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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateSara'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 week we are speaking with 2 surrogates who had very different postpartum journeys.  One is an L&D nurse and one who is a doula, and they both give us some great advice and tips!There is so much about postpartum that isn't talked about and it really should be. As a community of women we can help each other by starting the awkward and uncomfortable conversations and 100% of the time at least one other woman will be able to relate and feel seen/heard.Postpartum is very much a rollercoaster ride, but hopefully by starting this conversation more will come and nothing will be “weird” because birth and postpartum is all “normal”.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://stopsitsurrogate.com

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogatePelvic 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 talked about!She quickly started the conversation and built a beautiful community of ladies. Helping them get rid of pregnancy pains that we have been told are “normal”. Also, helping mamas in their postpartum era recovery more smoothly.If you are pre-pregnancy, in the middle of pregnancy, or post pregnancy, there is help for everyone. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain including strength and bladder control! Check it out:linktr.ee/pelvicfloormommaInstagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateSophia'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 supply.Pumping has no light switch to turn it off the next day. It's a whole process to stop producing, and Sophia wasn't ready to wean. So she looked to social media to see if she could help others who were looking for milk supply.Sophia eventually created a community which is listed below and helped over a dozen babies.If you are curious about pumping after Surro babe, DEFINITELY give this podcast a listen!https://www.facebook.com/groups/1539397000257341/?ref=share&mibextid=adzO7lInstagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateSophia'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 there is a lot of good and informative information that we couldn't Jam Pack it all into an hour.This part 1 is about Sophia's journey and experience with surrogacy.Stay tuned for part 2 next week where she explains how she formed a community and was able to help over a dozen families after her journey “ended”.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateGrace'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 that and how to help donate or pump for another family, ways to help stop your milk supply, and the benefits pumping has, not just for the baby but for your body and healing.If you have never breastfed or pumped then you're like my mom and I and this podcast is insanely eye opening! If you have breastfed or pumped then you might me able to relate to some these lovely girls stories and have tips and tricks you could share with the rest of us.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateFamily 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 world and how that lead her to creating her own business and helping over 3,000 intended parents match with a lovely surrogate, that in turn helped grow their family.She also touches on how surrogacy and the IVF community has always had a special place in her heart as she was adopted. Writing a children's book titled "From the Start" which talks about the many different ways a family can grow. (Link below)Stephanie and her team at Family  Match Consulting services are not only a fraction of the cost compared to agencies, they also strongly believe that a match should not just be made because of common interests, but rather a match should be based off of a true connection and a solid base to form a relationship."From the Start" : https://www.amazon.com/Start-Book-About-Making-Families/dp/1632995336Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateLesa Slaughter's email: Lesa@slaughterlawgroup.comWebsite: 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 for surrogacy and international parents.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateRachel 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. Nappy Endings is their UK agency and Nesa can be found in the US!This conversation is fascinating as we compare and contrast the differences in UK and US surrogacy journeys. Both links are listed below for your convenience.Thank you Rachel for sharing your journeys and your journey to your wonderful agencies.US Website: http://www.nesa.com/UK Website: http://www.nappyendings.com/Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateTsong 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 Affordable Care Act, Insurance Liens, and what it possibly could mean for surro babes born in America to international intended parents.This is an absolute MUST LISTEN for those who are thinking of becoming a surrogate, are currently surrogates, intended parents, and really anyone involved in surrogacy.Thank you so much Ralph for helping break down what all this means for the community and hopefully putting some fears to rest, for the moment.https://linktr.ee/tsonglaw?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=294cbf9d-be62-4064-8bdc-693a5649b21fInstagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateMommy 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, but maybe you're worried about the flavor or the texture? Juliane Corona thought the same thing, yet still really wanted to experience the benefits the placenta provides to a women's postpartum recovery.Nine years ago Juliane founded Mommy Made Encapsulation and has helped over forty five thousand women encapsulate their placentas to help their postpartum recovery. From Cardi B, to Kourtney Kardashian Baker, to the mom across the nation, to the mom down the street, including some of you. Tune in to find out how and why Juliane founded her company and some of the benefits consuming your own placenta provides. Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateGrace'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 Surro Babe who was born shortly after we last spoke.If you don't know about Grace's second journey we encourage you to listen to a podcast we did with her called "Friday Facts: Pregnancy Loss in Surrogacy" as we do not ask her to speak on it again in this podcast. But in short, it's been a long and emotional journey that ended in a beautiful and healthy baby boy.Congratulations Grace, her family, her IPs and their family. Thank you for always being so truthful, graceful, and opening up with us and everyone on the emotional roller coaster that surrogacy can be, but also how absolutely AMAZING, LOVING, and BEAUTIFUL it is, even with all the emotions.