Nurturing Community in Fertility Journeys: Ask the Experts

A Community Miniseries Collaboration

Join Connected Nest’s Facing Fertility Program and local fertility experts as we provide resources and information that aid in building connections and encouragement for those facing infertility.

Together, our community can nurture a safe space for those facing infertility on their path to parenthood. This series of four different presentations will help individuals, couples and professionals share knowledge and collaboration surrounding infertility resources. Connect with dynamic supports and resources for multiple areas of this complex part of your path to parenthood. Ask the questions to help you feel less overwhelmed and more prepared. Tickets for attendees are by donation to make this accessible to those who will benefit.

January 29th Clinical Experts

Dr. Joseph Sanfillipo, Reproductive Endocrinologist; Jessica Manns, Embryologist; Megan Kucic, Fertility Nurse; Dr. Blaise Milburn, Napro Technology

February 26th Holistic Experts

Dr. Brie Kemp, Chiropractor; Emily Kilar, Nutritionist; Kayla Simmons, Acupuncturist; Meagan Roppo, Yoga/Therapist; Amy O’Donnell, Integrative Psychiatrist; Amy Butler, Chiropractor

March 26th Relationship Experts

Erin Blache, Couples Counselor; Davina Fankhauser, Director of Nonprofit, Consultant on healthcare access and affordability; Erika Schmitt, Counselor of Third Party Reproduction & Infertility; Dr. Erin Donnelly, Psychologist and Reproductive Sexologist; Dr. Taylor Seabrook, Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, Bryan and Kristen Gratton, Financial Planners

April 23rd Grief and Loss Experts

Heather Bradley, Bereavement Doula; Dr. Rebecca Brent, Psychologist, Kristen Brinton, OBGYN Nurse Practitioner; Sarah Lewis, Personal Story

National Infertility Awareness Week is April 20-26th

Come hear Alicia share more about her story and personal mission to support those experiencing infertility and loss at the Pittsburgh Walk of Home

Thank you to the Sponsors and Collaborators making this series possible:

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Become an Event Sponsor Now to make a lasting impact.

Sponsorships provide financial support to ensure that the miniseries days and our monthly support groups are accessible. All Sponsors will be listed on our website, recognized on social media and have opportunity to have a materials at the events and the event communication. Your sponsorship is for the miniseries event and our Facing Fertility Program for one year. Please let us know if we can accommodate your sponsorship. Email our Facing Fertility Program Manager, Alicia: alicia@connectednest.org to discuss sponsorship opportunities.

Miniseries Presentations

Clinical Experts

January 29th 2025 Get recording link when you sign up for coming session. Explore and understand the medical processes surrounding infertility treatments and diagnoses. On the Panel: Dr. Joseph Sanfillipo, Reproductive Endocrinologist; Jessica Manns, Embryologist; Megan Kukic, Fertility Nurse; Dr. Blaise Milburn, Napro Technology

Holistic Experts

February 26th, 2025 Learn from local providers about the wide variety of holistic supports during infertility treatment. On the Panel: Dr. Brie Kemp, Chiropractor; Emily Kilar, Nutritionist; Kayla Simmons, Acupuncturist; Meagan Roppo, Yoga/Therapist; Amy O'Donnell, Integrative Psychiatrist; Amy Butler, Chiropractor

Relational Health Experts

March 2025 Better understand how to support and navigate relationships while experiencing infertility. On the Panel: Erin Blache, Couples Counselor; Davina Fankhauser, Director of Nonprofit, Consultant on healthcare access and affordability; Erika Schmitt, Counselor of Third Party Reproduction & Infertility; Dr. Erin Donnelly, Psychologist and Reproductive Sexologist; Dr. Taylor Seabrook, Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, Bryan and Kristen Gratton, Financial Planners

Grief and Loss Experts

April 23, 2025 Understand how to acknowledge and navigate the grief, loss and trauma involved in a fertility journey. On the Panel: Heather Bradley, Bereavement Doula; Dr. Rebecca Brent, Psychologist, Kristen Brinton, OBGYN Nurse Practitioner; Sarah Lewis, Personal Story

Because having a baby is just not as easy as it sometimes may seem.

Connected Nest’s Facing Fertility program ensures that support is present for those experiencing the overwhelm of navigating infertility. We believe that community support can create a safe space to unite together and know that you are not alone.