Sperm Donor?

That's awesome. Can't wait to read your birth story here

WOW. I always knew that the power of “girlfriends” were really strong, but very often I still get amazed. Thanks for all the encouraging words. Although I felt sure of my decision, I needed some girl-support.
I made an appointment with a gyno. for middle May. First step….

Hi Bella. A friend of mine went through this last year. She's 33. She went through the whole process (clinic in Rosebank) and found it quite easy and exciting. She however, did not fall pregnant and didn't go back as she met a guy just after that and she now has a baby boy with this guy (baby was born at 26 weeks, but is doing well and is home already).

Anyways, on being a single mommy. It's not really so hard. When I had my 1st daughter at 26 I was so ready for a baby. I didn't go the same route as you, but her 'sperm donor' was and is not around at all. I was single for nearly 4 years before I got together with my current husband and in all honestly it was much easier being a single mother than being married with 2 kids, trying to keep hubby and the kids happy. You are the only one making decisions, so there's no fighting there etc. etc. You eat what you want, you bring up your child the way you want.

The most difficult thing on being a single mother is that you are all alone. It's hard to go out just to buy bread and milk for example. But you've got friend, family, nanny around, even that should not be a problem. And off course, sharing your pregnancy - you get sooo excited about things and there's no one to share it with . But that's where this forum comes in handy .

Every woman deserves to be a mommy. Best of luck and keep us posted.

I think that is a wonderful idea. You do sound like you are ready! Good luck!

Bella you know in your heart that you will be a wonderful mom and regardless of your situation, you deserve to be one.

The fertility clinics handle sperm donation and you can choose a sperm donor.

The process is straight forward and may include a psychological session etc.

I can relate to the age problem and was told at 30 I had all the time in the world. At 33 I was told I was in perimenopause (way too young) and had virtually no time so yes age is an important consideration.

Good luck mommy to be. xxx

Hi. I would like your opinion on a very big decision I am about to make. I am a 30 year old woman with no immediate prospects of getting married and/or having children, I so madly want. I am considering sperm donation in order for me to get pregnant. I am a practical person, but I do (fully) understand the challenges of being a single parent. I have a good job and my income will be able to provide for a child. I am afraid of the proses, but I am more afraid of not doing this when I am still young. Please give me your opinions and advice.