Episode 10: If There's a Chance for These Three Embryos to Have Life, I'm All on Board.

The Embryo Adoption Podcast

#Adoption #Donation #Infertility #Parenting #National Embryo Donation Center #Embryo #Try

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Meet Patrick, who didn't let the potential roadblock of a Hepatitis B-positive blood test stop him and his wife from donating their embryos through the National Embryo Donation Center. This conversation could reshape your thinking about special consideration embryos, whether you're donating or adopting. You're going to love this guy and his heart for life!

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Episode 10: If There's a Chance for These Three Embryos to Have Life, I'm All on Board.

The Embryo Adoption Podcast

published hace 4 años

MP4•Episodio en casa

54 episodios

#Adoption #Donation #Infertility #Parenting #National Embryo Donation Center #Embryo #Try

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Episode 5: Frozen 20 Years: A Baby Named for His Endurance 30:43

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At first, having children came easy for Eric & Nana. But then they encountered secondary infertility before they felt their family was complete. In this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, find out how they turned to two kinds of adoption -including embryo- to complete their family. In the process, God brought them a youngest child who was actually conceived before their oldest! Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 4: Back to Embryo Adoption, Three Years Later 37:13

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Abby & Bryce Thomas may be the only couple we know who literally drove all night (they actually slept in the car!) to get to their frozen embryo transfer. While the early part of their journey with the NEDC didn’t work out as they hoped, they felt led by the Lord to return three years later. Now, as you’ll learn in this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, things are totally different. You’ll love this story of how God has grown Abby & Bryce to a family of six- and not just through embryo adoption!…

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Episode 3: The Least Moral Risk 28:56

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Randy and Jenni share their journey from unexplained infertility to the joy of parenthood through embryo adoption, guided by faith and ethical considerations. They reflect on the emotional process, the birth of their son Silas (frozen for 9.5 years!), and they have a surprise to unveil, so listen all the way to the end! Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 2: “Even if We Couldn’t Have Kids, God is Enough” 21:59

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Because of a previous battle with a tumor, Drew knew having children might be a challenge when he & Chrissy got married. He was right, but now they’re both thankful for their eventual answer -embryo adoption- and confident it was the road God had for them all along. It’s even created opportunities for them to share their son Theo and his story at art shows! But more than anything, it’s taught them that God is enough, even when facing the possible death of a dream. Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 1: The First Embryo Adoption Baby, All Grown Up 24:53

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In this compelling Season 5 kickoff episode, we hear from Hannah Strege, the first official embryo adoption baby, as she shares her extraordinary journey and ongoing advocacy for embryo adoption. From her parents' simple "seed analogy" explanation of her origins to memorable moments like visiting the White House, Hannah's story is both inspiring and thought-provoking. She reflects on her genetic family, discusses her unique perspective on embryo adoption as a bridge in the pro-choice/pro-life debate, and calls for necessary reforms in the fertility industry. Now a licensed social worker, Hannah envisions a future dedicated to adoption counseling and raising awareness about this life-giving option for families facing infertility. Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 13: Unexpected Feelings in Embryo Adoption 29:56

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Donors’ and recipients’ feelings can change in surprising ways during the embryo adoption process, so anticipating the unexpected can lead to a better experience. In this Season 4 finale of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, psychologist Dr. Jaclyn Davis shares key findings from her extensive research with embryo adoption families. NOTE: If you would like to learn more about joining Dr. Davis’s embryo adoption support group, you may email her at jaclyndavisphd@gmail.com . Here is the link to her private practice: https://www.glenforestpsychological.com/ . Spread the word! Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 12: "It Was Magic. It Really Was." 28:57

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After a long stretch of unexplained infertility, Amber describes it as “incredible, crazy, and magic” when she and Matt learned they were pregnant with twins through embryo adoption. In this episode, they share their helpful, inspiring story- highlighting the importance of communication, openness to unique family-building methods, and gratitude for the journey that’s brought them closer together. Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 11: Toward a More Life-Affirming World for Human Embryos 21:32

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NEDC President Dr. Jeffrey Keenan thinks February’s landmark Alabama Supreme Court ruling could lead to a more life-affirming world for frozen embryos. But it won’t happen without navigating some complex questions: Does “life begins at conception” include embryos? Are we willing to advocate for more ethical IVF? Can Christian believers unite on a life-affirming approach to fertility treatment? Dr. Keenan walks through some of these vital questions in this special episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast. Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 10: Klinefelter Syndrome: Not the Final Word 28:00

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Brittany & John once thought Klinefelter syndrome had erased any hope of experiencing pregnancy. Now, they’re in awe of God’s goodness as Brittany is about to deliver their embryo adoption baby. In this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, they share their journey, which they call “miraculous & remarkable.” Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 9: It Won't Matter Someday 40:32

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Embryo adoption and infertility can be very tough on people who are “planners," like Jenna and her husband. They never planned to be a one-child family, but they are. In this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, Jenna unpacks an embryo adoption journey of both lasting joy and lingering disappointment. She also describes how God is working through her shattered plans to shape her. May her story bring you comfort, peace, and hope. Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 8: Bonus Episode: Karen Kingsbury on Her New Embryo Adoption Movie 21:32

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Known as “The Queen of Christian Fiction,” bestselling author Karen Kingsbury has a new movie out- and it’s about embryo adoption! Karen joins The Embryo Adoption Podcast to talk about her newly released film Someone Like You (based on her book of the same name). It’s a story she believes in so much, she used her life savings to finance it! Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 7: Pastoral Perspective, Post-Alabama 28:07

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Embryo adoption parents Isaac & Olivia Hall say people have been asking them a lot more questions about embryo adoption and IVF lately. The spark: February’s Alabama Supreme Court decision declaring embryos to be human lives. Isaac & Olivia are a natural go-to couple, not only because they’ve adopted embryos, but because Isaac is a pastor. Hear more about the conversations they’re having post-Alabama. Plus, learn from their own journey, which starts with a deeply felt family connection to adoption, in this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast. Share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 6: Poorer-Quality Embryos, Better Result 28:33

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John & Sarah were prepared for another failure when the embryos in their second NEDC transfer were graded lower than those in their first. Now, they have twins from that transfer! Lots of helpful stuff in this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, including takeaways on overcoming cancer, the importance of having a mentor couple, not putting too much stock in an embryo’s grade, and trusting God at a deeper level! Don’t forget to share, rate, review, and subscribe to The Embryo Adoption Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.…

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Episode 5: "It's Easy to Feel Alone." 21:26

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It’s easy to feel alone, whether you’re an adult experiencing pregnancy failure, or an embryo adoption kid with a different story than your peers. In this episode, NEDC mom Ambre Williams unpacks how community & prayer led her & her husband to peace during their uneven embryo adoption journey. Plus, she shares about her new children’s book, aimed at making embryo adoption children (and others born outside traditional means) feel loved & special, not alone. Find this podcast helpful? Spread the word! Share, rate, review, and subscribe.…

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Episode 4: A Doctor’s Fatherly Advice, A Wish Come True Through Triplets 49:01

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