Donor Conception Network

💛 Today’s our Getting Started event! An informative, supportive day for anyone  thinking about using a donor  We've sold out, but join our mailing list (f.mtr.cool/foioagmrva) or become a member (f.mtr.cool/lwgjziavvf) to be first to hear about our November session

Workshop for parents of donor conceived children (10–20). Explore feelings about possible contact with the donor or half-siblings, hear donor conceived perspectives & gain practical guidance. Online | 13 June | Early bird only £50 Book: f.mtr.cool/fryszlihrg

Don't miss our DCN Members’ Conference in North London!  Meet donor conception families, hear from experts, join panels & discussions. 🎉 Highlights: Dr Leah Gilman, Parent Panels, small group talks & networking 📅 19 April 2026 🎟 Members-only: dcnetwork.org/event/dcn-spri…

Our wonderful volunteers do incredibly important work for our charity and we want to make sure they're really well supported in their roles. Have a look at the highlights from our 2026 Volunteers Day! #donorconception #eggdonation #donorconceptionfamilies #donorconceived

Our London conferences are a real family affair ❤️ With childcare & activities for children, families can connect and keep important conversations going Spring conference next month: art therapy, ‘Talking about Donor Stuff’, teen group, creche and more 🔗f.mtr.cool/kuvgirqghv

📢 Rebecca Coxon – author of Inconceivable, documentary director and donor conceived triplet – joins our 2026 DCN Spring Conference! Hear her story and ask questions live. 📅 19 April |📍 London 🔓 DCN members only 🎟️ f.mtr.cool/oasoedhpxo

Reflecting on the process of egg donation Hear donors share experiences of egg donation: the practicalities and the physical and emotional challenges, and offer advice  Part of the #EDNAproject with @dmuleicester. Watch free: #reflecting-on-the-process" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dcnetwork.org/i-am/donor/hea… #EggDonation #DonorVoices

📅 Saturday 13 June, 2026 ⏰ 9:15am - 12:45pm (BST) 📍 Online via Zoom 💙 Open to both DCN members and non-members 🎟️ £65 per person/£90 per couple or early bird tickets only £50/£75 before 9 May 🔗Book now dcnetwork.org/events/continu… DCN is a UK registered charity (no. 1041297)

Our new Continuing the Conversation workshop helps you have confident conversations about donors and genetic connections. A supportive space to: - Explore what the future might hold - Build confidence talking about donors/half siblings - Connect with other parents who understand

How do egg donors talk with others about their donation?  Hear donors talk about their experiences of sharing their decision to donate with family and friends Part of the #EDNAproject with @dmuleicester. Watch free: #talking-about-your-donation" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dcnetwork.org/i-am/donor/hea… #EggDonation #DonorVoices

⭐ This was taken from a previous Friday Bulletin. The Bulletin is a round-up of all the stories that matter about donor conception, and is one of many benefits of DCN membership. Join us dcnetwork.org/membership/why…

Drawing on lived experience, Lucy encourages women to stop comparing themselves to younger mums, take care of themselves and recognise the quiet strengths that age brings to motherhood.  🔗 geriatricmum.co.uk/how-to-feel-gr…

⭐ Pick of the Month How to Feel Great as a Mum Over 40 Lucy Baker, creator of this supportive online space for women becoming mothers later in life, speaks directly to older mums who are tired of unwelcome jokes, warnings & creeping doubts about their suitability for parenthood.

Huge thanks to the @guardian and @FinancialTimes for an insightful Data Hack Day, helping us analyse our membership data and build a dashboard. For a small charity, this kind of expertise is invaluable. Amazing what anonymised data can reveal when you know where to look!

We’re excited for our DCN Members’ Conference in North London!  Meet donor conception families, hear from experts, join panels & discussions. 🎉 Highlights: Dr Leah Gilman, Parent Panel, small group talks & networking 📅 19 April 2026 🎟 Members-only: dcnetwork.org/event/dcn-spri…

Thinking about solo motherhood? Join tonight’s @FertilityNUK event where DCN’s Jo, solo mum to a 16-year-old, shares her journey Open to women on a solo path – no need to be an FN or DCN member Thurs 26 Feb, 7:30pm Email: singlewomen@fertilitynetworkuk.org #smbc #solomumbychoice

After failed IVF, grief can feel isolating and hard to articulate. At such a vulnerable time, having a space where you don’t have to explain yourself - where others really understand - can make all the difference. Grateful for our members and volunteers who hold that space 🩷

Huge congratulations to Vasanti Jadva on her appointment as Professor of Family Psychology at City St George’s and her inaugural lecture on assisted reproduction and the family today. DCN members can rewatch her Big Question webinar here: #big-question-series" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dcnetwork.org/membership/mem…

Being identified in the future Hear from egg donors as they reflect how it might feel to be contacted by a donor conceived child in the future. Part of the #EDNAproject with @dmuleicester. Watch free: #being-identified-in-future" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dcnetwork.org/i-am/donor/hea… #EggDonation #DonorVoices

Last chance for 'Making it Real' discounted tickets A specialist one-day workshop for professionals working with #donorconception families or those considering donor conception 📆 8 May 2026 | 💻 Online 🎟️ £109 before 1 Mar (£139 after) Info and booking f.mtr.cool/dpjmyjmmwh