Preparing with Heart & Intention

This is the moment the "if" becomes "how." We'll help you navigate the monumental shift from decision to preparation by balancing renewed hope with gentle realism. You will learn to prepare your mind and body with kindness, creating a foundation of inner calm before the journey truly begins.

Navigating the Treatment Rollercoaster

An active treatment cycle is an intense rollercoaster of appointments, medications, and emotions. We’ll provide a toolkit for managing the physical and emotional demands, strengthening your partnership through the stress, and navigating the clinic environment with a confident, empowered voice.

The Wait, The Outcome & The Way Forward

This theme supports you through the most intense phase: the two-week wait. We’ll provide strategies for managing hope and anxiety, then hold space for you as you process your test result—whether it brings joy or grief—and gently begin to contemplate your next steps with clarity and compassion.

About the course

"Embracing Donor Conception" is a heartfelt course from GrowingMyFamily designed for individuals and couples who have made the decision to use donor eggs, sperm, or embryos and are now preparing for an active treatment cycle. This course is your emotional toolkit for the journey, providing compassionate guidance on everything from managing the hormonal rollercoaster to protecting your relationship through the stress. We validate the unique emotions of this path, help you set realistic expectations while holding onto hope, and provide practical strategies for self-care and communication. By the end, you will feel more resilient, prepared, and empowered to navigate your treatment with a peaceful heart and a strong sense of your own courage.

Curriculum

14 Chapters · 190 Lessons

  1. 1

    Welcome

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      Introduction

  2. 2

    Navigating Treatment with Openness & Heart

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      Navigating Treatment with Openness & Heart

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      From "If" to "How"

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      Setting Realistic Expectations for Donor Conception Cycles

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      Hope & Realism Revisited

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      Preparing Your Body with Intention

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      Preparing Your Mind

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      Navigating the Clinic Environment

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      Building Your DC-Specific Support Team

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      Understanding the DC Treatment Timeline

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      Preparing for DC Appointments

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      Building Your Confidence as Treatment Begins

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      Holding Hope for Your Donor Conception Cycle

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

    16. (Included in full purchase)

      Action Planning Steps

  3. 3

    Partnership in Action

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      Partnership in Action

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      Managing the Physical Toll of Treatment

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      The "Okay, We're Really Doing This" Moment

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      The Partner's Heart

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      The Carrying Partner's Journey

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      Managing DC Treatment Costs & Financial Stress

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      Understanding Each Other's Coping Styles

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      Celebrating Small Wins

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      Communication Check-in

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      Protecting Your Bond

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      Navigating Delays & Disappointments as a Team

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      Deepening Your Shared Vision

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      Supporting Each Other's Grief Flares

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  4. 4

    Holding Space for the Donor

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      Holding Space for the Donor

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      Thinking About the Donor During Your Cycle

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      Open-Heartedness in Action

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      Known vs. Unknown Donor Feelings

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      Imagining Your Child's Connection to the Donor

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      Thoughts About Donor Siblings

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      Integrating the Donor into Your Treatment Narrative

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      Finding Peace with the Donor's Role

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  5. 5

    Riding the DC Treatment Waves

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      Riding the DC Treatment Waves

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      The Starting Line

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      The Hormone Rollercoaster

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      The Monitoring Marathon

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      Decoding the Numbers

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      The Day of the Retrieval

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      The Longest Wait: Fertilization & Embryo Updates

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      The Day of Transfer

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      The IUI Path with Donor Sperm

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      Staying Present When You Want to Disconnect

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      Honoring Your Body's Hard Work

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      Finding Your Voice at the Clinic

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      Finding Your Rhythm in the Chaos

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  6. 6

    Your Emotional Wellbeing Toolkit

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      Your Emotional Wellbeing Toolkit

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      Prioritizing Your Needs

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      Riding the Waves of Sadness

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      Navigating Jealousy & Envy

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      Finding Meaning & Purpose

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      Rediscovering Your Spark

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      Setting Healthy Boundaries

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      Communicating Boundaries Assertively & Compassionately

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      Practicing Self-Compassion

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      Cultivating Mindfulness

