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Three Makes Baby Podcast

Jana M Rupnow, LPC
Donor Conception
Donor Conception Awareness Day
Known Sperm Donation
Openness In Donor Conception
Identity
Fertility Counseling
Donor-Conceived People
Parenthood
Grief and Identity
Family Relationships
Infertility
Legal Agreements
Transparency In Donation
The Seed Scout
Egg Donation
Musicals
Parenting
LGBTQ+ Families
Genetic Genealogy
Fertility Fraud

Fertility psychotherapist, Jana Rupnow, interviews parents, donor conceived individuals and professionals about the challenges and dilemmas of assisted reproductive technology baby-making and the expect-able tensions between positive and negative feelings that come along the way when, instead of baby makes three; three makes baby.

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Latest Episodes

International Donor Conception Awareness Day (IDCAD) is coming up on April 27, 2025, and in this episode, I’m sharing how you can get involved in this growing global movement. Whether you're a parent, a donor-conceived person, a professional, or simp... more

In this special episode, fertility counselor Jana Rupnow invites Dr. Diane Tober, a medical anthropologist and associate professor at the University of Alabama, to discuss the intricate dynamics of egg donation. Dr. Tober delves into her research on ... more

In this heartfelt episode, I speak with Angela, an egg donor who shares her medical scare that could impact the lives of the children born from her donations.

As an egg donor beginning in 2010, with children herself, she share her challenges with an... more

Host Jana Rupnow engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Jill Maron, Chief of Pediatrics at Women's and Infant Hospital and Professor of Pediatrics at Brown University. Dr. Maron shares her unique perspective as both a neonatologist and a donor... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jill Maron
Chief of pediatrics at Women's and Infant Hospital and professor of pediatrics at Brown University
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Episode: Dr. Jill Maron on Donor Conception and Genetic Testing
Erin Maya
Singer, actress, writer, and composer of 'The Complete Picture'.
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Episode: A Donor Conception Musical

Host

Jana Rupnow
A fertility counselor, Jana Rupnow hosts the discussions around challenges in assisted reproductive technology and advocates for openness in donor conception experiences.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • So thought-provoking and useful

    As a couple facing infertility and making a choice to use a donor, we return regularly to this podcast to discuss the different issues raised so very humanly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ale travels
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Love this podcast

    I love this podcast and I love the host, Jana. She come to the topic with experiences that allow her to be empathetic to all of her guests. I am donor conceived and this podcast has helped me understand my feelings better by hearing other stories. Anyone deciding about using donor gametes, donor conceived, or just interested in the industry and it’s impacts on the humans involved would love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex Lament
    United States4 years ago
  • Most helpful podcast

    I am adopted and am and adult now going through male infertility that has my husband really struggling with his mental health. Donor sperm and adoption is something that is so normal to me and I had parents that handled it so well and never hid it from myself or my brother that was adopted from another family. We were never treated any differently so it’s had been hard for my to understand his hesitation to move forward. Realizing that this is all so foreign to him and gaining tools to help him ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    therealladyluck
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    I love this podcast so much. It came at the perfect time for us, just as we were considering egg donor IVF as our route to parenthood. I really enjoy the variety of guests, from those experiencing infertility to those that have had success as well as experts and those who are donor conceived. Jana is an excellent host - sensitive to her guests and knowledgable about the subject area.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lowAMHjourney
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Amazing

    Thank you for this podcast - it is so important and necessary

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ar0827
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Frequent praise is given for the host's knowledge and gentleness in navigating difficult subjects.
Many find the variety of guests and their stories refreshing and enlightening, offering new perspectives on complex emotions.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and human approach to sensitive topics around fertility and donor conception.
The host's empathy and insights have helped many understand their own experiences better.

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Known Sperm Donation Program is Finally Available
Q: Can you help me understand why using a known donor is often perceived as more expensive?
Legal fees are involved since each party needs their own lawyer to ensure a clear and protected agreement.
Dr. Jill Maron on Donor Conception and Genetic Testing
Q: What is the real problem regarding donor conception in the U.S.?
The unregulated donor system leads to children being left without crucial health information and the potential for numerous unknown siblings.
Dr. Jill Maron on Donor Conception and Genetic Testing
Q: What are we protecting children from regarding genetic testing?
We're protecting them from the psychological burden of knowing potential risks when the knowledge may not even lead to preventative measures.
Dr. Jill Maron on Donor Conception and Genetic Testing
Q: What experiences as a neonatologist inform your perspective about DNA testing?
My experiences as a donor-conceived individual and my work with donor-conceived children show the need for careful consideration regarding genetic testing.

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A blend of personal stories and professional insights, this podcast explores the multifaceted issues surrounding assisted reproductive technology, such as donor conception and fertility challenges. Through interviews with parents, donor-conceived individuals, and industry professionals, the content highlights the emotional complexities and ethical dilemmas faced by those navigating their journeys to parenthood. Noteworthy episodes provide platforms for voices from diverse experiences, emphasizing the importance of openness, honesty, and community in understanding these intricate family dynamics and personal narratives.

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