(P.S. You will always be welcomed here and we hope to continue to have conversations with you in the future, no matter if you are "retired" Once a surrogate, always a surrogate!)Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateTune in as we tell all about our amazing experience and opportunity on the Jennifer Hudson Show.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateGrace'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 be the ones going through the process and taking a lot on with being pregnant and still trying to do all the super mom things of cleaning, laundry, etc. There may come a time when we need to ask for help. OH MY WORD WHAT!? I know that is something the majority of us have a hard time acknowledging and accepting, but it's okay to ask. We all hope never to have to ask, but a journey is a mystery and we never know what will happen. We dive into talking about how it feels to release some of our duties to our partners and how our partners feel watching us go through the highs, the lows, and the in-between on these journeys.This is definitely a great podcast for partners to listen in on to get some information, especially if this is their first journey.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateRachel'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 maybe we should address what it's really like to be on such a long, emotionally tiring journey. Each of us has a different reason/path as to why it is taking so long and we talk about how the emotional rollercoaster has been.We all address some stigmas that we can say with 100% certainty are not true! Please know if you're a first time surrogate this is not the norm, but it is possible to take this long. 2 years of all our lives have been put on hold and yet we still are pushing forward wanting so much to help someone have a baby.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateAlease'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 LISTEN! Also, if you have any questions you'd like to ask Alease we will be doing a part 2 soon, so please message us or put them in the comments.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateAshley'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.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateBaby 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 to create Baby Bumps.Baby Bumps is a unique and new way to meet your perfect match! No extreme agency fee, because this is not an agency. Meet your match on your terms and really get to know the other person before committing to the one of the most intimate journeys in your life.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.SurrogateSend us a texthttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateJunie 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 and intendened parents in their journeys.There is talk of loss, so please be aware if you are not in a good headspace to hear about that today. However, there is also talk about joy and love on how surrogacy made Alyssa a mom.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateKari'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 obstacles that they faced in this long but well worth it journey.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateEmbrace 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 in the IVF community we have so many questions and often times are too afraid to rock any boats to ask them. That's where a fertility coach like Lauren comes in! She helps explain each step of the process, each medication and what it's used for, the possible outcomes of tests, she helps by giving her client's knowledge. Knowledge is power! This is a definite MUST LISTEN! After speaking with Lauren we both truly wish that a fertility coach becomes standard in the surrogacy process for both intended parents and surrogates.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateAlex'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.Alex also explains how she handled the ups and downs and ultimately came to accept that journey #2 was her final journey.If you are feeling alone or struggling to cope with things you have encountered in your journey, first please know that you are not alone! So many of us surrogates go through things in the dark and we shouldn't have to. Please feel free to reach out to us or any surrogate you know, I guarantee you that one of us knows someone going through something similar that can help. Secondly, don't be afraid to reach out to your agency or the psychologist you interviewed with for this journey. These people are in place to help you.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateLety'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 listen to as so many have been asking to hear more IP stories and this story is so beautiful and highlights so much of the positive in surrogacy and around single intended mothers.Thank you ladies so much for speaking with us! We hope after hearing your story more intended parents reach out either in this fashion with their GC or by themselves. Every story is important and every story matters. (The visual is only Kenedi, Ellen, and the GC Lety, but Brie is here, just not on video.)Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateEggceptional Fertility Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eggceptionalfertility?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Meet Jennifer, founder of Eggceptiona 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 Jennifer's experience in donating her eggs lead to creating this wonderful agency to help all types of families grow.Also, Samantha explains why a surrogacy coordinators job is so vital and helpful, especially for those on their first journey.Tune in to hear how Eggceptional Fertility can help you in your egg donation or surrogacy journey. Check out their website:https://eggceptionalfertility.comInstagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateAnna 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 event. The whereabouts of Intended Parent's money is the biggest question of all! Surrogate's compensations have come to a screeching halt.Agencies are not at fault, and lawyers are doing all they can to help.To find out what we all can do please tune in and share this podcast. It's unfortunate that surrogacy only gets a huge buzz when it's something devastating or negative.

#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 has changed you.

