How We Built Our Family as a Same-Sex Couple w/ Haley and Abby

Don't Give Up On Your IVF Journey!

After three years of infertility, influencer Kayla Varney knew it was time to try IVF. In this episode, Dr. Dorette Noorhasan sits down with Kayla to talk through her full journey. The decision to start IVF, egg retrieval, PGT genetic testing, a delayed frozen embryo transfer, and finally welcoming her daughter. DISCLAIMER: Please note that the content of this podcast does not establish a physician-patient relationship and I encourage you to speak with your treating provider. If you have questions you'd like Dr. Noorhasan to address, drop her a line at themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com If you're navigating your own fertility journey and would like a private consultation from Dr. Noorhasan, you can email her at themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com. FOLLOW DR. NOORHASAN: IG: https://www.instagram.com/dorettemd/ [https://www.instagram.com/dorettemd/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorettemd [https://www.tiktok.com/@dorettemd] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydoctordorettenoor5273 [https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydoctordorettenoor5273] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoretteMD/ [https://www.facebook.com/DoretteMD/] X: https://x.com/DoretteMD [https://x.com/DoretteMD] WORK WITH DR. NOORHASAN: themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com themodernparenthoodpodcast.com [http://themodernparenthoodpodcast.com/]

The Disney Trip That Changed Her IVF Journey Forever

After three years of unexplained infertility, Kayla thought she might never grow her family again. In this emotional episode of Modern Parenthood, Kayla shares the heartbreaking reality of secondary infertility, the mental toll of trying to conceive, the financial burden of IVF, and the unforgettable Disney World moment that finally convinced her it was time to begin IVF. DISCLAIMER: Please note that the content of this podcast does not establish a physician-patient relationship and I encourage you to speak with your treating provider. If you have questions you'd like Dr. Noorhasan to address, drop her a line at themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com If you're navigating your own fertility journey and would like a private consultation from Dr. Noorhasan, you can email her at themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com. FOLLOW DR. NOORHASAN: IG: https://www.instagram.com/dorettemd/ [https://www.instagram.com/dorettemd/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorettemd [https://www.tiktok.com/@dorettemd] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydoctordorettenoor5273 [https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydoctordorettenoor5273] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoretteMD/ [https://www.facebook.com/DoretteMD/] X: https://x.com/DoretteMD [https://x.com/DoretteMD] WORK WITH DR. NOORHASAN: themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com themodernparenthoodpodcast.com [http://themodernparenthoodpodcast.com/]

The Truth About LGBTQ+ Fertility That No One Talks About

Sarah grew up believing that, as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, becoming a parent might never be possible. After years of infertility, multiple failed fertility treatments, several IVF transfers, and nearly five years of emotional ups and downs, she finally welcomed the two daughters she had always dreamed of. In this powerful Pride Month conversation, Sarah joins Dr. Dorette Noorhasan to share her journey through infertility, reciprocal IVF, faith, perseverance, and ultimately finding hope.  DISCLAIMER: Please note that the content of this podcast does not establish a physician-patient relationship and I encourage you to speak with your treating provider. If you have questions you'd like Dr. Noorhasan to address, drop her a line at themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com If you're navigating your own fertility journey and would like a private consultation from Dr. Noorhasan, you can email her at themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com. FOLLOW DR. NOORHASAN: IG: https://www.instagram.com/dorettemd/ [https://www.instagram.com/dorettemd/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorettemd [https://www.tiktok.com/@dorettemd] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydoctordorettenoor5273 [https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydoctordorettenoor5273] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoretteMD/ [https://www.facebook.com/DoretteMD/] X: https://x.com/DoretteMD [https://x.com/DoretteMD] WORK WITH DR. NOORHASAN: themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com themodernparenthoodpodcast.com [http://themodernparenthoodpodcast.com/]

From IVF to Motherhood: A Mother's Journey to Building a Family

In this inspiring Modern Parenthood episode, Sarah Peacock shares her emotional journey through infertility, IVF, reciprocal IVF, egg donation, divorce, and becoming a single mom by choice. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Sarah faced years of challenges, failed embryo transfers, financial hurdles, and difficult decisions before finally welcoming her two daughters, Willow and Luna. Her story is a powerful reminder that there are many paths to parenthood—and every one of them is valid. Whether you're exploring IVF, fertility treatment, donor conception, LGBTQ+ family building, or simply looking for hope during your fertility journey, this episode offers encouragement, honesty, and inspiration. DISCLAIMER: Please note that the content of this podcast does not establish a physician-patient relationship and I encourage you to speak with your treating provider. If you have questions you'd like Dr. Noorhasan to address, drop her a line at themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com If you're navigating your own fertility journey and would like a private consultation from Dr. Noorhasan, you can email her at themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com. FOLLOW DR. NOORHASAN: IG: https://www.instagram.com/dorettemd/ [https://www.instagram.com/dorettemd/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorettemd [https://www.tiktok.com/@dorettemd] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydoctordorettenoor5273 [https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydoctordorettenoor5273] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoretteMD/ [https://www.facebook.com/DoretteMD/] X: https://x.com/DoretteMD [https://x.com/DoretteMD] WORK WITH DR. NOORHASAN: themodernparenthoodpodcast@gmail.com themodernparenthoodpodcast.com [http://themodernparenthoodpodcast.com/]

Navigating LGBTQIA+ Family Building

June is Pride Month, and on this episode of Modern Parenthood, Dr. Noorhasan welcomes Hayley and Abby to share their inspiring journey to parenthood as a same-sex couple. From meeting in college and navigating the process of coming out, to overcoming challenges, finding support, and ultimately building the family they always dreamed of, their story is filled with honesty, resilience, and love. Hayley and Abby open up about choosing a path to parenthood, navigating fertility treatments and IUI, the research involved in family planning as an LGBTQ+ couple, and how becoming parents helped bring their families closer together. Whether you're considering parenthood yourself or simply looking for a heartfelt story about love and family, this conversation is a powerful reminder that there is no one-size-fits-all path to creating a family.