February 2016
IAS “Stories of…” Seminar
Navigating the Fertility Journey Dr. Kenan R. Omurtag is an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Omurtag will speak on diagnostic test modalities and then transition to fertility treatments, both IVF and non IVF. Some themes he will be discussing are: Human reproduction is really inefficient Is it infertility or subfertility? What testing is commonly done? Do I need surgery? Do I need IVF? He will end…
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IAS Stories of Seminar: “I want to adopt a baby…Now what??”
Have you thought about adopting a newborn? Whether you have just started researching adoption or you are in the “waiting” phase of the process, this SOS is for you! We will be discussing things like: “Where online did you search?” “How did you pick the agency you used?” “What was the scariest part of the process?” Please come with questions! This seminar will be held May 19th from 7-9pm in Auditorium 1 at Missouri Baptist Medical Center.
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IAS Stories of Seminar: “Coping with the ‘New Normal'”
What do we do when our lives don’t turn out according to plan? Justine Brooks Froelker is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator (based on the research of Brené Brown) working in private practice. She is the author of her book and blog, Ever Upward, www.everupward.org, and an advocate for speaking shame and learning to thrive after life doesn’t turn out how you hoped, dreamed and planned. Justine lives in Saint Louis, Missouri with her husband…
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IAS Stories of Seminar: “You have decided to adopt, which route should you take?”
Do you want to adopt but unsure what route would be best for you? Come and listen to adoptive parents who formed their families through foster adoption, international adoption and domestic newborn adoption. Email us if you have any questions!
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IAS Stories of Seminar: Do I really need IVF?
Do I really need IVF? A candid conversation with Dr. Molina Dayal and Dr. Shvetha Zarek Do you have a history of infertility or pregnancy loss? Have you read about fertility treatments and wondered which one was right for you? SIRM St. Louis Fertility Center, located in Creve Coeur, provides a wide range of fertility services, including IVF. Meet with Dr. Zarek and Dr. Dayal, fellowship trained Reproductive Endocrinologists and Fertility Specialists at SIRM, to hear about your options and to…
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IAS Stories of Seminar: Transracial Adoptive Parenting
If you’re considering adopting a child of a different race/ethnicity or if you already have, then you’ll appreciate hearing from this panel of Adoptive parents. They will share their thoughts on why they chose to adopt children of a different race than their own, how it’s impacted their parenting and what challenges they face. Parking and Directions Follow signs to the Main Entrance and park in the parking garage. Enter through the Main Entrance of the Hospital. Continue straight ahead…
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IAS Stories of Seminar: Personal Stories of Infertility
If you’re experiencing infertility, then you’ll appreciate hearing from this panel of speakers who have been through it themselves. Hear the personal stories from people who have gone through it all: IUI, IVF, donor sperm, donor eggs, and surrogacy, both successes and failures. We hope you can join us and learn from their experiences!
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The Emotional Roller Coaster of Adoption
The adoption process can be filled with ups and downs. The November “Stories Of…Seminar” will address low points in the adoption process, such as long adoption waits and failed adoptions. You will also hear about high points like “stork drops.” Wherever you are in your adoption journey, you will be sure to leave with great advice for dealing with “The Emotional Roller Coaster of Adoption.”
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IAS Meet and Greet
Join past, present, and future IAS friends for a casual get together! We’ll provide refreshments and the opportunity to catch up with old friends and meet new friends. It’s a reunion!
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