Podcasts about Surrogacy

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:14 – 07:43)The Brave New World of IVF and Surrogacy: This Chinese Billionaire Has Over 100 Children in the U.S. Through IVF and Surrogacy to Build His Own DynastyThe Chinese Billionaires Having Dozens of U.S.-Born Babies Via Surrogate by The Wall Street Journal (Katherine Long, Ben Foldy, Lingling Wei)Part II (07:43 – 20:28)The Commodification of Pregnancy and Babies: Surrogacy is Big Business, and It is Morally WrongPart III (20:28 – 23:12)One Child Only Revenge: And Billionaires Purchasing Babies is a Reaction to Historic Crackdowns on Families by ChinaPart IV (23:12 – 26:38)The Brave New World of Billionaires: There Have Never Been More Billionaires in the World Than Right NowThe World Has More Billionaires Than Ever by The Wall Street Journal (Juliet Chung)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

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Hello! Welcome back to another episode of the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! This week I'm joined by Dr Jaime Knopman, a board certified reproductive endocrinologist and one of the leading voices in fertility preservation today. Jaime brings clarity, honesty, and real world perspective to conversations that are often filled with fear, confusion, and pressure. We're talking all about infertility and her upcoming book Own Your Fertility: From Egg Freezing to Surrogacy, How to Take Charge of Your Body and Your Future. This conversation is empowering, grounding, and full of information every woman deserves to have.In this episode:How fertility works and why egg supply changes with ageWhen people should start thinking about fertility healthCommon fertility myths and misunderstandingsWhat it means to be proactive rather than reactive with fertility careWhat egg freezing is and who may want to consider itWhen surrogacy becomes part of the fertility conversationThe importance of emotional support, self compassion, and staying grounded through fertility decisionsThank you so much for listening!  Don't forget to share on your social media and tag me if you loved this episode!ResourcesOwn Your Fertility: From Egg Freezing to Surrogacy, How to Take Charge of Your Body and Your Future Colorado Center for Reproductive Medicine The Chick Mission Connect with JaimeInstagram - @DrJaimeKnopmanWebsite - DrJaimeKnopman.comSupport the showConnect with Rachel!Instagram: @The_Rachel_MaineWebsite: https://linktr.ee/WellnessSexpertiseYouTube: YouTube.com/@OwningYourSexualSelfFacebook: Rachel MaineEmail: therachelmaine@gmail.com

Many people using donor conception or surrogacy feel “different” and quietly wonder what family really means when genetics aren't shared in the way they expected. In this episode, I talk about chosen family in the context of donor conception and surrogacy: how to see yourself not as “other,” but as part of a growing, very real type of family. We'll explore: • How the concept of family has changed – and where you fit in • Why grief about not using your or your partner's genetics is natural • How grief about genetics and your bond with your child often get conflated (and why they're different) • How to think about who is in your “inner circle”  • How to decide what to share with close family and friends, and what to keep private • Why doing both the inner work (your own feelings) and the external work (how you talk to others) can help you feel more prepared for the future If you're building your family with donor sperm, donor eggs, embryos, or surrogacy, you are not alone – and you are not less of a family. There are ways to navigate grief, boundaries, and conversations that honor you, your partner, and your child.

On this week's episode, we're joined by mama and singer Julie Mintz, whose path to her daughter Ophelia is nothing short of extraordinary. Decade-old frozen eggs, shocking lab errors, surrogacy setbacks, countless retrievals, and the discovery that she and her husband were both genetic carriers for the same disease. Then came HOPE in the form of one healthy embryo. One tiny maybe. At 47, she welcomed her baby Ophelia and turned her own miracle into a mission, offering financial support to help other families grow. It's a story that is at times harrowing and frustrating, and one that captures the real-world courage behind so many fertility journeys. Resource links: babyquestfoundation.org Follow Julie Mintz on Instagram:@juliemintz Follow Julie Mintz on Tiktok: @juliemintzmusic babyquestfoundation.org Follo​w Sarah Wright Olsen: IG: @swrightolsen Follow Teresa Palmer: IG: @teresapalmer  FB: https://www.facebook.com/teresamarypalmer/ DISCOUNT CODES: • Go to www.baeo.com and get 20% when using the code MOTHERDAZE20 • Go to www.lovewell.earth and get 20% when using the code MOTHERDAZE20 More about the show! • Watch this episode on YouTube here • Co-founders of @yourzenmama yourzenmama.com • Read and buy our book! "The Zen Mama Guide To Finding Your Rhythm In Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Dvora Entin, LCSW, PMH-C, therapist, educator, and host of The Misconceptions Podcast, for a deeply honest and compassionate conversation about surrogacy— the hopes, complexities, grief, joy, and emotional labor that shape this path to parenthood. Dvora shares what intended parents often navigate beneath the surface: the grief of letting go of a hoped-for pregnancy, the vulnerability of trusting another person with your baby, and the invisible emotional work that unfolds long before birth and long after.This conversation between with Dvora brings clarity to a journey that is too often misunderstood and oversimplified.Together, Kayleigh and Dvora explore:

