Shady Grove Fertility

Donor Recipient Support Group (MD, DC, VA, PA patients)
2026-04-14 20:00 - 21:30, 2026-05-12 20:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York)
**For Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and D.C. area patients**
Making the decision to move forward with egg and/or sperm or embryo donation can be a medical, legal, and emotional shift for all prospective recipients.
This virtual donor recipient support group provides support for individuals and couples who are at a turning point in treatment as no longer able to have a genetic connection to a child. They may be at various stages of treatment such as those contemplating the choice, embarking on and undergoing treatment to conceive as well as for patients who become parents through such means. The processing of the thoughts and feelings about the use of donated gametes can be very helpful as one prepares to move forward with this option, as well as having support from others who are having a similar experience. It can also be important to the long-term health and well being of the child (conceived) by donated gametes. More specifically, the group affords recipients benefit from exploring any concerns and expressing their feelings about having a child with someone else’s genetic material as well as to discuss when, how, what, to whom, and if to disclose to offspring.
The group is FREE for all participants.
Registration is required at least 48 hours before the group event. You must be a current SGF patient and provide the office you go to and your doctors name. An email will be sent to you with a consent form that must be filled before you can attend the virtual group. When you fill out the consent and return it to the group leader via email, you will then receive an invitation with a link to Zoom video meeting. Please note that the group may be canceled if there are too few people registered. The group leader will contact you by phone or email if the group will not be held as scheduled.
For more information, please email Dr. Laura Covington.

Infertility Support Group (DE)
2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-11-18 19:00 - 20:00 and 1 more date
Join a compassionate, judgment-free space designed for women facing the difficulties of infertility.

This group provides a chance to connect with others who truly understand the journey. Share experiences, gain support, and learn practical ways to manage the emotional, physical, and relational stress that infertility can bring.

The group is free to attend and meets virtually on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 PM.

Facilitated by Malina Spirito, Psy.D., M.Ed., PMH-C

RSVP is required to participate.

Please email Malina for more information: MSpirito@ChristianaCare.org

Pregnancy Loss Support Group (PA, MD, VA, and WV)
2026-04-21 17:00 - 18:30
*For Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia patients only*

It is often difficult for people to understand how profound the loss of a pregnancy can be for a woman or couple, especially if you have been trying hard to conceive. To experience the elation of learning you are pregnant, only to feel the despair of discovering you have lost that pregnancy, is a multifaceted loss. It is the loss of a baby, a part of yourself, your health, control, innocence, potential, relationships with others, the future, and on and on.

A pregnancy loss is challenging enough to experience under the best of circumstances, with the most support and understanding. However, during the pandemic it has been much harder due to social isolation and distancing from family, friends as well as medical caregivers. This virtual support group is being offered for those grieving the loss of a very much wanted baby in these stressful times and is also designed to help with the increased anxiety with trying to conceive and being pregnant again after pregnancy loss. Members are invited to stay in the group all the way through their next pregnancy.

The group is FREE for all participants.

Registration is required at least 48 hours before the group event. You must be a current SGF patient and provide the office you go to and your doctors name. An email will be sent to you with a consent form that must be filled before you can attend the virtual group. When you fill out the consent and return it to the group leader via email, you will then receive an invitation with a link to a HIPAA compliant Zoom meeting. Please note that the group may be canceled if there are too few people registered. The group leader will contact you by phone or email if the group will not be held as scheduled.

For more information or to sign up, please email Mia Joelsson.

Richmond, VA | In-Person Fertility Seminar
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:30
If you’re thinking about your fertility options, our free in-person event at SGF’s Richmond – Henrico office is the perfect opportunity to learn, ask questions, and take the first step with confidence. Led by Dr. Anish Shah, this interactive session will cover the basics of infertility, treatment options, and what to expect on your journey.

What you’ll gain from this event:

✔️ Key insights into fertility health and when to seek expert guidance

✔️ A step-by-step look at your first consultation – what to expect and how to prepare

✔️ An overview of SGF’s initial fertility work-up, including four essential tests

✔️ Personalized treatment options, including LGBTQIA+ family-building paths

✔️ Exclusive financial programs, like our Shared Risk 100% Refund Program

Exclusive Bonus: Attendees will receive a complimentary physician consultation*, which can be scheduled during the event.

Seats are limited—secure yours today and take the first step toward growing your family with confidence.

*Exclusions may apply for current SGF patients. Free consultation available for seminar attendees. If patient has insurance coverage for consultation, insurance will be billed. Any out-of-pocket or co-pay expenses for consult will be waived.

Medical contribution by Anish A. Shah, M.D., MHS

Anish Shah, M.D., MHS, is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. Dr. Shah sees SGF patients at our Stony Point and Henrico locations in Richmond, VA.

Virtual Queer Family Building Group (MD, DC, VA, PA patients)
2026-04-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-05-19 19:30 - 21:00
*For Maryland, D.C., Virginia and Pennsylvania patients*

This virtual support group provides you the opportunity to meet and connect with other LGBTQIA+ couples and individuals who are also going through fertility treatment as a way to grow a family.

Identify and practice coping skills

Share new information

Understand about the unique losses

Improve communication

Provide support

Learn that there is strength in numbers

The group is FREE for all participants.

Registration is required at least 48 hours before the group event. You must be a current SGF patient and provide the office you go to and your doctors name. An email will be sent to you with a consent form that must be filled before you can attend the virtual group. When you fill out the consent and return it to the group leader via email, you will then receive an invitation with a link to a Zoom video meeting. Please note that the group may be canceled if there are too few people registered. The group leader will contact you by phone or email if the group will not be held as scheduled.

For more information, please email Dr. Laura Covington.
