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Education

A National Directory of Sperm Cryobanks

Find a trusted sperm bank

A national, interactive directory of verified sperm banks across the U.S., helping individuals and couples bank, donate, or purchase sperm for IVF. It provides region-based search and educational resources to guide your decision.

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Family Building

AllPaths Family Building

Supporting every path to family

A caring community dedicated to supporting, informing, and advocating for anyone pursuing fertility and family-building options. Through peer groups and resource networks, AllPaths helps individuals and families navigate options with empathy and empowerment.

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Identity And Community

Cheri's Choice

Share Your Motherhood Story, Inspire Others

A platform for women pursuing non-traditional paths to motherhood to share their journeys, access resources, and inspire others.

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Donor Conceived

Donor Conception Canada

Peer-led support for donor conception

An all-volunteer organization providing free, peer-led support group meetings for people using donor eggs, sperm, or embryos, and for their families and supporters. Meetings are available via Zoom or in-person; donations via e-transfer to info@donorconception.com are welcome; RSVP to register.

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Donor Conceived

Donor Conception Network

Support for donor-conception families

The Donor Conception Network (DCN) is the UK’s first and largest charity supporting donor-conceived families and prospective parents; a membership organisation providing information, events, peer support and resources.

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Identity And Community

Family Equality

Advocating for LGBTQ+ Families

A national organization advancing LGBTQ+ parenting, family-building, and rights through resources, community events, and nationwide advocacy.

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Mental Health

Lotus Health and Psychology

Holistic perinatal and family support

A multidisciplinary mental-health and allied-health service offering fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, and perinatal loss support in Holland Park and Brisbane.

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Identity And Community

Oaktown Therapy

Online therapy for women of color

Online therapy for women of color in California and New York, offering compassionate individual therapy focused on motherhood, dating, infertility, postpartum anxiety, pregnancy and infant loss, and identity struggles. Supports maternal mental wellness and single mothers by choice.

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Donor Conceived

Origin Sperm Bank

Secure transition for patients

Announcement that Origin Sperm Bank has closed its donor recruitment and resale operations. All previously reserved vials remain securely stored, with transfers coordinated directly between patients and their treating clinics to ensure a smooth transition.

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Identity And Community

Our Family Coalition

Supporting LGBTQ Families

Our Family Coalition is a nonprofit advancing equity for LGBTQ families and children through support, education, and advocacy, offering programs, resources, and community-building.

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Mental Health

Postpartum Support International (PSI)

Perinatal mental health support

Global resource offering information, support, and access to services for perinatal mental health challenges (e.g., postpartum depression and anxiety). Includes helplines, a provider directory, and tools such as the Connect by PSI app and related resources for families and professionals.

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Mental Health

PSI Perinatal Mental Health Provider Directory

Find trusted perinatal care providers

A searchable directory of perinatal mental health trained professionals and related support providers across the US, including therapists, psychiatrists, doulas, lactation consultants, and sleep coaches.

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Mental Health

Seleni Institute

Transforming maternal mental health

A global nonprofit dedicated to transforming maternal and family mental healthcare through therapy for individuals and couples, and women's mental health training courses for clinicians.

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Identity And Community

Single Mother Guide

Grants and benefits made simple

A resource outlining government assistance programs for single mothers in the U.S., including TANF, SNAP, LIHEAP, Medicaid, and unemployment insurance, with guidance on eligibility, application steps, and state-by-state benefit estimates.

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Identity And Community

Single Mothers by Choice

Community and support for choice moms

A long-standing nonprofit offering a welcoming community, information, and support for women who are considering or pursuing single motherhood by choice. For over 40 years, it has empowered thousands of SMCs worldwide.

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Identity And Community

Solo Mum Society

Building families on your terms

A comprehensive hub for women pursuing solo motherhood, offering expert courses, coaching, community, and resources to navigate fertility options, pregnancy, and parenting on their own terms.

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Identity And Community

That Solo Mum

Solo motherhood, everyday strength

A personal blog for solo moms sharing real-life stories, practical tips on self-care, time management, and navigating solo motherhood (by choice).

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Coaching

The Single Greatest Choice

Coaching and Community for Choice Moms

A resource hub offering coaching, community groups, and travel experiences for women choosing to become single mothers. It provides support and practical tools for navigating solo motherhood.

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Family Building

Understanding Donor Sperm

Your guide to donor sperm

An educational resource explaining donor sperm basics, how it works, donor types, and practical steps from fertility care to family building.

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