October 05, 2021 1 min read

This interview is part of my Taking Control Series, which has been developed to give you lots of ways you can start to feel more in control, whatever your journey looks like.

This episode features the lovely Jade Quirke, an Associate Solicitor specialising in Family, Fertility and Surrogacy Law She talks through some of the important things to consider when looking at alternative ways to start your family.

It can feel very overwhelming when you start the process, Jade will help you feel more comfortable and signpost you to how to get started.

If you would like to contact Jade to get some advice on your situation, you can contact her on Jade.Quirke@russell-cooke.co.uk 

The taking control series has been developed to give you lots of ways you can start to feel more in control, whatever your journey looks like.

I've been recording interviews with some amazing people working in the Fertility industry to get some insight and advice on how you can take back control of your Fertility journey and your life, whatever your situation, and I will be continuing to share them over the next few weeks.

 



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