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‘Getting Started’

‘Getting Started’ is our in-person event for anyone considering donor conception and wondering what it’s really like to take this route to parenthood.

Next event: 29 March 2025

Are you thinking about using donor conception to start or expand your family? If so, we know you’ll have lots of questions. Our new ‘Getting Started’ event is the perfect place to start getting answers. Join us and hear from:

  • An embryologist from a UK clinic giving essential medical info
  • A donor conceived adult talking about their experiences of growing up DC
  • Parents by donor conception talking through their decision-making and life as a parent.

Suitable for everyone at the start of their donor conception journey

This event is perfect for same-sex and heterosexual couples and for those planning to become single parents. It’s a friendly, inclusive chance to meet others at a similar stage in a relaxed environment at this in-person event.

Affordable and impartial

This one-day event costs just £75 when booked early and the 11am start time makes it easy to get to Waterloo and home in a day. This event is a Donor Conception Network event so you can rest assured that all information will be impartial and based on our experience of working with donor conception families for the past 30 years.

Essential info

  • Date: 29 March 2025, 11am-5pm
  • London Waterloo
  • Early bird tickets only £75 per person/£130 per couple 
  • Friendly and inclusive

Book now

“A fantastic and very well organised event that really helped me move on in my journey. Don’t miss it!”

Feeling unsure?

We know this is an emotional topic. We’re really looking forward to seeing you and the event promises to be a warm and friendly space with lots of support available. If you’d like to have a chat before booking, please feel free to give us a call on 020 7282 2608 or email enquiries@dcnetwork.org as we’d be happy to answer any questions you might have.