Best All Things Conceivable Surrogacy Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Revolutionizing Breastfeeding: A Conversation with Jenney Korasick, Co-Founder of Leche 41:07

17d ago41:07

41:07

In this empowering episode, Nazca Fontes sits down with Jenney Korasick, co-founder of Leche, to explore how one mom’s journey with breast milk oversupply turned into a revolutionary solution for breastfeeding families everywhere. From freeze-drying breast milk into a shelf-stable powder to launching a donor network that compensates and celebrates …

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Two Women, One Dream: Celebrating Mother’s Day Through Surrogacy 36:58

2M ago36:58

36:58

This special Mother’s Day episode honors the powerful story of two mothers—Rebecca and Irene—whose lives became forever intertwined through the incredible gift of surrogacy. Rebecca, celebrating her first Mother’s Day with her son Roman, shares her heartfelt journey navigating epilepsy and the decision to pursue surrogacy. Irene, a devoted mother o…

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NICUity and the Nurses Behind It: Empowering a New Generation of Caregivers 53:06

2M ago53:06

53:06

In this episode of All Things Conceivable, host Nazca Fontes shines a spotlight on the incredible work of NICU nurses—those dedicated professionals who provide life-saving care to the most vulnerable newborns. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a place of both immense challenge and profound hope, where nurses and doctors work tirelessly to …

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Love, Hope, and Surrogacy: A Quadriplegic Mother's Journey to Parenthood 41:53

3M ago41:53

41:53

In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Rachelle Chapman, a quadriplegic mother who turned to surrogacy to build her family. Listen as she shares her personal story of love, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and her child. From the challenges she faced navigating parenthood with a disability to her decis…

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Surrogacy Is Now Legal in Michigan: What the New Law Means for Intended Parents and Surrogates, with Legal Expert Alexis Cirel 40:42

3M ago40:42

40:42

It’s a historic moment for reproductive rights in Michigan—and a long-awaited victory for families across the state. As of April 2, 2025, surrogacy is officially legal in Michigan thanks to the passage of the Michigan Family Protection Act. This groundbreaking new law not only legalizes compensated surrogacy, but also provides long-overdue legal cl…

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How to Maintain and Increase Your Milk Supply with Breastfeeding and Pumping Influencer Helen Avery 39:54

6M ago39:54

39:54

In this episode of All Things Conceivable: A Surrogacy Podcast, host Nazca Fontes welcomes breastfeeding and pumping influencer Helen Avery to share her remarkable journey of overcoming early lactation struggles to achieve a successful milk supply. Helen offers invaluable guidance on maintaining and increasing milk supply, providing actionable tips…

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Every Day a Choice: How Pumping Breast Milk Empowered Breanna Seibel to Transform Grief into Strength 49:55

6M ago49:55

49:55

Breanna Seibel’s journey to motherhood is a profound story of resilience, healing, and hope. After facing infertility, the devastating loss of her son Teddy, and navigating her daughter Viviana’s NICU journey, Breanna turned to pumping breast milk as a way to reclaim control amidst unimaginable grief. In this emotional episode of All Things Conceiv…

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Navigating the Emotional Complexities of Surrogacy and Loss with Mental Health Professional Kristy Miller, MSW, LSW, PMH-C 50:35

6M ago50:35

50:35

In this deeply meaningful episode of All Things Conceivable: A Surrogacy Podcast, Nazca Fontes sits down with Kristy Miller, MSW, LSW, PMH-C—certified perinatal mental health professional and a valued member of ConceiveAbilities’ Match Experience team. Together, they explore one of surrogacy’s most challenging yet often overlooked aspects: navigati…

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S2E10 - Pregnancy reduction and IVF: in conversation with Erin Bulcao 40:48

8M ago40:48

40:48

Influencer Erin Bulcao joins us to talk about her fertility journey, from IUI to IVF, pregnancy reduction for medical reasons and choosing to share her story online - it's not one to miss. The season 2 finale is here! @mybeautifulblunder Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join our fertility c…

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S2E09 - IUI, IVF, and the determination to keep going: in conversation with Sarah Shafer 41:36

