After taking some time off for several positive life transitions in 2023, Jana returns to her podcast with a bang!
To kick off season 4, she's chatting with the multi-talented Erin Maya – actress, producer, composer, and the brains behind The Complete Picture Musical, a groundbreaking show about donor conception. Together, they unpack the birth of this musical gem and explore the complexities of donor conception, busting myths and shedding light on what it's really like.
Trust is a big theme here, especially when it comes to the bond between parents and donor-conceived kids. Erin shares her own journey, from grappling with her identity to owning it with pride, showing us that trust and open communication are game-changers.
This episode gives us a glimpse into the overlapping themes of those touched by adoption and donor conception. As an adoptee, Jana shares her own story of reconnecting with her biological father, showing us the highs and lows of the experience, including the immense love and loyalty she has for her dad, the one that raised her.
In the end, it's all about the power of honest conversations. Whether you're navigating donor conception yourself or just curious about it, this episode is a must-listen for its invaluable insights and heartfelt storytelling.
If you're interested in watching the entire concert, simply email thecompletepicturemusical@gmail.com for the link. She would appreciate any donations in return. You can send your donations to the musical's Venmo account @thecompletepicturemusical. For more information and updates about The Complete Picture, follow the show on Instagram @thecompletepicturemusical or visit our website at www.thecompletepicturemusical.com. If you'd like to get involved, please reach out to Erin at thecompletepicturemusical@gmail.com.
Educating Children about the Different Ways Families are Made
Inconceivedable, Part 2
Inconceivedable, Part 1
Announcing International Donation Conception Awareness Day- April 27
Did Nikita Find Her Donor?
Dr. Diane Tober Conducts the First Long-term Research on Egg Donors
Hannah's Resilency After Learning She Was Donor Conceived in a Hurtful Way
Eric Shares His Experience Raising His Donor Conceived Children into Teen Years
BONDING WITH BABY VISUALIZATION from Three Makes Baby Audiobook
Kyle, Raised by a Single Mom Always Knew about his Donor Conception
Renee & Tom- How Infertilty Impacts Their Relationship
Parents of DC Children Talk about the Hard Stuft- Part 2
Talking All About Sperm & Testing with Manager of Yo Sperm
Parents of Donor Conceived Kids Talk about the Hard Stuff- Part 1
Vince Speaks Openly About Male Infertility & Lead a Support Group for Other Men
Brittany's Discovers Her Donor Keeps Donating Beyond Recommended Limit
Emma, a Donor Conceived Adult & Triplet of a Single, Gay Mom Shares Thoughts about Her "Biological Father"
Gail, a Mom Via Sperm Donation, Advocates for Change in the Field
Sheri, Author of You Were Meant for Me, Shares Her Story of Embryo Adoption
Kerry Pursues Embryo Adoption & Open Relationship
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