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Personal stories

We know that hearing about the experiences and journeys of other families can be enormously reassuring and helpful, so we have a bank of over 100 personal stories accessible to everyone.

Personal stories relating to telling and talking

Below you’ll find stories where DCN members talk about their personal experiences of telling and talking about donor conception. Click the button to view all of our 100+ personal stories across all topics.

Personal stories

“Patrick is a star…”

Personal stories

"We know who his daddy is."

Pick of the month

Helpful guidance for those grappling with when and how to tell their children they’re donor conceived

Pick of the month

Parenting a Donor-Conceived Child – 8 Things I've Learned

Pick of the month

‘Ask a therapist’ guidance on sharing information with a disinterested child (US Donor Conceived Council)

Articles

Telling your child: do you ever feel ready?
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