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Meet Our Families

Read stories from real Illume Fertility patients and find inspiration and hope in the diversity of success. From donor conception to IVF and beyond, our families share their experience with fertility treatment and what they learned on their journey to parenthood. 

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The Pain of Terminating a Wanted Pregnancy | Maureen & Melissa's Story

A same-sex couple shares their experience with termination for medical reasons (TFMR) and how they healed as a family.

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Building a Family with Love & Reciprocal IVF | Taylor & Holly's Story

Two moms share what it was like to both participate in the building of their family through IUI and reciprocal IVF.

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From Hopeful Parents to LGBTQ+ Advocates | Stef & Denise's Story

One same-sex couple shares how their own family-building journey inspired them to become advocates for change.

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Why We Decided to Stop IVF | Emily & Staci's Story (Part 2)

After 693 injections, years of genetic testing, pregnancy loss and unsuccessful IVF cycles, two hopeful moms decide to stop pursuing IVF.

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The Surprise of a Lifetime | Megan & Nicole's Story

Megan and Nicole always dreamt of becoming mothers one day, but nothing could have prepared them for how their journey to parenthood unfolded.

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Navigating Our Bumpy Road to Parenthood | Emily & Staci's Story (Part 1)

A couple shares the unexpected challenges of family building as an LGBTQ+ couple, including unexpected genetic diagnoses, loss and more.

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Building Our Family Through Surrogacy | Tim & Steve's Story

After two IVF and surrogacy journeys brought their children Ben and Lucy into the world, LGBTQ+ dads Tim and Steve share their amazing story.

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"We are forever grateful to Dr. Murdock and all of the incredible people at Illume Fertility. There aren’t enough words in the world to thank them properly and show our gratitude."

Alicia | Mom to Avery

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“We were drawn to Illume Fertility because they were very much aligned with our needs as an LGBTQ+ couple. Many fertility clinics showed images of same-sex couples on their websites, but didn't have anything specific to offer like Illume did.”

Rosa & Jackie | Moms to Ethan

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“After 2 unsuccessful IUIs and an endometriosis diagnosis, our baby boy was conceived through our first round of IVF. We’d like to thank all of the doctors and staff, but especially Dr. Richlin, for helping make our dreams come true by bringing our baby boy into the world.”

Nicole | Mom to Alexander (Endometriosis, IVF)

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"It was important to us to work with a doctor and a clinic that really embraces the LGBTQ+ community, and it was immediately clear that the entire Illume Fertility team truly derives joy from helping us grow our families."

Tim & Steve | Dads to Ben & Lucy

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