At Seattle Sperm Bank, we know family building is more than medical appointments — it’s a journey filled with questions, emotions, and important decisions. That’s why we’re happy to share the Building Your Family community platform, an expert-led resource designed specifically for people navigating fertility treatment, donor conception, and surrogacy. This platform offers practical tools, educational content, supportive workshops, guided meditations, expert chat rooms, and connections with others on similar paths. It’s a space where you can feel supported, informed, and more confident every step of the way.
You won’t want to miss the Building Your Family Podcast. Hosted by clinician and researcher Lisa Schuman, LCSW, the podcast dives into real-world topics that matter to intended parents — from choosing the right treatment path to understanding emotional experiences throughout the journey. Each episode brings insights from professionals, patients, and donors alike, helping you learn, reflect, and feel less alone.
Whether you’re just beginning your family building journey or are already on your way, Building Your Family offers thoughtful guidance and community support you can return to again and again.
Lisa is the founder of Building Your Family community platform, an expert-led resource providing evidence-based education and support for individuals and families at every stage of the family-building journey.
Lisa Schuman, LCSW, is a published author, licensed therapist, and award-winning researcher. She is the only therapist chosen to testify before the New York State Senate Judiciary Committee on legalizing compensated surrogacy. Lisa is the host of the Building Your Family podcast and author of Building Your Family: The Complete Guide to Donor Conception.
For more than two decades, she has worked in-house at several world-renowned fertility clinics and most recently served as the Director of Mental Health Services at Illume Fertility and Gay Parents to Be. She is currently the Director of The Center for Family Building, where she provides counseling, guidance, and screening services for individuals and families navigating their path to parenthood.
Lisa has received awards from the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society (PCRS) for her research contributions.
“We got through our donor anxiety, learned how to carefully choose the right donor and created a beautiful narrative for Sienna with you. We don’t know how people do it without your help!