JANA RUPNOW, LPC, NCC · THREE MAKES BABY™
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here.
I’m Jana Rupnow, a licensed professional counselor, author of Three Makes Baby, and founder of International Donor Conception Awareness Day.
For 16 years, I’ve helped people explore donor conception, prepare for parenthood, and talk with their children about their beginnings. Whether you’re just considering using a donor or looking for guidance as your family grows, you can start here.
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Donor conception resources for you
Whether you’re considering donor conception, have donated, or were conceived through donation, your questions and experiences matter.
Three Makes Baby
For people considering donor conception and parents seeking guidance on telling and talking with their children.
Companion workbook
Reflection and conversation prompts for parents and intended parents.
Self-paced education for considering donor conception, talking with your child, and navigating openness as your family grows.
Three Makes Baby podcast
Conversations with donor-conceived people, parents, and professionals.
Considering donor conception but unsure?
Just beginning to consider using a donor? Explore your questions and feelings, what donor conception could mean for your family, and how you might talk with a future child.
My book, Three Makes Baby, offers preparation for that decision as well as guidance for telling and talking with children.
Donors
Consider what donation can mean over a lifetime, including communication, boundaries, medical updates, and possible future relationships.
Donor-conceived people
Explore conversations about identity, genetic connections, family, and contact. Hear donor-conceived perspectives and find education and advocacy resources.
Preparing for known donation?
Our three-session process includes an intended parent consultation, donor assessment, and joint conversation. Explore sessions and booking →
