A podcast about the people, experiences, and decisions that shape the surrogacy journey. Whether you're a surrogate, an intended parent, or just exploring the process, we’re here to share real conversations and insights.
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Surrogate Compensation Podcasts
A mother and daughter podcast educating others on surrogacy from a surrogates point of view. And the point of view from the intended parents, children born from surrogacy, the agency, legal professionals and IVF doctors for the science behind it all. Together we have brought 8 beautiful children into this world and it’s been an insane rollercoaster ride! Good and bad, the sweet and the sour, all coming to light about the truths behind the best and worst surrogacy journeys. Stop. Sit. Surroga ...
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Welcome to Surrogacy Talk! I am Frank Golden, the founder and agency director of Golden Surrogacy, one of the nation’s leading surrogacy agencies. I will discuss all things surrogacy, IVF, family building, and making babies! #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #SurrogacyTalk
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Beyond Compensation: The Soul of Surrogacy Work
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1:03:31#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate US Surrogacy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/us_surrogacy?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== What happens when personal struggle transforms into professional purpose? Dawn Baker, founder and CEO of US Surrogacy LLC, takes us behind the scenes of her remarkable journey from experiencing secondary infertility in her twenties to b…
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The Marks Surrogacy Fraud: A Surrogate's Story
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1:54:06What happens when the dream of helping create a family through surrogacy turns into a nightmare? In this powerful and deeply troubling episode, we speak with a brave surrogate who finds herself caught in what's become one of the most shocking surrogacy scandals in recent memory. At 34 weeks pregnant, our anonymous guest reveals how she carefully re…
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Surrogacy to Sisterhood: An Act of Love, Three Babies, and An Unbreakable Bond.
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40:22A surrogate, a twin birth and a surprise pregnancy?? See how this American Surrogacy journey is truly one for the books. What happens when a surrogate and intended parent form a bond so deep, it turns into family? In this heartfelt episode of "Let’s Talk Surrogacy", host Lindsay sits down with Lindsey and Megan to share their incredible journey: ho…
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Embryo Q&A: Genetic Testing? State Laws? Egg Donors? Surrogacy Expert Answers It All!
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18:28The Director of Community Resources at American Surrogacy, Wade Morris breaks down embryo creation, donation costs & more in this expert, rapid-fire Q&A about embryos for "Let's Talk Surrogacy". Curious about how embryos factor into the surrogacy process? This Q&A provides clarity to some of the most common (and complex!) questions about embryos, I…
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Building Bonds Before Birth: How Joint Sessions Transform Surrogacy Journeys
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1:04:47#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Rachel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelgoldbergtherapy?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Step into the emotional landscape of surrogacy with licensed therapist Rachel Goldberg as she pulls back the curtain on the psychological aspects of gestational carrier journeys. What many surrogates fear as judgment—psychological ev…
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They Don't Know We Know, They Know, We Know
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1:31:03#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Sara’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surrornsara?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== This week we spoke with Sara, a first time surrogate! Sara is also a registered labor and delivery nurse who first found out about surrogacy when she was 10 years old watching Phoebe Buffay become a surrogate for her brother on the famous 90's s…
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Why I Became a Surrogate: The Real, Raw & Beautiful Journey
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37:55In this powerful first episode of the "Let's Talk Surrogacy" podcast, Meg, an experienced surrogate, opens up about her surrogacy journey, giving birth for two other families. Meg is a mom of four and two-time surrogate. She shares her incredible journey into surrogacy from what sparked her interest, to navigating IVF, dealing with miscarriage, set…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Baby Bumps Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hello_babybumps?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we have a lovely returning guest, Victoria, an intended mother on her journey and founder of Baby Bumps. Victoria is giving us an update on where Bump Bumps, originally an app for matching, has now landed. Also, how you can fin…
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Friday Facts: All Things Postpartum
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1:03:42#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Sara’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surrornsara?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Brittany’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pavinourway?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== The 4th trimester, also known as postpartum, is a very untalked about thing??? Why!?!? It seems almost taboo to talk about postpartum, or at least it use to. This …
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Pelvic Floor Momma’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pelvicfloormomma?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== This week we had the lovely honor of speaking with Becca Boeving, a Pelvic Floor Coach. Being a mama herself and having had some hiccups in her own journey, she realized she wasn’t alone and that pelvic floor therapy IS NOT ta…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Sophia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiaawohl?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Sophia’s Surrogacy Journey Continued: Part 1 of Sophia’s story was about her journey of being pregnant with Surro babe. Part 2 of Sophia’s story is about breast milk and pumping after Surro babe is born and intended parents no longer need the …
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Sophia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiaawohl?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== This week we spoke with Sophia, a first time surrogate! She details her amazing journey and how that actually led her to help people even after her journey ended with her IPs. This podcast is an our first two part podcast and that is because t…
