Never Thought We'd Be Here

Never Thought We'd Be Here

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Join Maya Grobel, psychotherapist, parent via embryo donation, and EM•POWER with Moxi/Moxi Matching co-founder, as she talks with guests about all things embryo donation. Hear real stories from embryo donors and recipients, and listen in as Maya and the Moxi Matching team tackle questions about directed embryo donation/donor conception, sharing genetics, and the meaning of family. EM•POWER with Moxi is an organization deeply rooted in education, support, and ethical practices for embryo donation. And Moxi Matching is a directed embryo donation matching platform and journey management service.

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Never Thought We'd Be Here

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www.empowerwithmoxi.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Finding Common Ground as Embryo Donors -- Meet Becky & Dan 06.03.2025

In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel is joined by embryo donors Becky & Dan. In this conversation, Maya speaks with Becky and Dan about their unique journey through embryo donation. They discuss their initial thoughts and feelings about having remaining embryos after IVF, the decision-making process, and the emotional complexities involved.  Becky &...

Embryo Donation Mindsets -- A Conversation with the Moxi Team 27.02.2025

In this episode of ‘Never Thought We’d Be Here,’ host Maya Grobel is joined again by Jen Vesbit and Gina Davis, the co-founders of EM•POWER with Moxi and Moxi Matching! In this conversation, the Moxi Team explores the concept of an embryo donation mindset, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, openness, and understanding in the donor-recipient relationship. They discuss the evolution of thoug...

The Journey of a Single Mother by Choice -- Meet Jenny 20.02.2025

In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel is joined by Jenny, a single mother by choice through embryo donation. During this heartfelt conversation, Jenny shares her journey to motherhood and reflects on her struggles with IVF, the emotional challenges of her fertility journey, and the pivotal moment that led her to embrace embryo donation. Jenny discusses the i...

Finding the Right Match -- A Conversation with Jen 06.02.2025

In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel is joined by EM•POWER with Moxi co-founder Jen Vesbit. In this conversation, Maya and Jen discuss the unique process of embryo donation and matching, emphasizing the importance of understanding both the emotional and scientific aspects of finding the right match. They explore the significance of values, connection, and a...

Extending Your Family Through Embryo Donation -- Meet Wyatt & Lisa 04.02.2025

In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel is joined by embryo donors Wyatt and Lisa. In this conversation, Wyatt and Lisa share their journey as embryo donors, discussing the emotional complexities of having remaining embryos after their own successful IVF process. They explore the decision-making process regarding their embryos, the importance of finding the ri...

The Healing Power of Connection -- Meet the Moxi Matching Team 23.01.2025

In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel is joined by Jen Vesbit and Gina Davis, the co-founders of EM•POWER with Moxi and Moxi Matching! In this first of many conversations together, Maya, Jen, and Gina discuss their experiences and reflections on embryo donation, exploring the emotional complexities, challenges, and responsibilities involved. They share insig...

A Couple's Journey as Embryo Recipients -- Meet Violet & Jason 16.01.2025

In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel speaks with Violet & Jason, proud parents of the first Moxi baby via embryo donation! In this heartfelt conversation, Maya, Violet, and Jason explore the emotional journey of becoming parents through embryo donation. They discuss their unexpected path to parenthood, the decision to choose open donation, and the signi...

The Journey of an Embryo Recipient -- Meet Betty 09.01.2025

In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel speaks with Betty, an embryo donation recipient, about her journey to motherhood as a single mother by choice via embryo donation. Betty discusses her initial struggles with fertility, the exploration of various options including creating donor-donor embryos, and her eventual decision to pursue directed embryo donation. She highligh...

The Journey of an Embryo Donor--Meet Hannah 17.12.2024

In this episode of 'Never Thought We'd Be Here', host Maya Grobel speaks with Hannah, an embryo donor, about her journey through embryo donation. Hannah shares her experiences with IVF, the emotional complexities of donating embryos, and the relationships she has built with the recipients of her embryos. The conversation explores themes of openness, flexibility, and the importance of communication...

Get to Know EM•POWER with Moxi 16.12.2024

In this into to 'Never Thought We'd Be Here’ Maya introduces the  ⁠EM•POWER with Moxi⁠  team and shares their personal journeys with infertility and embryo donation, as well as their professional experiences in the field of reproductive medicine.  Maya is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and  psychotherapist  in reproductive medicine. Her diagnosis of diminished ovarian reserve in her earl...

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