#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 they have WAY more in common than youd think! The main difference is DNA.Tune in to learn more! And to hear how beautiful each journey is, no matter if it's traditional or gestational. The end goal is still the same

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateSherry Fox's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fox_family_formation?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Are you an interested in embarking on an independent journey? If so, definitely tune in to hear what that will entail from the legal side of things.This week we had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Sherry Fox regarding the legal side of independent journeys and compare the differences and benefits of going independently compared to agency.We also touch on what's happening in the south with fertility laws and what this might mean for the future. Sherry is extremely thorough and an open book. If you are interested in being a part of an independent journey don't hesitate to reach out to her! Thank you so much Sherry for explaining and destigmatizing independent journeys. They don't seem that scary anymore.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Megan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganrosewatsonwing?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Megan, a child-free UK gestational surrogate!Megan explains how and why she chose to do surrogacy, even though she doesn't have any children of her own. She also explains the impact the delivery has had on her, mentally and physically.Her story is truly amazing to hear and beautiful as well. To be able to help families grow without having grown your own is truly fascinating, whereas in America that's not possible.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Whitney's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aborrowedbelly?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we talked with the very sweet and lovely surrogate, Whitney. She shares her beautiful journey and how everything kind of took a turn near the end that no one was expecting.Whitney and baby are perfectly fine, but definitely tune in to hear her beautiful story and how sometimes a pregnancy can go so smoothly for 8 months and take a turn at the very end.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

Are you an intended parent? If so, when should you obtain a lawyer?This week we had the amazing honor of speaking with Lesa Slaughter an intended parents and surrogacy lawyer for intended parents. She shares her story to motherhood and her experience in the field. She also shares when intended parents should start looking for their lawyer along with a bunch of other information that we have yet to discuss in our previous conversations with lawyers. Lesa is not only informative and transparent, she's extremely kind and we appreciate you sharing your story and wealth of knowledge.Lesa Slaughter's email: Lesa@slaughterlawgroup.comWebsite: http://www.slaughterlawgroup.com/Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

This week we spoke experienced Traditional Surrogate, Lyle. Lyle has been a traditional surrogate 3 times and while his journeys had some scared, they all turned out beautifully.We also spoke about his transition. Lyle was kind enough to help educate and share his story about his transition. And we are so grateful and thankful for everything he shared. From his journeys to birth to becoming a nurse on his way to a Midwife to his transition! This is a must listen as its full of education from all angles.Tune in to listen and learn about all things traditional surrogacy and the transgender community.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateSherry's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fox_family_formation?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryancferrante?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Joanna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familybuildinglawyer?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Amira's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amirahasenbush?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Rachel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelloftspring?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateBeth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethcurvydesigns?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we spoke Intended Father Chris who is married to Beth and expecting a baby boy this spring through traditional surrogacy.We spoke with Beth about a month ago where she dove in to all things traditional surrogacy. If you listened to that poscast, and you definitely should, you can hear how excited she is, but you can hear how OVER THE MOON she is for Chris!

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Kim's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravellingsurrogate?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we had the wonderful opportunity to speak with a UK second generation traditional surrogate! Kim was introduced to surrogacy at the age of 5 when her mother decided to be a traditional surrogate. Kim and her two intended fathers Tom and Chris join us in a conversation about traditional surrogacy, surrogacy in the UK, and being a second generation surrogate. Oh and did I mention she is also a “child-free surrogate”!?We couldn't think of a better podcast to air in celebration of our 100th episode. Tune in to hear and learn so much from these three wonderful people. Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateAlex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourbeautifulsurprise?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==It's March which means its Surrogacy Awarness month! This week we are speaking with Intended Mother and founder of Embrace Your Motherhod,  Alex. Tune in to hear her path to surrogacy and how each of her boys are a unique and beautiful surprise.

This is a special type of podcast episode. This is one of our webinars that we held back in September 2023 with a surrogacy advocate group called Surrogacy Is.Tune in to hear advice on advocating for yourself in a journey, and how Surrogacy Is helps advocate for and with you.This is an audio only version.https://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateSurrogacy Compass Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surrogacycompass?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==It's March which means its Surrogacy Awarness month! This week we are speaking with an expecting Intended Parent and founder of Surrogacy Compass,  Samantha. Tune in to hear her path to surrogacy and how she is preparing to bring home her twins

