Show Notes
When should you tell your donor-conceived child their story?
Not "if," but "when." In today's world, donor conception is no longer something families can, or should, keep secret. More importantly, experts and donor-conceived adults agree that children benefit from growing up knowing their story.
In this episode of Create A Happy Family, reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Danny Shapiro and donor-conceived adult Josh McLaurin share why early disclosure matters, how it shapes identity, and why DNA isn't destiny. Together, they offer practical guidance and reassurance for parents navigating donor conception with honesty, love, and confidence.
In this episode, we discuss:
When to tell your donor-conceived child Why early disclosure matters Identity and donor conception Meeting your biological donor as an adult Common concerns intended parents have Why DNA doesn't define a family
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