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Friday Facts: Pumping & Milk Supply as a Surrogate
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58:59#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Grace’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graces_surro_journey?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Kari’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karihernandez82?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Leslie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslie_kay_w?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== What does it mean to pump after you delivery a surrogacy baby? We cover …
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Family Matching with Stephanie Levich
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1:01:47#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Family Match Consulting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familymatchconsulting?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== This week we had the lovely honor of talking with Stephanie Levich, founder of Family Match Consulting, where she is also an intended parent matching consultant. Stephanie shares about her journey in the surrogacy worl…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Lesa Slaughter’s email: [email protected] Website: http://www.slaughterlawgroup.com/ Are you confused, worried, or just want to get a better understanding of what’s going on with these new executive orders? Well our good friend Lesa is back with us to help us break down everything and understand what this means f…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Rachel Westbury’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelwestburynappyendings?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Rachel is a 3x surrogate and 2x agency owner! She has helped 3 families grow and helped bring 4 babies earth side. Now she runs 2 agencies! Nappy Endings and Nesa were founded by her and her friend a few years back. Nap…
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Executive Orders! What Do They Mean!?
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1:07:13#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Tsong Law Group Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsonglawgroup?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Ralph Tsong is a well known and experienced lawyer in the surrogacy world. In this episode he helps break down the executive orders that have been recently placed and what they possible mean for this community. He talks about the Affo…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Mommy Made Encapsulation's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mommymadeencapsulation?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== In 1970 consuming our own placentas started to become "popular" among women in the US, however, its been popular all over the world much longer than that! I'm sure you have seen how you can blend it in smoothies, b…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Grace's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graces_surro_journey?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Welcome to 2025! Last year we ended the podcast season with our dear friend Grace who was near the end of her second surrogacy journey. This year we are starting our new podcast season with Grace sharing about her beautiful Rainbow Sur…
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“But couldn’t the Surrogate change her mind and keep the baby?” If you’ve heard this before, or even if you haven’t, this Surrogacy Talk is for you. Frank, a surrogacy agency director and former Intended Parent, dives into why this myth and others like it are not only false but also harmful to the surrogacy community. He’ll explain how Surrogates h…
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Welcoming a child through surrogacy is an extraordinary experience, and for many, the journey doesn’t end with just one. But how does preparing for a second differ from the first? In this Surrogacy Talk, we’ll explore the emotional readiness it takes, the financial considerations involved, and how to prepare your first child for a sibling. Above al…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Tune in as we tell all about our amazing experience and opportunity on the Jennifer Hudson Show. 💜 We are so beyond grateful for this opportunity, however, we are forever thankful and grateful to this beautiful community. While we may host the podcast, YOU are the stories. ♥️ Without all of you helping shine a positive li…
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Welcome to Surrogacy Talk! Or should I say Surrogacy 101? Nope, scratch that. This is Surrogacy Talk and we’re diving into some fundamental concepts you need to know as you begin planning your surrogacy journey. I’ll explore the key differences between gestational and traditional surrogacy, explain how the IVF process works, and clarify the legal r…
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Friday Facts: Intimacy and Partner Relationships During a Journey
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1:01:26#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Grace’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graces_surro_journey?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Let's talk about relationships and intimacy during a surrogacy journey. There is a time in a journey when abstinence is usually required and it could last longer if you are carrying multiples or put on bed rest. While we surrogates may…
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What if I told you that one of the most important steps in your surrogacy journey happens even before you partner with a surrogacy agency? I know it might sound surprising coming from an agency director, but trust me, choosing an egg donor is a game changer when it comes to building the family of your dreams. From my own experience as an Intended P…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Rachel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsoven?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Terra’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.earthleigh.one?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week is a bit different. My two close friends and I have been on a 2 year journey, which isn’t the norm for surrogates. We were all talking and thought…
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Navigating Surrogate compensation can feel overwhelming, with hidden costs and confusing fees often leaving prospective Surrogates scratching their heads. In this Surrogacy Talk, we break down why enticing offers like "earn up to $80,000" can be misleading and reveal the fine print behind those numbers. We’ll discuss the importance of transparency …
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Alease’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alease_the_embryologist?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== WOW! This week we spoke with an amazing embryologist who answers ALL of our questions. From how grading works to how they freeze embryos. If you are starting or looking into your IVF journey as a parent or surrogate this is A MUST …
