Her Helping Habit
About
Last updated on Jun 13, 2026 02:29 PM
Her Helping Habit is Canada's leading known donor and relationship-based family-building agency, helping intended parents, donors, and surrogates create families through transparency, connection, and compassion.
We specialize in known egg donation, surrogacy, and embryo donation, supporting clients across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Unlike traditional anonymous programs, we believe children benefit from understanding their origins and having the opportunity for meaningful, age-appropriate connections with the people who helped bring them into the world.
Our boutique approach combines personalized matching, comprehensive education, and hands-on case management to guide clients through every stage of their journey. We work closely with fertility clinics, legal professionals, and mental health providers to ensure an ethical, supported, and seamless experience for all parties involved.
At Her Helping Habit, we don't just help create families, we help build lifelong relationships rooted in openness, trust, and respect.
Website:
www.herhelpinghabit.com
Phone:
403-910-9208
Employees:
1
Founded:
2019
Languages:
English/Spanish
Conference Presentations:
Services
Last updated on Jan 26, 2025 05:29 PM
Egg Donation Services
ED Matching
ED Non-medical Screening
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Psychological Screening with a Mental Health Professional
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Review of Past Egg Donation
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Medical Questionaire
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Drug Screening
Promotions
GPAP Stage I
Discount: $1500 discount
Annual quota: Unlimited
GPAP Stage II
1 pro bono Agency Service(s) per year
1 Known Donor Program
Membership Benefits Program
- Free "Known Egg Donor" Consult - 30 minutes
- $550 off "Known Egg Donor" Program
Team Members
Last updated on Jan 25, 2025 11:08 PM
Heidi Rousseau
- Surrogacy Program Manager
Heidi is the Surrogacy Program Manager at Her Helping Habit, where she supports both intended parents and surrogates through every stage of the journey. She joined the team in March 2025, bringing with her a wealth of firsthand experience, having started her own surrogacy journey in 2018 and completed her third journey with a couple she met through Her Helping Habit.
With a background as a certified Life Coach, Mediator, and Doula, Heidi offers a thoughtful and well-rounded approach to supporting others through major life transitions. As a mother of four, she understands the importance of clear communication, empathy, and trust when building families.
Whether you're just starting to explore surrogacy or are already on your path, Heidi is here to guide you with professionalism, insight, and care.
Katie Paquin
- Founder
Katie Paquin is the founder of Her Helping Habit, a boutique fertility agency specializing in known egg donation, embryo donation, surrogacy coordination, and fertility consulting. With a background as a social worker, therapeutic counsellor, and yoga teacher, Katie provides holistic physical and emotional support to individuals and couples on their path to parenthood. Her journey began as a known egg donor in 2015, contributing to the creation of five families. Today, she leads Her Helping Habit with a commitment to honesty, transparency, and genuine connections. Supporting clients across Canada, the USA, and Mexico, Katie is dedicated to empowering others to take control of their fertility journey with compassion and care. Katie’s expertise and dedication to ethical, compassionate practices set her apart in the fertility space. Discover the difference with Her Helping Habit and take the next step on your journey to parenthood.
Sarah Riley
- Known Egg Donor Program Manager
Sarah is the heart of Her Helping Habit’s Egg Donor and Embryo Donation programs, bringing an incredible blend of knowledge, experience, and passion to her role. With a background in women’s health and international studies and hands-on experience in healthcare as a phlebotomist, Sarah is uniquely equipped to guide donors and intended parents through every step of their journey. As a previous egg donor herself, Sarah is a passionate advocate for known donations. Her personal experience—seeing how her selfless contributions created life and brought joy to families—has deeply shaped her commitment to this work. She firmly believes in the transformative power of egg and embryo donation. Sarah’s dedication goes beyond coordination; she is a compassionate mentor and resource for donors, offering insight and support from someone who has walked the same path. Her hands-on approach ensures that all parties feel valued, understood, and cared for throughout the process.
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Last updated on Jun 13, 2026
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