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Paths to Parenthub Podcast

Becky Kearns
Donor Conception
Egg Donation
Sperm Donation
Healthcare
United Kingdom
ESHRE
Openid / ID Release
Emotional Support & Family Counseling
Event In London
UK HFEA Regulation
Donor Identity Checks / Medical History Verification
TV Edwards
Lister Hospital
Counselling For Donors
Family Limits For Donors
Anonymous Vs Open Donors

Following on from series one of the previously named ‘Redefining Parenthood Podcast’, host Becky of DefiningMum is joined by co-host Hayley King of All Things Donor Conception to form the ‘Paths to Parenthub podcast’. Sharing perspectives as parents to donor-conceived children, and in Hayley’s case being a donor-conceived person herself, they focus on conversations about some of the more complex, ... more

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In this final episode of Season 4 of the Paths to Parenthub Podcast, Becky and Hayley are joined by Evgenia, Anastasia and Christiana from Ovacy Egg Bank to bust some of the most common myths surrounding egg donation in Cyprus.

This is an honest and... more

In this deeply personal and insightful episode of the Paths to Parenthub Podcast, we speak with Sarah from Toronto, a mum to three children, each conceived in a different way.

Sarah shares the story of how she and her husband navigated medical diagn... more

In this episode of the Paths to Parenthub podcast, Hayley and Becky sit down to explore the questions they believe can be helpful for intended parents to ask their egg or sperm bank, or fertility clinic, when considering donor conception.

Rather tha... more

In this special episode, Hayley and Becky are joined by an egg donor, sharing her story under the alias “Snow”.

This conversation brings together three lived perspectives on donor conception. Hayley, a donor conceived person, Becky a mum through egg... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Mavrides
Resident doctor within the ISIS Clinic, OVACY Egg Bank
OVACY / ISIS Clinic
Episode: Building Ethical Fertility Care: A Conversation with Dr Mavrides
Sophie Zadeh
Researcher from the University of Sussex, known for the Young Adult Study
University of Sussex
Episode: Episode 6: Inside ESHRE 2025 - Reflections, Research and Real Conversations on Donor Conception
Astrid Indekeu
Donor conception researcher from Belgium
Independent/Belgium-based research in Europe
Episode: Episode 6: Inside ESHRE 2025 - Reflections, Research and Real Conversations on Donor Conception
Vasanti Jadva
Professor, researcher known for work on disclosure in donor conception
University/Path to Parenthood collaborations
Episode: Episode 6: Inside ESHRE 2025 - Reflections, Research and Real Conversations on Donor Conception
Anest Mathias
Family Law Solicitor
TV Edwards
Episode: Using a Known Donor at a UK HFEA Clinic - What You Need to Know
James Nicolopoulos
Fertility Specialist Doctor
The Lister Hospital
Episode: Using a Known Donor at a UK HFEA Clinic - What You Need to Know
Julianne Butelev
Consultant perinatal psychologist
Parenthood in Mind
Episode: Bonus Episode – Trying to Conceive? You Don’t Want to Miss This!
Dr. Avital Perlman
Child psychologist
Parenthood in Mind
Episode: Bonus Episode – Trying to Conceive? You Don’t Want to Miss This!

Hosts

Becky
Host of Paths to Parenthub podcast; appears across most episodes discussing donor conception journeys and policy/contextual topics.
Hayley King
Co-host; contributes donor-conception perspectives and guest discussions, often focusing on donor conception and family-building.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Open, honest and BRILLIANT

    I have been a member of the Paths to Parenting HUB for a little while now. The resources available through that for donor families is so fantastic and this podcast continues that theme! I am working my through the back catalogue and love the openness with which Becky and Hayley speak with their guests. As a mum to donor children, I am always interested in hearing the experiences of others who have gone through the process of creating their family through donor conception. Every family has a diff... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2donordaughtersKR
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Just brilliant and so so helpful

    I wish every person conceiving with donor gametes was told by their clinic to listen to this podcast. It manages to both validate our feelings as parents of DC children, and equip us to do right by them. Love it love it love it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S_Wayne1
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • An absolute must!

    This series is an absolute must for anyone with an interest in Donor Conception. The topics are current, sensitively discussed and managed and informative. Talking from experience and engaging their audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ectaylos
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • 💕

    I absolutely love this podcast. So many relatable topics discussed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kristi.hol
    Norway3 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast

    Must listen podcast for parents of donor conceived children or anyone considering donor conception as an option to becoming parents. Thought provoking and honest discussions all round !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dawney owl
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Open, honest and BRILLIANT — listeners appreciate the candid discussions and supportive tone.
Relatable and warm presentation makes complex topics accessible to a broad audience.
Informative and validating for donor-conception families; episodes equip listeners with practical insights.
Current and compassionate coverage of sensitive topics earns trust from the community.

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Belgium/Health & Fitness

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One Family, Three Conception Stories: A Conversation with Sarah
Q: Tell us your story, yes, Sarah. What brought you to Donor Conception?
Sarah describes a long journey beginning with male-factor infertility, a near two-percent natural conception chance, and a sudden realization that donor options could help them grow their family. She explains how therapy supported navigating conversations and how a planned “donor backup” path became the route to three donor-conceived sons.
In the Donor’s Voice: Completing the Triangle
Q: Have you ever had any medical complications from donating?
She reports no major health issues related to donation beyond typical period pain, with thorough medical oversight before and after each procedure.
In the Donor’s Voice: Completing the Triangle
Q: How many times have you donated?
She donated five times, highlighting the safety checks and support from the clinic and the varying regulatory framework.
In the Donor’s Voice: Completing the Triangle
Q: Did you donate under anonymity or open ID?
She notes Cyprus has moved toward open ID options and discusses how she would feel about potential future contact with donor-conceived offspring, indicating openness to meet if that occurred.
In the Donor’s Voice: Completing the Triangle
Q: What brought you to donate?
Snow explains that she wanted to help couples conceive and felt a strong affinity for children, which motivated her to donate after learning about the option through a doctor who encouraged informing herself about the process.

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What is Paths to Parenthub Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A discussion-driven show focused on donor conception, parenting, and fertility ethics, featuring hosts who share personal journeys as parents of donor-conceived children and as a donor-conceived individual. Episodes frequently bring in clinicians, researchers, donors, legal experts, and recipient parents to explore regulatory landscapes, clinical practices, psychosocial support, and practical pathways for building families through donor programs. Notable strengths include candid storytelling, practical guidance for navigating legal and medical questions, and a collaborative, community-oriented approach that connects listeners with resources and professional insights. The format often centers on open dialogue, real-life experiences, and acti... more

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2. Sophie Zadeh
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4. Vasanti Jadva
5. Anest Mathias
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