Dr. Mark Leondires

16/09/2024

So happy to be at this weekend, supporting the community, and educating and meeting great fathers to be!

23/08/2024

Whether your child joined your family through surrogacy, fertility treatment, donor conception, adoption, or another pathway, it is important to acknowledge and celebrate their story.⁠
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While there is no one right way to do it, these are six ideas that may be helpful:⁠
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1. Talk to Your Child About Their Story⁠
2. Prioritize LGBTQ+ Visibility & Representation⁠
3. Document Your Family-Building Journey⁠
4. Create a Special Keepsake ⁠
5. Find an Inclusive Community⁠
6. Embrace Differences ⁠
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Read more in my Q***r Forty article: https://queerforty.com/6-ways-to-celebrate-your-childs-origin-story
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16/08/2024

How does PCOS specifically impact the LGBTQ+ community? Discover the insights in my article on Gay Parents To Be:

https://www.gayparentstobe.com/gay-parenting-blog/pcos-and-lgbtqia/
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What is PCOS and how does it affect the LGBTQ+ community? Learn how this metabolic and hormonal syndrome can impact daily life.

09/08/2024

We had an amazing event last night discussing LGBTQ+ family building with .

06/08/2024

If you’ve started researching biological family building options, chances are you’ve probably already realized that the process can be rather overwhelming—and potentially costly!

Many LGBTQ parents-to-be consider using a known donor to help build their family, like a close friend or even a relative not linked to the genetically-intended parent (more on that later).

My article covers 5 things to consider when using a known donor. https://queerforty.com/5-things-to-consider-when-using-a-known-donor

If you’ve started researching biological family building options, chances are you’ve probably already realized that the process can be rather overwhelming—and potentially costly!

12/07/2024

Many dads-to-be wonder just how much control they can have with the surrogate carrying their baby. In my article on Q***r Forty, I provide advice for expectant fathers.

https://queerforty.com/gay-parenting-101-forming-a-relationship-with-your-surrogate
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Forming a relationship with your surrogate.

10/07/2024

The journey to parenthood is a deeply personal one, filled with hopes, dreams, and aspirations. Thanks to advancements in reproductive technology and our constantly evolving social landscape, the options for those in the LGBTQ+ community who wish to start or expand their family are more diverse than ever before.

In this article, we’ll explore the various paths to parenthood available to LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, highlighting the unique considerations and challenges they may face along the way.

Click the link in my bio to learn more.

21/06/2024

Change a Life

Since 2015, I have had the privilege of serving on the board of the Nest Egg Foundation. Our mission is to provide grants for patients struggling with primary infertility to afford in vitro fertilization. Our award recipients undergo through a vetting processes by financial, medical, and mental health professionals. Your donation can make a significant impact.

Please consider supporting us during this critical fundraising period. Your contribution can change the lives of couples yearning to bring a child into their family. With a 15% match opportunity available, every donation counts.

Thank you for your support and generosity. Together, we can make a difference.

https://partnerhq.com/public/events/2024-travelers-championship-birdies-for-charity/organization_partnerships/3635

With great respect and thanks,
Dr. L

Nest Egg Foundation is a Connecticut-based tax exempt 501(c)(3) not for profit organization. Founded in 2015, the organization provides financial grants for IVF treatment to those who have been unable to start their families due to financial need. Nest Egg Foundation is a collaborative effort betwee...

18/06/2024

In celebration of Pride Month, I’ve shared my own surrogacy journey with ConceiveAbilities.

“It’s a personal passion to help move the needle for the
LGBTQ+ community to be able to have children that are an expression of somebody's love for their partner. I’m part of the community and I understand how hard it is to get started and there's hundreds if not thousands of questions and decisions to make.”

Listen to my journey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgI8KNqhM4I

Dr. Mark Leondires, a renowned reproductive endocrinologist at Illume Fertility and founder of Gay Parents To Be, has dedicated his career to helping the LGB...

11/06/2024

Many LGBTQ+ parents-to-be consider using a known donor to help grow their family, like a close friend or even a relative. But what are the pros and cons of using a known donor versus an anonymous donor? ⁠
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Here's what you should know before making your decision:
https://www.gayparentstobe.com/gay-parenting-blog/known-v-anonymous-donor

Gay Parents To Be

How do I choose an egg or s***m donor? What are the differences between known and anonymous donors? Here's what to consider when making donor decisions.

05/06/2024

In the latest episode of the "Me, You, & Who?! Podcast," I discuss LGBTQ+ family building, the process of donor conception, and more.

Thank you Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions, LLC for having me on your podcast. I enjoyed our conversation and appreciate the opportunity to share my insights with your audience.

On today’s episode, I had the privilege and honor to speak with Dr. Mark Leondires, the founder, medical director, and partner in reproductive endocrinology ...