
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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 20 | Founded | a year ago |
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In this expert episode, I sit down with Stewart Dalley, a lawyer at Dalley Sundar who specialises in queer family formation in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Stewart has both lived and professional experience in this space: he has three daughters of his own... more
In this episode of Proud Conception, I'm joined by Amy and Rochelle, a lesbian couple who have been together since 2006 and married since 2008, long before marriage equality. They are mums to Josh, now 12, and Alex, now 8.
We start in the present, w... more
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
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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.
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This show centers on LGBTQ+ families in Aotearoa, New Zealand, sharing real journeys of parenthood—from surrogacy and donor conception to fostering and non-traditional paths to parenting. Episodes frequently feature first-hand accounts from LGBTQ+ parents and partners, along with healthcare and fertility professionals who discuss counselling, clinic processes, legal realities, and inclusive care. A standout trait is the emphasis on advocacy, community building, and practical guidance for navigating donor options, surrogacy, and cross-cultural family dynamics, making it a valuable resource for prospective LGBTQ+ parents, allies, and professionals in family-building spaces. The mix of personal storytelling and expert insights creates a suppor... more
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Recent guests on Proud Conception Podcast include:
1. Kate Zame
2. Andy Leggat
3. Dr. Olivia Stuart
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