S2: Episode 13 - Dara's Story

In this episode, Dara Roth Edney MSW/RSW opens up about her personal journey through infertility, IVF, and surrogacy. She shares what it was like to walk such a complex path to motherhood at a time when support was scarce, and how she ultimately found strength, community, and healing along the way.From the decision to pursue surrogacy, to inducing lactation, navigating relationships with surrogates, and choosing to stop at two children, Dara speaks honestly about the emotional ups and downs of building a family in non-traditional ways.She also talks about setting boundaries, finding coping strategies, and the power of community that gave her moments of hope and renewal. Now working as a fertility therapist, Dara shares how her own story has shaped her life's work. Whether you're just starting your fertility journey or supporting someone through theirs, Dara’s reflections offer comfort, insight, and a reminder that there’s no one right way to create a family.Connect with Dara https://informedfertility.ca/--> We are not medical professionals or mental health practitioners, so please be sure to listen to your doctor and health care professional's advice, above all else. Our hope with each story we share on this Podcast, is that you find something and can relate in some way that brings you a sense of community and hope.Please subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss an episode and become a part of our compassionate and supportive community. We welcome you.Learn more about Oasis Fertility Support Network Learn more about Oasis Fertility Support Network:WEB: ⁠https://oasisfsn.com/⁠ SOCIAL: ⁠@oasisfsn⁠EMAIL: ⁠[email protected] ⁠⁠SIGN UP FOR A SUPPORT GROUP HERE ⁠