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Live Chat Opportunities

After completing either the CEDA E-Learning Embryo Adoption Education, or attending a CEDA Live Workshop, you may register to attend a “live chat” presentation followed by an open question and answer session, which allows you to connect with:

LIVE CHAT WORKSHOPS FOR COUPLES INTERESTED IN DONATING EMBRYOS

Embryo Donation: The Medical Process
This session will be presented by Carol Sommerfelt, a nationally recognized embryologist with the National Embryo Donation Center. Ms. Sommerfelt will provide detailed information about the medical process associated with donating embryos including donation options, medical protocols, success rates, and risk factors. Following the presentation, Ms. Sommerfelt will answer individual questions from the audience.

Dates Offered:   Thursday, January 8, 2009 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST
  Thursday, April 2, 2009 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EST 
  Thursday, July 2, 2009 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EST 
  Thursday, October 1, 2009 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST 

  
Embryo Donation: The Legal Process

This session will be presented by Eric Phelps, an attorney specializing in reproductive law. Mr. Phelps will offer information regarding the legal aspects of embryo donation. Following the presentation, Mr. Phelps will answer individual questions from the audience.

Dates Offered:   Thursday, January 16, 2009 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST
  Thursday, April 17, 2009 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST
  Thursday, July 17, 2009 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
  Thursday, October 15, 2009 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EST
      
Embryo Donation: From an Adoptive Parent’s Perspective

Hear the compelling personal story of Mike and Nicole Bell, a couple who personally experienced the birth of twins following their embryo adoption. The Bells will answer questions following their presentation. 
       
Dates Offered:   Tuesday, January 20, 2009 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST
  Tuesday, April 21, 2009 from 7:00 – 8:00 pm EST
  Tuesday,  July 21, 2009 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
  Tuesday, October 20, 2009 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EST

               
Embryo Donation: From an Embryo Donor’s Perspective

Join Tom and Amy Echols as they walk you through their personal journey with infertility and the events that led to their decision to donate their embryos to another couple. The Echols share their feelings about the donation process and reflect on the relationships they have built with the couple who adopted their embryos. Following the presentation, the Echols will answer individual questions from the audience.   

Dates Offered:   Monday, January 26, 2009 from 9:00 – 10:00 pm EST 
  Monday, April 25, 2009 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
  Monday, July 27, 2009 from 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. EST
  Monday, October 26, 2009 from 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. EST

        
Embryo Donation: Family Relationships and the Donation Experience

This session will be presented by Nancy Lesslie, Embryo Services Specialist for Bethany Christian Services. Ms. Lesslie will discuss the social, emotional, and familial aspects involved with embryo donation. Following the presentation, Ms. Lesslie will answer individual questions from the audience.

Dates Offered:   Wednesday, January 7, 2009 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST 
  Tuesday, April 7, 2009 from 7:00 – 8:00 pm EST
  Wednesday, July 8, 2009 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
  Tuesday, October 13, 2009 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EST

   

Requirements: MUST have a computer with internet access (high-speed preferred) and working speakers.

Click here for schedule and registration opportunities.