8M ago41:36

41:36

Founder of Fertility Dreams Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting other people to access treatment through grants, Sarah Shafer shares her fertility story of nearly 20 IUIs and 7 rounds of IVF, and how even now with 2 children, it’s still so raw. @shafer1809 @fertilitydreamsfoundation Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamil…

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S2E08 - Male factor infertility and the hidden guilt: in conversation with Henry Sinclair 44:37

8M ago44:37

44:37

Swimmers founder, Henry Sinclair, joins us to share his experience of male factor infertility, and why his story led to founding his own male factor fertility charity with his wife, Tara. Swimmers - Social Swimmers Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join our fertility community Facebook group…

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S2E07 - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and finding joy in life: in conversation with Abbie Clark 48:51

8M ago48:51

48:51

UGC creator Abbie Clark joins us to talk about her diagnosis of PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), how she's found joy in life away from fertility treatment, and how she's preparing to start her own IVF journey. You don't want to miss it! @abbiegclark Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join ou…

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S2E06 - Uterus didelphys, surrogacy, and taking a break: in conversation with Monica Wunderman 52:28

9M ago52:28

52:28

Monica Wunderman joins us to talk about her diagnosis of 'uterus didelphys' and what this means for her path to parenthood. She talks candidly about how she feels about other people's pregnancies, as well as her journey to conception using a surrogate and the decision to step back and take a break. @waitingforbabywunder Request your free, personali…

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S2E05 - Infertility and generational experiences: in conversation with Seetal Savla 51:28

9M ago51:28

51:28

Seetal Savla joins us to share her fertility story, through IVF, loss and donor treatment. Including how her family had experienced their own losses in generations previously, and how her South Asian heritage impacted her search for a donor, it's our pleasure to sit down and talk to Seetal. @savlafaire Request your free, personalized quote at gaiaf…

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S2E04 - IVF, baby loss, and parenting after infertility: in conversation with Caitlyn O'Neil 51:07

9M ago51:07

51:07

TikTok influencer Caitlyn O'Neil joins us to talk about her highly documented conception journey. From her fertility journey to her first child, to her journey with recurrent loss and IVF to conceive her 1 year old son, as well as how it's impacted her parenting journey, Caitlyn speaks so candidly about every step of her path to parenthood. TikTok:…

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S2E03 - The importance of male fertility testing: in conversation with Ian Stones and Toby Trice 40:58

9M ago40:58

40:58

Co-founders of Test Him, an organization focused solely on male factor fertility, join us to talk about the importance of male testing. @testhimltd test him - tackling fertility together. Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join our fertility community Facebook group, IVF Unfiltered: the truth…

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S2E02 - Opening the doors to embryology: in conversation with Alease Daniel Barnes 46:53

10M ago46:53

46:53

Embryologist, Alease Daniel Barnes, joins us to talk all things embryology. From behind the scenes to bridging the gap between the lab and the patient, plus the impact of US politics on IVF, it's not one to miss! @alease_the_embryologist Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join our fertility c…

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8 Expert-Approved Steps to Building Compassion Fatigue Resilience for Nurses with Barbara Rubel 39:09

10M ago39:09

39:09

In this episode of "All Things Conceivable," host Nazca Fontes delves into the critical issue of compassion fatigue, particularly affecting healthcare professionals. The conversation spotlights the impact of constant exposure to others' trauma and introduces the #EmpowerNursesChallenge aimed at building resilience among nurses. Special guest Barbar…

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Giving Back and Moving Forward: Sasha Poshusta’s Journey from Infertility to Surrogate 32:33

10M ago32:33

32:33

Welcome to another episode of "All Things Conceivable." Today, we dive into the early stages of the surrogacy journey, featuring Sasha Poshusta, a new surrogate from Minnesota. Sasha shares her compelling reasons for becoming a surrogate and joining the Conceivabilities family. Living with her husband Max and two children, Louie and Lucy, Sasha als…

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S2E01 - Premature Ovarian Failure & DEIVF: in conversation with Emily Patel 49:31

10M ago49:31

49:31

Emily Patel is the founder of Hopeful Mama Foundation, and she joins us to talk all about her own path to parenthood. Having been diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure at just 25 years old, Emily talks us through every part of her journey, including how because of her own experiences, she now devotes her life to supporting other 'hopeful mamas'.…

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Cookies, Then Milk: How Nikki Bredeson is Changing the Game of Lactation and Pumping 36:28

