Become a Parent via Surrogacy, Egg or Sperm Donor or Adoption
Thinking of becoming a parent? Dreaming about it?
Mark Leondires MD and Medical Director at Gay Parents To Be®
blends his personal & professional experiences to bring you a comprehensive vision of the journey you would embark on. Dr. Leondires will be present and is available for consults at the 2017 LGBT Family Building Expo, brought to you by The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center, this Saturday, May 6. THE 2017 LGBT FAMILY BUILDING EXPO
Whether you are planning on becoming a parent to a teenager or an infant, we've got the resources you need. This full day of workshops, panels and exhibitors will provide important information on adoption, surrogacy, foster care and alternative insemination. One-on-one consultations are also available with medical and legal professionals.
Starting the Conversation Can Be The Hardest Part. Schedule a Consult.
WHEN: Saturday, May 6, 2017
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: The Center, 208 W 13 St, NYC
This is THE event for LGBT family building, offering resources & education about adoption, surrogacy, foster care and alternative insemination. Dr. Leondires will be participating in the lunch time panel discussion and will also be available for one on one consultations with you. Dr. Leondires' panel discussion will be on "Moving Forward: Family Building in Tough Times"
SCHEDULE
11 a.m.
Exhibitor Tables Open
11-11:45 a.m.
On The Road To Parenthood
11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lunch and Program
Center Welcome
Moving Forward: Family Building in Tough Times
1-1:50 p.m.
Trauma Informed Parenting
On The Road To Single Parenthood
New York's Paid Family Leave Law: What You Need to Know
1-5 p.m.
Medical Clinics (Register Upon Arrival)
Planning Parenthood Through Surrogacy
Planning Parenthood Through Alternative Insemination
2-3:15 p.m.
Foster Care Basics
Private Adoption A-Z: Getting Started
Alternative Insemination: Known vs. Unknown Donors
Legal Aspects of Surrogacy
3:45-5 p.m.
The Evolution of Transracial Families: Honoring the Burden & Dignity of Difference
The Private Adoption Journey
Alternative Insemination: Medical and Legal Decisions
Perspectives on Surrogacy and IVF
