Making the decision to be a mother is one of the biggest, most exciting, and terrifying, decisions you will ever make. At some point during your pregnancy, birth, or parenting journey you will be faced with judgment from people close to you who question or criticize your decisions. While these concerns may come from a good intentioned place it can be challenging to feel like your family or friends do not support your choices. The path and choices that lead to becoming a mother look a bit different for everyone. This episode addresses an email from Denise who has decided to become a mother by insemination from donor sperm and she is concerned about breaking the news to her family.

Show notes: http://pregnancypodcast.com/insemination/

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