S4:E31 - Genetic Counselling 101

S4:E31 - Genetic Counselling 101

Genetic Counselling for Solo Mums: Screening, Donors & Informed Choices

When you’re considering or embarking on solo motherhood, the science and medical jargon can feel overwhelming. In this bonus episode, Alisha speaks with Mona from DNA Down Under, a genetic counsellor who helps women simplify the science, understand their options, and make informed choices.

You’ll learn:

  • What genetic counsellors actually do and how they support solo mums by choice

  • The difference between standard and expanded carrier screening

  • What happens if you and your donor are carriers for the same condition

  • How donor screening works and what information you can expect from clinics

  • Why age, ethnicity, and family history matter for fertility and genetic risk

  • Options like pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT), NIPT, CVS, and amniocentesis

  • How to prepare for an appointment with a genetic counsellor

  • Why informed decision-making is empowering, not scary

Whether you’re just starting to explore donor conception, already deep in fertility treatment, or supporting someone on this path, this episode will help you gain clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.

Find out more about Mona and DNA Downunder here.

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