Donor Conception Network
Parent led: child focused. Supporting donor conception families for 30 years
We're a supportive charity network of over 2,200, mainly UK-based, families with children conceived with donated sperm, eggs or embryos, those thinking about or undergoing donor conception procedures and donor conceived people.
What's happening at DC Network
Some upcoming events
Considering egg, sperm, double or embryo donation?
Looking for information or support? Feeling alone?
If you are contemplating donor conception or are having treatment, whether in the UK or abroad (whatever kind of donor you are using) we are here to offer support and information. We can help you think through your questions and concerns; just click on the section below that fits to get details aimed more specifically at you and your situation. If you are at the early stages you might want to attend a webinar to get an overview of donor conception and what to consider. Our professionally run, facilitated Destination Parenthood workshops provide more in-depth and focussed spaces to explore your hopes and fears and share with others at a similar stage. Feedback from these workshops is extremely positive and we know they can be transformative.
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Connection with others
They say it takes a village to raise children. Well, sometimes it takes a village to help you even contemplate that journey.
Already parents? Looking for help with telling your child?
If you are pregnant or already have children of any age conceived through donor conception then we have lots of resources as well as support and information for you and your family.
If you would like a dedicated opportunity to explore how to start the conversation with your children about how they were conceived you might like to attend one of our Telling and Talking workshops.
If you are looking for books to support 'telling' have a look in our bookshop and choose the section that fits your situation best. We have a range of books for children called 'Our Story' and a series for parents called 'Telling and Talking' which cover developmental stages (0-7yrs, 8-12yrs and 12yrs+).
If you have older children (12yrs+) or adult children who you haven't told yet we can help explore that and offer support Telling Older Children and Adults
We also have information for
Articles and News
Released on Monday, this film documents the recent PET event 'Known Unknowns: The Pros, Cons and Consequences of Known Donation’. DCN Director Nina Barnsley spoke at the event, alongside speakers from the Morgan Centre, Pride Angel and NGA Law.
We're really excited to launch the latest addition to our hugely popular Telling and Talking series on Tuesday 3rd November at 6.30pm UK time.
‘Egg donors are too often the silent, hidden partners in modern reproductive care.’
'In recent years, we've seen changes in the reasons why people are using fertility treatment...'
Aside from the general anxiety that many people are experiencing, these are stressful times for fertility patients, especially for those who have had their treatment paused or cancelled.