Lori Metz talks LIFE: Love, Insight, Fertility, Experience

Lori Metz talks LIFE: Love, Insight, Fertility, Experience

Welcome to LIFE, bringing you insight and experiences into love, relationships and fertility, with a focus on enjoying life and moving forward. Hear a variety of experts from an array of backgrounds sharing their prospectives on topics that encompass the

More Than DNA
Lori Metz talks LIFE: Love, Insight, Fertility, Experience
More Than DNA

Recent Episodes

March 13, 2026

More Than DNA

The Many Dimensions of One Family with Brittany Kelly, LCSW, Recipient Mom. Hear about her experiences and thoughts on: What makes a family Navigating evolving conversations Relationships and the dynamics
Aug. 12, 2025

Building your family with a known donor, with Justine Witzke, PhD, MPH

Using a known donor to build your family, this podcast with Justine Witzke, PhD, MPH, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Aligneage Fertility, provides you with information you want to know. Hear about: Building a family with a known sperm donor, learning about the different types of relationships. Testing and screening process for known donors. Information on what a facilitated known donation encompasses.
July 28, 2025

Fertility 101 with Dr. Arielle Bayer, MD, OBGYN, RE

In this episode, Dr. Bayer shares a wealth of information for those who are beginning or in the process of trying to conceive. I recorded it with her and I could not resist listening to it twice. She provides the information you want to know and learn when it comes to trying to conceive. Hear about: What happens on your first visit to the fertility clinic. The medical intake process. An overview of the tests you will receive. Potential protocols so that you feel more informed. and so much more.
July 7, 2025

Nutrition 101 when Trying to Conceive with Dara Godfrey, MS, RD

This is a podcast you won't want to miss. it’s chock-full of practical, easy-to-understand information that answers so many questions for those trying to conceive, and even if you’re not, it’s just good, straightforward information about what to eat. Hear about: The impact of foods that might be part of your daily diet Ways to incorporate foods that bring you pleasure into your diet Some of those items you may want to avoid., and so much!
June 11, 2025

Inside the Clinic: The Transition to Becoming an Intended Parent with Monica Benson, RN

For many, the transition to becoming an intended parent can be unexpected and for others not. Regardless of your journey, having insight into what to expect when accessing care is always important. In this episode, hear about what happens when someone transitions from fertility treatment to a third party: What does third party mean. The significance of a “pause”. Legal documentation her clinic looks for (please note, your lawyer may have alternative recommendations). Any medical testing that may
June 11, 2025

Legal Insights & Education: Donor Conception and Surrogacy for Intended Parents, with Jennifer Mass, ESQ

Intended Parents - Legal info you want to know, with Jennifer Mass, ESQ In this episode, Jennifer Mass, ESQ, provides important considerations for those trying to conceive through donor conception and surrogacy for all family structures. She is clear in her delivery as she shares her knowledge and expertise about what you want to know. While each state has its own legislation, you will hear about: Parentage laws and factors to consider Surrogacy and the significance of the contract Donor concept