1y ago36:28

36:28

Welcome to today's episode where we dive into the fascinating world of lactation, a critical topic that affects all women who have given birth. At Conceivabilities, we emphasize the importance of the fourth trimester, ensuring full and healthy recovery post-childbirth through comprehensive support packages for our surrogates. Joining us today is Ni…

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A Calling to Serve: An Interview with Military Spouse Tayler Lewis on Becoming a Surrogate 36:08

1y ago36:08

36:08

Join us on "All Things Conceivable: A Surrogacy Podcast with Nazca Fontes" for an inspiring interview with Tayler Lewis, a military spouse turned surrogate. In this heartfelt conversation, Tayler shares her journey from growing up as a military brat to becoming a devoted military spouse. With 28 years of experience within the military community, Ta…

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Jacqueline Baird: A Mother's Day Journey Through Surrogacy with Motherhood Intended" 46:21

1y ago46:21

46:21

Join us for a heartwarming Mother's Day special as we honor the journeys of two extraordinary women: intended mother Jacqueline Baird and her surrogate, Maranda. For three decades, ConceiveAbilities has been privileged to contribute to the fulfillment of family dreams, and today, we spotlight Jacqueline's remarkable path to parenthood. Jacqueline's…

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S1E10 - Double donation IVF: in conversation with Emma Haslam 51:39

1y ago51:39

51:39

This week we’re talking to Emma Haslam. After finding out her and her husband, Adam, needed IVF to conceive, and facing numerous hurdles in both the NHS and private fertility sector, as well as challenges on the route to adoption, Emma and Adam opted to travel abroad and undergo IVF with 'double donation'. Double donation in IVF involves the use of…

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S1E09 - Donor eggs and surrogacy: in conversation with Kreena Dhiman - part 2 51:38

1y ago51:38

51:38

This week we’re talking to Kreena Dhiman. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Kreena went through IVF to freeze her embryos prior to chemotherapy. But what followed was a journey she never expected to embark on. From heart failure to surrogacy, Kreena's story is both so moving and so inspiring, that we've split it into two parts. In part 2, K…

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S1E08 - IVF as a same-sex couple: in conversation with Katie Bouchier 54:12

1y ago54:12

54:12

This week we’re talking to Katie Bouchier (@the_bouchiers) - parent of the first ever Gaia baby! Katie joins us to talk about her IVF journey as a same-sex couple. Katie and Georgia eventually travelled to Greece for their IVF, having gone through IUI and baby loss. Katie joins us to openly tell her story. Request your free, personalized quote at g…

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S1E07 - Navigating male factor infertility: in conversation with Shaun Greenaway and Ciaran Hannington 56:09

1y ago56:09

56:09

This week we’re talking to Shaun Greenaway (Knackered Knackers) and Ciaran Hannington (The Male Fertility PT). After sharing their own fertility stories of IVF, male factor infertility and sperm donor IVF, Shaun and Ciaran started their own podcast dedicated to just that - The Male Fertility Podcast. We're joined by them as they share their stories…

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S1E06 - Part I | Breast cancer, heart failure and surrogacy: in conversation with Kreena Dhiman 53:39

1y ago53:39

53:39

This week we’re talking to Kreena Dhiman. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Kreena went through IVF to freeze her embryos prior to chemotherapy. But what followed was a journey she never expected to embark on. From heart failure to surrogacy, Kreena's story is both so moving and so inspiring, that we've split it into two parts. Stay tuned f…

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S1E05 - Supporting a friend through fertility treatment: in conversation with Beci Piggott 49:33

1y ago49:33

49:33

This week we’re talking to our host's best friend, Beci. Amber was trying to conceive for 7 years, going through 3 cycles of IVF. And by her side the whole way through, was Beci. We often talk about what we don't want to hear when trying to conceive, and so this week we are shining a light on the perspective on the friend supporting you through it.…

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I've Been an Egg Donor and a Surrogate. Here's What I Want Everyone to Know 51:15

1+ y ago51:15

51:15

Maddie Miller is a wife and mom of five from Salt Lake City, Utah, who recently completed her first surrogacy journey. After a friend experienced infertility, Maddie began helping others: first, becoming an egg donor, then becoming a surrogate. Maddie joins ConceiveAbilities founder and host of All Things Conceivable: A Surrogacy Podcast Nazca Font…