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Rachel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsoven?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Grace's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graces_surro_journey?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Today we touch on relationships in a surrogacy journey. While 95% of journeys are beautiful and are able to develop healthy relationships. There is the small percent that doesn't. We dive into all of this and more.We also talk about the differences between international relationships and domestic ones. As well as giving advice on ways, to possibly help our relationship bloom from before contracts to after the Journey has officially ended.Tune in, and let us know your advice on how you grew your relationship and your journey.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Rachel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsoven?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Loren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorendaniellex?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Damaris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dama_the_africansurrogate?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==In honor of Black History month and honestly, these amazing women, this Friday Facts is about what it's like being a black surrogate.This conversation at times is hard to hear, but these are the conversations we NEED to be having! When tuning into this episode take a second to pause and think about the examples these women give us, the divide that is so prominent but doesn't make sense. And it might behoove you to grab abox of tissues because this gets deep, personal, and real.We can not thank these 3 amazing women enough for being vulnerable and sharing their heart and struggles as a black women in surrogacy and in the world.This podcast episode is dedicated to all the minorities who do not feel seen nor heard. WE SEE YOU AND WE HEAR YOU, ALWAYS! Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Sammi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sammimichiko?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we talked with the very sweet and retired surrogate Sammi. She shares her beautiful journeys and how that even lead her to career change to continue helping families grow.Tune in to hear her beautiful story and how she continues to help families in surrogacy.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Kaitlin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mermaidsdontcryx?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Cat's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journey_of_a_surrogate?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Jennifer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nifer_waters?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Friday Facts is back!!! We are starting off 2024 friday Facts with Myths in Surrogacy.Tune in to hear a lot of the false assumptions made in, about, and around surrogacy. We know we couldn't possibly cover them all, but this is a great start especially for those looking to truly learn about surrogacy.We spoke with 3 amazing women who gave their insights and opinions on these false statements and how they have responded and dealt with them as surrogates. Did we miss a myth that you wish was addressed!? Please leave a comment below and we will address it on social media.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateBeth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethcurvydesigns?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we spoke Intended Mother Beth who will welcome her baby boy via traditional surrogacy in just a few months.  Beth's story may be the less traditional approach to surrogacy these days, but this is one of the most beautiful and heart warming stories we've heard on the podcast.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateBrandon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandondallas13?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Jake's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakea214?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Meet the incredible and kind intended fathers, Brandon and Jake! They are located in Texas and are looking to do an agency journey to help grow their family and give their newly adopted baby girl a sibling.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Carrying Hope Surrogacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carryinghopesurrogacy?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we talked with experienced surrogates and co-founders of Carrying Hope: A Surrogacy Agency Charlene and Nicole. They share their road to surrogacy, how they met through surrogacy, and how that lead to creating their own agency.And as of January 24, 2024 they have helped bring 112 babies Earth side. Congratulations to you all! Tune in to hear how a friendship from a social media group for surrogates turned into a successful business partnership helping families all across the world.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Ashley McKenna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajmmckenna?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we talked with Ashley, an experienced surrogate and who is now embarking on her second journey. She shares her beautiful story with us and how her seconds set of IPs got her first IPs blessing. Tune in to hear her beautiful story and the heartwarming connection between both her IPs.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogatehttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Fairfax Surrogacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairfaxsurrogacy?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we talked with Joyce, an experienced surrogate and case manager at Fairfax Surrogacy. She shares her beautiful journeys with us and why she got involved with surrogacy to begin with.She also shares some insight to how she hepls surrogates and her role at Fairfax Surrogacy. Tune in to hear her beautiful and heartwarming story. And to learn about Fairfax Surrogacy.Instagram: Stop.Sit.SurrogateTikTok: Stop.Sit.Surrogateaewahttps://m.youtube.com/@stop.sit.surrogate

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateSurrogacy Simplified Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surrogacysimplified?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==WELCOME 2024!

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Surro Connections' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surroconnection?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA==This week we talked with Megan, 4 time surrogate and founder of Surro Connections. She shares her journeys with us and why she decided to create her own agency. While 3 of her journeys, you would consider normal or common, her last journey is the most unexpected story we have EVER heard. But Megan's heart and her family's support and love is truly something to admire.Tune in to hear this beautiful and extremely rare story. And please be kind and open minded as this journey is as rare as it gets and by no means was this planned. The unthinkable occurred and Megan and her family were dealt unimaginable cards which they handled beautifully.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateToinette's Instagram: https://instagram.com/wombs_of_angels?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA==This week we spoke with Dr. Toinette Watson, gestational surrogate and founder of Wombs of Angels. She shares her beautiful journeys and how that lead her to create her journal. This journal is truly wonderful as well as tangible, detailed, helpful, and educational. It has everything you can think of to help documented and guide you along your journey.Tune in to hear a feel good story and more about Wombs of Angels and how this journal can help your journey.

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateBaden and Zane's Instagram: https://instagram.com/notmytummy?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA==This week we spoke with Intended Parents, Baden and Zane. They recently welcomed a beautiful baby girl through surrogacy in Candan. But not only are the parents through surrogacy but huge advocates in the community. Tune in to hear their beautiful story of how they are helping bring positive change to surrogacy in Canada.