The Journey to Motherhood: Single Parent by Choice

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Trigger warning: infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy

In this interview, Jen Miller, a realtor based in Denver, shares her story of becoming a single mother by choice. She provides an honest insight into dealing with the intricacies of IVF treatments, fertility challenges, failed pregnancies and the hardships that come with the decision to have a baby. Jen explored the process of choosing a sperm donor and the struggle of deciding whether to use her eggs or a donor's eggs. At several points on her journey, she experienced failed pregnancies and had to make difficult decisions to keep trying or to stop. Throughout it all, she maintained her career and kept on thriving in her professional life. At the end of her journey, she managed to get a healthy pregnancy, leading to the birth of her son Brooks, who is now four years old.
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00:00 Introduction: The Decision to Become a Single Mom

01:06 Podcast Begins: Welcoming the Guest

01:29 Introducing Jen Miller: A Single Mom by Choice

02:32 The Stigma of Geriatric Pregnancy

04:55 The Journey Begins: Choosing a Sperm Donor

07:46 The Reality of IVF and Egg Freezing

15:47 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Failed Attempts

20:40 The Importance of a Support System

23:30 The Challenges of Balancing Work and Fertility Treatments

25:01 Introduction and Misunderstandings

25:40 The Journey of Egg Retrieval

26:38 The Struggles of Waiting and Uncertainty

28:06 The Emotional Rollercoaster of IVF

32:20 The Decision to Use a Donor

34:04 The Challenges of Finding a Donor

37:19 The Joy and Fear of Pregnancy

41:10 The Reality of Being a Single Mom

48:46 The Balance of Motherhood and Career

49:38 Conclusion and Contact Information