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S1E04 - Starting your fertility journey: in conversation with Coni Longden-Jefferson 46:35

1+ y ago46:35

46:35

This week we’re talking to Nixi Body founder, Coni Longden-Jefferson (@conilj). Coni works within the reproductive health space, but starting her own fertility journey felt like a whole new ball game. Join us as we chat to Coni about navigating the first year of trying to conceive, and where to start when you're suspecting an issue. --- Request you…

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S1E03 - When IVF doesn't work: in conversation with Annabel Gurnett 55:29

1+ y ago55:29

55:29

This week we’re talking to 'Am I Ovary Acting?' podcast co-host, Annabel Gurnett (@annabelgurnett). Annabel joins us to talk about her trying to conceive journey, from her husband's male factor infertility diagnosis, baby loss, and her recent IVF cycle that sadly resulted in no embryos. An open and honest conversation about the real trials and trib…

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S1E02 - Losing Weight for IVF: in conversation with Nicole Robinson 54:23

1+ y ago54:23

54:23

This week we’re talking to Nicole Robinson, aka GoodLuckNic about her fertility journey. From finding out she had blocked fallopian tubes and needing to lose weight for IVF, to lockdown clinic closures and trying to conceive a sibling, there's a lot to discuss! You can follow Nic on Instagram @goodlucknic and @fitilityuk. Request your free, persona…

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S1E01 - Endometriosis, IVF and loss: in conversation with Miranda Burns 1:04:11

1+ y ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Episode notes: 1 in 10 of women have endometriosis worldwide (Endometriosis UK) This week we’re talking to Capital South Coast host Miranda Burns, as she candidly shares her journey with endometriosis, IVF and baby loss. You can follow Miranda at miranda.burns on Instagram. Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Insta…

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I’m a Doula and a Surrogate. This Is Why Doulas Make Great Surrogates. 31:18

1+ y ago31:18

31:18

Vanessa Stepan is a military wife, mom of three, and a doula. She empowers people to have positive birth experiences through education and support with her company Birth Well Colorado Springs. She is also a first time surrogate in the homestretch of her surrogacy journey. Vanessa joined our surrogacy podcast All Things Conceivable to share her surr…

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Nursing Love: An IVF Nurse’s Journey to Becoming a Surrogate 37:01

2y ago37:01

37:01

Teale Kelley is a remarkable woman who is helping others navigate the complex world of fertility and surrogacy. With a unique perspective as an experienced egg donor and IVF nurse at Shady Grove Fertility in Denver, Teale has become a voice for others thinking about becoming a surrogate. Her passion for surrogacy and her desire to empower and educa…

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Finding the Right Surrogacy Match 49:47

2+ y ago49:47

49:47

Finding the right surrogate match is essential to a surrogacy journey. Surrogate, Emma, and Mom, Amber, share their surrogacy story, how they matched together and how they built their relationship. Learn more about becoming a surrogate. Ready to take the next step? Find out if you qualify to be a surrogate. Join the Surrogacy Learning Center to con…

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Is The Infant Formula Shortage Over? 24:11

2+ y ago24:11

24:11

Learn more about the baby formula shortage with Lindsay Groff, executive director of HMBANA. Most shelves have infant formula, but is the baby formula shortage really over? Market research conducted in late October showed the shortage improved with 87% of store shelves having baby formula back in stock, almost 20% more than the low of 69% at the pe…

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What is a Surrogate? 34:15

2+ y ago34:15

34:15

A surrogate is a woman who carries a child for someone who cannot. Listen and learn more about what a surrogate is and the surrogacy process with a panel of pregnancy and surrogacy experts, an experienced three time surrogate and an intended mother who used surrogacy to build her family. Learn more about becoming a surrogate. Ready to take the next…

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Becoming a TikTok Surrogacy Influencer with @wearedanandsam 33:35

2+ y ago33:35

33:35

Sam Mathews from @wearedanandsam shares her surrogacy journey and what it is like becoming a surrogate influencer. When Sam and her husband Dan decided becoming a surrogate was the right journey for their family, they naturally shared everything from the beginning of the surrogacy process through delivery and fourth trimester recovery. Listen to Sa…

