Getting Started
An in-person event for anyone considering donor conception and wondering what it’s really like to take this route to parenthood.
Our November 2025 event is now fully booked.
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 growing up
- Parents by donor conception talking through their decision-making and life as a parent.
‘The DCN event was very thought provoking and informative. It gave us a lot of insight into what to consider and if it’s right for us. It was amazing to connect with others and made us feel less alone.’
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 £90 per person (£160 for a couple ticket) and the 11am start time makes it easier 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
- 15 November 2025
- 11am-5pm
- In person, London Waterloo
- Early bird tickets only £75 per person/£130 per couple before 25 October (£90/£160 thereafter)
- Friendly and inclusive: suitable for all family types
- Open to both DCN members and non-members
Our November 2025 event is now sold out. Members will be emailed when tickets for 2026 go on sale. If you’re not a member, please do join our mailing list to find out about this and future events.
‘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.