Following on from series one of the previously named ‘Redefining Parenthood Podcast’, host Becky of DefiningMum is joined by co-host Hayley King of All Things Donor Conception to form the ‘Paths to Parenthub podcast’. Sharing perspectives as parents to donor-conceived children, and in Hayley’s case being a donor-conceived person herself, they focus on conversations about some of the more complex, nuanced aspects of donor conception. With the hope of providing different perspectives, information, reflection, and validation as they openly discuss different topics, share stories and ask listeners for their input.
Publisher
Becky Kearns
Category
health & fitness · kids & family · society & culture
Season 4 Finale: Busting the Myths Around Egg Donation in Cyprus
In this final episode of Season 4 of the Paths to Parenthub Podcast, Becky and Hayley are joined by Evgenia, Anastasia and Christiana from Ovacy Egg Bank to bust some of the most common myths surrounding egg donation in Cyprus.
This is an honest and reflective conversation, with Becky and Hayley acknowledging that some of these misconceptions are ones they previously believed. As more UK patients look overseas for donor eggs, understanding the differences between countries and systems has never been more important.
Together, they unpack how egg donation works in the Republic of Cyprus, including recent legislative changes that allow for open ID donation, bringing greater choice and alignment with UK practices.
The episode also explores regulation and oversight, referencing a recent shocking news headline involving a clinic in Northern Cyprus. This highlights the importance of understanding that Cyprus is not one uniform destination for fertility treatment. The team clearly explain the differences between the Republic of Cyprus and the occupied north, including the robust regulatory frameworks, government oversight and adherence to EU directives in the Republic.
They also clarify how donor eggs can be safely and legally imported into the UK through clinics that meet Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority requirements.
The conversation explores donor care, including psychological screening, support and wellbeing, alongside the quality standards and matching processes involved. It also touches on how donor information is recorded and what this means for donor-conceived people, particularly with open ID donation.
This episode offers a clear and balanced look at egg donation in Cyprus, helping intended parents feel more informed and confident in their decisions.
For more information about our supporters of Season 4, OVACY Egg Bank, please head over to their website at www.ovacy.com (http://www.ovacy.com/)
13 Feb 2026
One Family, Three Conception Stories: A Conversation with Sarah
In this deeply personal and insightful episode of the Paths to Parenthub Podcast, we speak with Sarah from Toronto, a mum to three children, each conceived in a different way.
Sarah shares the story of how she and her husband navigated medical diagnoses, complex decision making, and the emotional realities of fertility treatment and donor conception. With honesty and warmth, she reflects on the path that led them to building their family, a path that wasn’t linear, but one that ultimately brought them three much loved children.
We explore:
How medical diagnoses shaped their family building decisions
The emotional process of moving towards donor conception
What donor selection was like in practice
Navigating different conception stories within one family
How they are talking to their children about their origin stories
Why openness and honesty matter in their home
Sarah speaks candidly about raising children who each have slightly different conception stories, and how, despite those differences, they are loved, supported and valued in exactly the same way. This episode is a powerful reminder that there is no single way to build a family, and that children thrive in homes grounded in honesty, security and love.
If you are navigating medical diagnosis, considering donor conception, or thinking about how to talk to your children about their story, this conversation offers reassurance, perspective and thoughtful insight – especially for those seeking insight into a family of mixed genetics.
Season 4 of the Paths to Parenthub Podcast is proudly supported by Ovacy Egg Bank, who support a range of family types and pathways for those using donor eggs - You can learn more Ovacy by visiting their website www.ovacy.com (http://www.ovacy.com/)
30 Jan 2026
The Questions You Might Not Think to Ask: Talking to Egg and Sperm Banks
In this episode of the Paths to Parenthub podcast, Hayley and Becky sit down to explore the questions they believe can be helpful for intended parents to ask their egg or sperm bank, or fertility clinic, when considering donor conception.
Rather than focusing on the usual “how to choose a donor” conversation, this episode looks at some of the less obvious questions that can shape long term experiences for families. Drawing on their many years of working in this space, and the insight gained from supporting parents, donors and donor conceived people, Hayley and Becky reflect on what they have learned along the way, and how perspectives often change over time.
This episode is not intended as a definitive or “must ask” checklist. Instead, it offers a gentle introduction to topics and considerations that may help you feel more informed and confident as you make decisions that are right for your family.
The conversation follows on from Becky and Hayley’s recent visit to Cyprus to OVACY Egg Bank, who are also supporting Season 4 of the podcast, and includes reflections inspired by what they saw and discussed during their time there. You can find our more about OVACY Egg Bank and their donors via their website at www.ovacy.com (http://www.ovacy.com/).
This episode mentions one of our most popular free downloadable resources, available via our website. Get your copy at www.pathstoparenthub.com/free-resources/ (http://www.pathstoparenthub.com/free-resources/)
‘Top Questions to Ask Your Egg and Sperm Bank’
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