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Upcoming events
April
Apr
27
Social Meet Up for South West London
Heterosexual couple
In person
Local meetup
Member event
Parent
Prospective parent
Same sex female couple
Same sex male couple
Single man
Single woman
We are very pleased to welcome you to a social meet-up SW London families and intended parents. All are welcome to join, whatever your family circumstances, and whether you are parents or prospective parents. Join us for a chance to meet other local members and forge new connections. Children are very welcome.
Date: Saturday 27th April, 10.00-12.00
Location: Elleray Hall, Teddington, TW11 0HG
โข 5 mins walk from Teddington railway station; parking available next to the site
โข Hot & cold drinks will be provided (no food)
Apr
28
Surrey - Family meetup
Heterosexual couple
In person
Local meetup
Member event
Parent
Prospective parent
Same sex female couple
Same sex male couple
Single man
Single woman
The next Surrey meet-up will be a family meetup a lovely park –
Family Picnic
SUNDAY 28th APRIL
1pm at Alice Holt Forest, Farnham
Everyone is welcome and itโs a great place for kids and adults.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Jo, Mel and Kat x
Apr
29
Teen group - pre-session meet
Join us to meet the team for the Teen activity running at this year’s DCN conference on the 4th May. If you would like to read up more about the day planned, please see the programme here: https://www.dcnetwork.org/app/uploads/2024/03/Teen-activity-2024-programme.pdf
Do come prepared with any questions you or your child has about the session.
May
May
1
Men only - discussion group
Chat
Heterosexual couple
Member event
Online
Parent
Prospective parent
Same sex male couple
Single man
This DCN chat is for men only – in any family type, using any donation, those who are thinker/tryers or parents already.
The session will be led by Stephen, dad to twin 9 year old through egg donation in a heterosexual couple.
DCN Chats offer a space for members to come together to talk about shared issues. This is a peer support online get-together.
All our DCN Chat facilitators are members themselves, and hosting the chat as individuals. This is not a professionally led or educational event.
Join us for a friendly non-judgemental space to talk to others in similar situations. If you find that you need further support, please dont hesitate to contact the DC Network office on enquiries@dcnetwork.org
May
4
DCN Spring Conference
Conference
Heterosexual couple
In person
Member event
Parent
Professional
Same sex female couple
Same sex male couple
Single man
Single woman
Annual London conference for DCN members.
Join us for our annual DCN member conference in North London on 4 May 2024. The event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others and to hear from knowledgeable and inspiring speakers.
๐ช๐ต๐ผ ๐๐ต๐ผ๐๐น๐ฑ ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐?
* Parents of donor conceived children: If youโve had children this is a chance to meet other parents, to share experiences and get support. This is a family event so we provide childcare and activities for children up to 12 to make it possible for you all to attend the day.
* DC teens: children aged 13-17 can join the teen group.
* DC people 18+: DC adults are welcome to join us and meet with others in the community.
* Professionals in the field: Please do join us for an informative and thought-provoking event.
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Youโre welcome to join us at this conference but do be aware that the content is aimed mostly at those who already have donor conceived children. We’ll make sure we connect you with other prospective parents on the day.
๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ป๐ณ๐ผ
You can find more details about the conference in the following documents:
* Programme for the day: https://www.dcnetwork.org/app/uploads/2024/03/Programme-to-save-and-share-ahead-of-the-day.pdf
* Childcare and activities for children: https://www.dcnetwork.org/app/uploads/2024/03/Babies-Children-Teens.pdf
* Information summary: https://www.dcnetwork.org/app/uploads/2024/03/General-Information.pdf
๐ก๐ผ๐ ๐ฎ ๐๐๐ก ๐บ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ?
This event is for DCN members and is one of the many benefits of membership. You can join us for just ยฃ7 per month (less if you are a lower income household) and as a member you’ll also get access to online chats, WhatsApp groups, exclusive events, and much more. Visit https://www.dcnetwork.org/civicrm/contribute/transact/?reset=1&id=7 to join today. If you buy a ticket and are not a member, don’t worry – we’ll send you details of how to join.
๐ ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฎ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ณ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ๐: it’s really important to us that our conferences and events provide a safe, confidential space for us to discuss what can be very personal matters. We therefore do not allow journalists or media to attend unless they are joining in a personal capacity as a parent or prospective parent via donor conception or are a donor conceived adult. Furthermore, everything discussed within our events is confidential and may not be reported or shared outside of the event. We may therefore have to refund tickets from those who do not meet these criteria. If you would like to discuss this with us before booking, please do give us a call on +44(0)20 7278 2608.
May
6
Couples - Double or embryo donation - Prospective parents
Chat
Heterosexual couple
Member event
Online
Prospective parent
Same sex female couple
Same sex male couple
This is a DCN chat for heterosexual or same-sex couples who are prospective parents considering or undertaking treatment through double or embryo donation.
DCN Chat is a peer support online get-together. This chat will be facilitated by Erica, mum to one child conceived through double donation.
All our Chat facilitators are members themselves, and hosting the chat as individuals. This is not a professionally led or educational event.
May
7
Single women - Double or embryo donation - Thinker / tryer
Chat
Member event
Online
Prospective parent
Single woman
This is a DCN chat for single women considering or in treatment to become solo mums, considering or using double or embryo donation. This chat offers a space for discussion and peer support.
This chat will be facilitated by Kerry, solo mum through double donation.
All our facilitators are solo mums in the Network. This is not a professionally led or educational event with set objectives, rather this is a space for sharing and meeting others at the same or a similar stage of the journey.
Join us for a supportive space to talk to others in similar situations. If you find that you need further more professional support, please don’t hesitate to contact the DC Network office on enquiries@dcnetwork.org
May
8
Mixed families
Chat
Heterosexual couple
Member event
Online
Parent
Prospective parent
You are invited to join us for a conversation for members who are either intending or have ‘mixed’ families – our term for those with a naturally conceived child (or adopted) and a donor conceived child, to talk about shared issues.
DCN Chat is a peer support online get-together. This DCN Chat will be hosted by Laura, mum to two – the oldest naturally conceived and the youngest conceive through egg donation.
All our DCN Chat facilitators are members themselves, volunteers, and hosting the chat as individuals. This is not a professionally led or educational event.
Join us for a supportive space to talk to others in similar situations. If you find that you need further support, please don’t hesitate to contact the DC Network office on enquiries@dcnetwork.org
May
11
Bath and Somerset - *new group* Family meetup
Heterosexual couple
In person
Local meetup
Member event
Parent
Prospective parent
Same sex female couple
Same sex male couple
Single man
Single woman
Come and join the new group for members in Bath and Somerset for their first meetup in Victoria Park in Frome.
May
12
Berkshire- Solo parents- Windsor way group
In person
Local meetup
Member event
Parent
Prospective parent
Single woman
Windsor solo mum group are inviting solo mums (and mums-to-be) from across the county, to join their next events.
The group have scheduled meetups on the 2nd Sunday of every other month, so put the following dates in your diary if you wish to join:
Sunday 12 May
1pm
South Hill Park Ringmead Bracknell RG12 7PA
(rendezvous lawn near manor house/ cafe at front)
Sunday 14 July
10.30am (until pm)
Lammas Park, Staines TW184UA
(rendezvous on grass between splash park to right and toilet block to left, bring swim stuff. Pay to park or park in Church St)
Sunday 15 September
10.30am (until pm)
South Hill Park, Ringmead Bracknell RG12 7PA
(rendezvous lawn near manor house/ cafe at front)
Sunday 24 November
(Hall- TBC)
am – time depending on availability
Sunday 9 Feb
(Hall- TBC)
pm – time depending on availability