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Live Chat Opportunities

After completing the CEDA E-Learning Embryo Adoption Education, 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 ADOPTING AN EMBRYO

Embryo Adoption: The Medical Process
Carol Sommerfelt, a nationally recognized embryologist with the National Embryo Donation Center, will provide detailed information about the medical process associated with adopting an embryo including medical assessment, protocols, success rates, and risk factors involved. Following the presentation, Ms. Sommerfelt will answer individual questions from the audience.

Dates Offered:  Thursday, February 4, 2010 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST
  Thursday, May 6, 2010 from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. EST
  Thursday, July 8, 2010 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EST
  Friday, September 10, 2010 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
  Friday, December 2, 2010 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST


Embryo Adoption: The Legal Process
Eric Phelps, an attorney specializing in reproductive law, will offer information regarding the legal process that governs embryo adoption, including information related to embryo donation and adoption contracts and federal, state, local laws and FDA mandates. He will offer a period for questions following his presentation.

Dates Offered:  Friday, January 15, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. EST
  Thursday, March 18, 2010 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EST
  Friday, June 18, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST
  Friday, August 20, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST
  Friday, December 17, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST 


Embryo Adoption: 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 19, 2010 from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. EST
  Tuesday, May 18, 2010 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
  Tuesday, August 17, 2010 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST   
  Tuesday, September 21, 2010 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
  Tuesday, December 14, 2010 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST


Embryo Adoption: 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, March 22, 2010 from 9:00 – 10:00 p.m. EST
  Saturday, April 24, 2010 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST
  Monday, July 26, 2010 from 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. EST
  Monday, October 25, 2010 from 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. EST
  Monday, November 22, 2010 from 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. EST


Embryo Adoption: Family Relationships and the Adoption Experience

This session will be presented by Debra Peters, Director of Embryo Services for Bethany Christian Services. Ms. Peters will discuss the social, emotional, and familial aspects involved with embryo adoption. Following the presentation, Ms. Peters will answer individual questions from the audience.

Dates Offered:  Wednesday, March 10, 2010 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST
  Wednesday, April 14, 2010 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST
  Tuesday, June 8, 2010 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EST
  Wednesday, October 13, 2010 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
  Wednesday, November 10, 2010 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.