Parenthood doesn’t always happen the way we plan — but it can still become everything we hoped for.

In this emotional and inspiring episode, Whitney sits down with Liz & Brian Goulding and Brandon, three intended parents who built their families through egg donation. Their journeys show the courage, love, and resilience it takes to follow a new path to parenthood.

For Liz, turning 40 meant facing the realities of fertility and time — and finding peace in egg donation as the next right step. For Brandon, a lifelong dream of fatherhood led him through loss, foster care, and finally, to creating a family with his husband through the help of an egg donor.

Together, they share the emotional ups and downs, the practical steps, and the moments of joy that made every part of the journey worth it. From choosing a donor to navigating clinics, agencies, and uncertainty, these stories remind us that there’s no single way to build a family — only the one that’s right for you.

💬 In this episode:

💛 Why they chose egg donation to grow their families

🌈 What the matching and selection process really looks like

🤍 How education and agency support help reduce overwhelm

✨ Balancing grief, gratitude, and hope through the journey

👶 Why every step — even the hard ones — brings you closer to family

If you’ve ever wondered what egg donation truly looks like or what it feels like to walk that road, this episode will leave you encouraged and ready to take your next step.