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National Infertility Awareness Week with Fertility Expert Dr. Joshua Stewart 41:27

3y ago41:27

41:27

In honor of ConceiveAbilities 25th anniversary and National Infertility Awareness Week, New York Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Joshua Stewart talks infertility, the future of third party reproduction and shares his own surrogacy journey. Learn more about surrogacy at ConceiveAbilitiesBy All Things Conceivable Surrogacy Podcast

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Why I Chose Surrogacy to Build My Family with Arsiak Vartenian 53:22

3+ y ago53:22

53:22

Entrepreneur and Intended Mother, Arsiak Vartenian shares her surrogacy journey with Nazca Fontes. From choosing surrogacy to finding the right surrogate partner to finding the right agency, Arsiak gives an intimate look into her and her husband's surrogacy journey. Learn more about surrogacy: https://www.conceiveabilities.com/ Find out how you can…

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Understanding Surrogacy Rates With Dr. Brian Kaplan 30:56

3+ y ago30:56

30:56

According to the CDC, surrogacy has the highest rate of success of any fertility treatment. The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention reported IVF with a donor egg has a success rate of 52%, which is the highest of any fertility treatment. Higher still is the rate of success with a surrogate. IVF clinics in the US have a surrogacy success …

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Inspired To Build Families: Infertility and Surrogacy with Dr. Ashley Tiegs 19:23

3+ y ago19:23

19:23

Since the inception of ConceiveAbilities 25 years ago, there have been incredible advances in third party reproduction, especially in surrogacy. More and more families are turning to surrogacy to build their families and with good reason. Not only are people more open about how surrogacy has allowed them to fulfill their dream of building a family,…

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Pregnant and Hungry: What to Eat (And Not To Eat) While You Are Pregnant 34:32

4y ago34:32

34:32

If you have been or are planning on becoming pregnant, you know that how you eat is important for a happy and healthy pregnancy. Our All In Surrogate Care & Compensation Package includes partum care from the beginning all the way through your fourth trimester, including information on how you fuel your body. Nutrition is just as important for you, …

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COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy 30:06

4y ago30:06

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COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy: What Surrogates and Women Who Want to Be Pregnant Need to Know Now with Dr. Jennifer Hirshfeld-Cytron Pregnancy and the COVID-19 vaccination is a hot topic in our fertility world today. The US Food and Drug Administration has granted full approval to the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine for people age 16 and older. T…

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The Importance of Fourth Trimester Care with Dr. Aasta Mehta 39:12

4y ago39:12

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Leading OB-Gyn doctor, Dr. Aasta Mehta, joined us to talk about the importance of the postpartum Fourth Trimester. Dr. Mehta co-authored an article titled the Fourth Trimester: 12 Weeks Is Not Enough. She’s the Medical Officer of Women's Health for the Philadelphia Department of Health, practicing OB/GYN in Philadelphia and holds a Masters in Publi…

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Busting Surrogacy Myths with Dr. Heather Carlson 35:23

4+ y ago35:23

35:23

One of the most important relationships a woman has in her life is her relationship with her OB/Gyn doctor. We have hopeful and silly conversations as well as tough and scary conversations with our doctors. When a woman is deciding to become a surrogate, she looks to her trusted obstetrician for their guidance and expert advice. Dr. Heather Carlson…

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Real Life Surrogate Sisters: How Two Sisters Followed Their Dreams To Help Others Become Parents Through Surrogacy 41:27

4+ y ago41:27

41:27

In the surrogacy world, women who become surrogates share a special and unique bond as #SurroSisters. Maggie and Jessica are not only surrosisters, they are sisters in real life. After Jessica completed two successful surrogacy journeys for New York families, her sister Maggie was inspired to follow in her footsteps and become a surrogate. Jessica,…

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New York Legalizes Surrogacy: Fertility Expert Dr. James Grifo Weighs In! 30:15

4+ y ago30:15

30:15

There’s much to celebrate in New York! After years of fighting to end the ban of compensated surrogacy and legal reform for the surrogacy process, the new law, effective February 15, 2021, makes dreams of a family a reality for New Yorkers! Not only is this great news for intended parents in New York, it’s also monumental for women who want to be g…

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