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      Your DC Treatment Self-Care Toolkit

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      Finding Joy in the Present Moment

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  7. 7

    Embracing Single Parenthood By Choice

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      Embracing Single Parenthood By Choice

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      Stepping In

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      Navigating the Clinic Solo

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      Intentionally Building Your Village During Treatment

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      Finding Your Voice

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      Thoughts About the Donor During Treatment

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      Marking the Milestones

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      Protecting Your Peace

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      Riding the Cycle Rollercoaster

    10. (Included in full purchase)

      The Two-Week Wait

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      Navigating Test Day Eve

    12. (Included in full purchase)

      Processing the Outcome

    13. (Included in full purchase)

      When It's "Not This Time"

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      Holding the Cautious 'Yes'

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      Honoring Your Body's Journey

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      Guarding Your Resources

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      Anchored in Your 'Why'

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  8. 8

    Emotional Journey of Embryo Donation Treatment

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      Emotional Journey of Embryo Donation Treatment

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      The Journey Takes Flight

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      These Precious Embryos, Our Hope

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      The Transfer Approaches

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      The Two-Week Wait with Donated Embryos

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      Processing the Outcome

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      Partnership in Action

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      Thoughts About the Donating Family/Person

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      Protecting Your Peace & Relationship

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      What's Next?

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  9. 9

    Treatment With DC & Surrogacy

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      Treatment With DC & Surrogacy

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      The Team Assembles

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      Holding Hope for Two Processes

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      Embryo Creation & The Transfer to Your Surrogate

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      The Two-Week Wait (TWW) via Surrogate

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      Nurturing Your Connection with Your Surrogate

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      Test Day Eve (Surrogacy Edition)

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      Processing the Outcome via Surrogate

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      Intended Parent Dynamics During Treatment & Outcome

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      Thoughts About Your Donor & Surrogate

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      Protecting Your Peace & Partnership

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      What's Next?

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  10. 10

    Journey of Hope - Egg Donor Cycle

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      Journey of Hope

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      The Journey Begins

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      Our Donor, Our Hope

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      The Transfer Looms

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      Protecting Your Peace & Relationship

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      The Two-Week Wait with Donor Egg Embryos

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      Test Day Eve with Donor Eggs

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      Processing the Outcome

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      Partner Dynamics During Egg Donor Treatment & Outcome

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      Thoughts About the Egg Donor During This Active Phase

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      What's Next?

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

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    Emotional Readiness as Your Sperm Donor Treatment Begins

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      Emotional Readiness as Your Sperm Donor Treatment Begins

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      Emotional Readiness as Your Sperm Donor Treatment Begins

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      The Donor is Chosen, The Path is Clear

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      Riding the Cycle Rollercoaster

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      The Two-Week Wait (TWW) with Donor Sperm

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      Navigating "Test Day" Eve

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      Processing the Outcome

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      Supporting Each Other (Especially the Non-Genetic Parent)

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      Thoughts About the Donor During Treatment

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      Protecting Your Peace & Relationship

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      Emotional Considerations for Moving Forward (After This Cycle's Result)

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  12. 12

    When DC Cycles Don't Go As Planned

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      When DC Cycles Don't Go As Planned

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      Acknowledging the Setback

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      Processing Grief & Loss Specific to Donor Conception

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      Finding Closure After a Failed DC Cycle

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      Challenging "Failure"

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      Releasing the Pressure

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      Honoring Your Limits

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      Reclaiming Your Body

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      Mending the Disconnect

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      Re-Evaluating Your Options

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      Finding Strength in Uncertainty

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      Reimagining Your Tomorrow

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

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    Cycle Completion & Next Steps

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      Cycle Completion & Next Steps

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      The Two-Week Wait

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      Managing Hope & Anxiety During the TWW

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      Processing the Results

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      Sharing Your Outcome News

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      Living with Openness Now

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      Weaving Your "Family Galaxy" Narrative

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      Connecting with Your DC Community

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      Embracing Your Story

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      Chapter Complete

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      Journaling Prompts

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      Worksheets

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      Action Planning Steps

  14. 14

    Conclusion

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      Conclusion

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