SINGLE PARENTS AND SAME-SEX COUPLES

RMA of New York provides family building services to individuals and same-sex couples looking to become parents. Our world-renown reproductive endocrinologists and professional staff can help you evaluate your options and determine the most appropriate treatment for your needs. RMA works closely with sperm and egg donor agencies, reproductive lawyers and other organizations to provide coordinated care for patients. To view a list of our services, please visit our Treatment Options page or call our office directly at (212) 756-5777 to discuss your individual needs.

RMA of New York works within the single parent by choice and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community to help support all types of family building efforts. RMA sponsors LGBT organizations and hosts patient education events at our offices. Please check our News and Events page for a full list of our latest events.

Lesbian Family Building Events

Lesbian Family Building: Discussion Evening
Practical and Emotional Aspects of Building a Lesbian Family

When:
Thursday May 13th, 2010
6:30pm-8pm

Where:
RMA of New York Manhattan Office
635 Madison Ave, 11th Floor Conference Room
New York, NY 10022

Light refreshments will be served.

Admission is FREE. However, space is limited so please RSVP via email to info@rmany.com.

This informative workshop will cover the practical and emotional implications of pursuing parenthood using donor gametes. RMA of New York's on-staff therapist, Lisa Schuman, LCSW along with nurse, Mary Standen, RN will lead this interactive session. Attendees can learn about treatment options, share experiences and discuss the next steps on the journey to parenthood.

PANELISTS INCLUDE:

Lisa Schuman, LCSW, Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York
Ms. Schuman is a psychotherapist who has been counseling individuals on a variety of topics related to family building for over a decade. Her expertise includes working with individuals and couples experiencing infertility, as well as considerations and practical solutions around single parenthood, gay and lesbian family building, surrogacy and adoption.

Mary Standen, RN, Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York
Ms. Standen is a nurse specializing in fertility care at RMA of New York. She helps guide patients through treatment cycles by providing medical care and information related to fertility medications, the reproductive system and pregnancy.