S1:E2 – Feona & Siena

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Written By Alisha Burns

Double Donor and Determination: Feona’s Path to Motherhood

In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Feona shares her incredible journey to becoming a solo mum by choice. After a devastating diagnosis of low fertility at 39, she refused to give up on her dream of motherhood. Feona took a bold step, combining donor egg and sperm in South Africa to conceive her daughter, Sienna. From navigating anonymous donations to building connections with donor siblings, Feona’s story highlights resilience, resourcefulness, and the ever-evolving journey of solo motherhood.

Key Takeaways:

  • How a double donor journey works.

  • The emotional impact of fertility challenges.

  • Finding connections with donor siblings.

  • The importance of talking openly with donor-conceived children.

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