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Rage Against Fertility with Intended Mother Ashley
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46:53#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Ashley’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rage_against_infertility?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talk with Ashley, an intended mother who in March welcomed her beautiful baby boy. 💙 Ashley shares about her long journey starting in 2020! Along with how she chose her agency and how her and her husband met their ama…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Baby Bumps Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hello_babybumps?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talked with Victoria, an intended mother on her journey and founder of Baby Bumps a dating app for surrogacy. Victoria shares about her recent diagnosis that has brought her journey to surrogacy and what ultimately lead her …
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Junie Surrogacy- Education, Matching & Coordinating
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1:30:20#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Junie Surrogacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/junie.surrogacy?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we met with Alyssa, and intendened mother, doctor, fellow podcaster and founder of Junie Surrogacy. Alyssa shares about her long and heartbreaking road to surrogacy and why she created Junie Surrogacy to help surrogates an…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Kari’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karihernandez82?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Courtney’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwatts719?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== We have another special podcast this week! Meet Kari and Courtney, surrogate and intended mother from the same recent journey. They share all the ups, downs, and…
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Embrace Your Fertility with Lauren Haring
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51:04#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Embrace Your Fertility’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embraceyourfertility?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week meet Lauren Haring, a fertility coach. You may be wondering , “What is a fertility coach?” Well luckily Lauren explains in depth what it is she does and how she helps those in the process of IVF. As patients …
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Ever wondered why it's so tough to become a Surrogate? In this Surrogacy Talk, we dive into the stringent qualifications required to become a Surrogate with Golden. Despite the high demand for Surrogates, only about 2% of applicants meet our criteria. As the director of a surrogacy agency, I'll share the inside scoop on why our standards are so hig…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Alex’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex_bowers15?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Meet Alex a 2x surrogate. She shares her journeys and how much she loved her first journey, that she wanted to start her second journey almost immediately! However, she didn’t expect her second journey to be so wildly different than her first.…
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Lety’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surro.lb?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Meet Lety and Brie, surrogate and intended mother from the same recent journey. This week is so special! We get to hear both sides of surrogacy from the same journey and how their relationship turned into a beautiful friendship. This is a must list…
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Eggceptional Fertility: A surrogacy and egg donation agency
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58:06#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Eggceptional Fertility Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eggceptionalfertility?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Meet Jennifer, founder of Eggceptional Fertility and egg donor. Also, meet Samantha, surrogacy coordinator and experienced surrogate. This week we get an insight to egg donation and what those journeys look like and how…
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If you ask any Intended Parent or Surrogate what part of the surrogacy journey they most look forward to, "the matching phase" will likely be one of the most common responses you hear. For all parties involved, matching is one of the most anticipated stages. However, depending on whether you are an Intended Parent or Surrogate, the answer to the qu…
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WHAT’S GOING ON!?!?!? (SEAM a surrogacy escrow’s owner is missing and possibly so is IP’s money)
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1:04:09#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Anna Marie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annamariagrace?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== WHAT IS GOING ON!?!? Here’s what we know: SEAM is a surrogacy escrow company and the owner is nowhere to be found, possibly along with all the money IPs have invested. Anna Marie is just one of hundreds of people affected by this tragic…
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Friday Facts: How has surrogacy changed you?
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1:00:43#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Rachel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsoven?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Kaitlin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mermaidsdontcryx?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Today we are talking about how surrogacy has chnged us, mentally, physically, and emotionally as a surrogate. Feel free to share in comments how surrogacy…
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Friday Facts: Traditional and Gestational Surrogacy
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1:12:22#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Rachel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsoven?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Lyle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_lylejack?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Today we are talking about the similarities and differences when it comes to traditional surrogacy and gestational surrogacy. You might be surprised to learn that t…
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Ever wondered what buying your dream home and starting a surrogacy journey have in common? Surprisingly, it's not the start of a joke. There are more parallels between the two than you might think. Similarly to house hunting, understanding the financial aspects of a surrogacy journey is key. So, let’s dive deep into the expectations vs. reality of …
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