendly atmosphere fostered by the host, highlighting the ease of conversation and the insightful stories shared.
Reviews suggest that the content provides much-needed representation and encourages personal reflection on parenting stories.
Many express gratitude for the educational value the podcast brings to LGBTQ+ family building topics, indicating a strong community focus.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Claire: Two mums, unknown clinic donor sperm, IUI, co-feeding, and navigating queer parenthood with conviction
Q: What kind of advice would you give to somebody starting out in doing this and thinking about how to grow their family in a queer relationship?
Seek as much information as you possibly can, and be your own advocate when navigating the clinics.
Expert Andy Leggat: Counselling queer folks using donated sperm, eggs or surrogacy to grow their families
Q: What are the main topics discussed during counselling for those considering donor gametes or surrogacy?
The counselling sessions typically cover rapport building, understanding fears and vulnerabilities, implications of using donors, rights and legislation around donation, and guidance on talking to children about their donor-conceived identity.
Camila: Two mums, known donor, at-home insemination, & connecting rainbow families across Aotearoa
Q: What would be some of the sort of guidance you'd share to someone just starting out?
I think that the biggest thing that I would say to them is just try to find your village. That is the thing that made the biggest difference for us.
Oli: Solo, non-binary birthing parent, clinic and known donor, IUI, IVF and at-home insemination, infertility, & gender transition amidst parenting
Q: Do you have any advice for someone who's just starting out with this process?
Have a support network and know yourself and your mental health while addressing hard things.
Lou: Two mums, IUI, clinic donor sperm, male role models & remembering the bigger picture
Q: How did the process start for you to eventually have Theo?
Lou contacted fertility associates to start the initial discussions and tests, preparing for the journey ahead.

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Exploring the multifaceted journeys of LGBTQ+ families in Aotearoa, the content highlights the personal stories of queer parents as they navigate paths to parenthood. Key topics include egg donation, surrogacy, infertility, and various parenting challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community. The series also features expert insights that enhance understanding of the medical processes and emotional dynamics involved in building families. What sets this content apart is its focus on the unique experiences of diverse family structures while fostering a supportive community atmosphere.

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1. Kate Zame
2. Andy Leggat
3. Dr. Olivia Stuart

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