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Kristen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenbellettmartinez?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Birth can be beautiful, messy, and intensely logistical—especially when you're carrying for someone else. We sit down with Kristen, a multi-time surrogate and former agency intake coordinator, to trace her path from a pandemic C-section for placenta previa to a confident VBAC with international intended parents racing into the room as the baby crowned. Along the way, she shares what most guides skip: the fourth trimester after surrogacy, the emotional whiplash of shifting contact after delivery, and how hospital routines often ignore surrogacy preferences unless someone speaks up.Kristen also lifts the curtain on agency intake: why education beats pressure every time, how simple check-ins and care packages change the tone of a journey, and what she learned turning leads into engaged, informed applicants. After a tough year trying to rejoin the industry as staff, she created the Surrogacy Doula program—a virtual service built for surrogates and intended parents that blends monthly support, perinatal nutrition guidance, and real-time messaging with thoughtful mediation when tensions rise. She helps craft surrogacy-savvy birth plans, clarifies roles in the delivery room, and gives IPs practical ways to bond before birth, from shared playlists to mindful rituals that bridge the distance when they didn't carry the baby themselves.If you're weighing VBAC after C-section, navigating domestic vs international IP dynamics, or searching for a surrogacy doula who understands both the paperwork and the heart-work, this conversation is a blueprint. We talk closure language for contracts, setting hospital expectations for immediate skin-to-skin, and how to keep everyone informed without turning the surrogate into the project manager. Listen for grounded, human-tested strategies that make surrogacy safer, kinder, and more connected.Enjoyed the conversation? Follow, share with a friend who's exploring surrogacy, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway so we can keep bringing real stories and practical guidance to your feed.http://www.wellsurro.com/Emails:kristen@wellsurro.cominfo@wellsurro.comSend us a texthttps://stopsitsurrogate.com

Louise O'Sullivan spent 10 years with the ADF, including deployments with the Special Forces in Afghanistan which eventually left her with PTSD, but a bigger battle lay ahead, the fight to save her premature twins.After leaving the military, Louise wanted to begin a family but cancer treatment had left her unable to carry her own children so she found a surrogate in Ukraine.But when her twins were born prematurely, she spent months living and caring for them in a Ukranian hospital.Eventually Louise had to begin her own process of healing, which included a life changing course of ketamine therapy.The episode of Conversations was produced by Jen Leake and the Executive Producer was Nicola Harrison.It covers topics including psychology, trauma, Australian Defence Force, Afghanistan, women in the military, army training, physical and mental endurance, helicopter crash, fatalities, injury, ripping out, trauma response, PTSD, cervical cancer, chemotherapy, radiation, hysterectomy, international surrogacy, premature babies, health care in Ukraine, divorces, EMDR, ketamine therapyTo binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.The most shared episode of Conversations in 2025 was Sarah's interview with social psychologist Jonathan Hait on 'attention fracking' and how to stop tech companies stealing your focus.Sarah's interview with Jonathan Haidt

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All those hot-button topics that get in the way of adults' so-called self-fulfillment! You don't want to miss this one!Josh Wood is the Executive Director at Them Before Us, a global nonprofit dedicated to defending children's rights. With a career rooted in nonprofit leadership and church ministry, Josh has a deep commitment to serving others and making a difference. He holds a Master's Degree in Humanitarian and Disaster Leadership from Wheaton College and a Bachelor's in Cross-Cultural Ministry from Messiah University.In addition to his role at Them Before Us, Josh is the founder of All the Good Consulting, where he helps nonprofits maximize their impact through strategic initiatives. His consulting business has guided organizations worldwide through successful capital campaigns, grant acquisitions, model legislation creation, and book publishing.A former elite athlete, Josh is a four-time NCAA Division III National Champion in soccer and was named National Player of the Year in 2013. His leadership and teamwork on the field translate into his professional life, where he excels at leading teams and executing high-impact initiatives.**Children's rights before adult desires**https://thembeforeus.com/Restorative Reproductive Medicine: https://naturalwomanhood.org/topic/restorative-reproductive-medicine-rrm/https://www.amazon.com/Dominion-Christian-Revolution-Remade-World/dp/0465093507No-Fault Divorce is Bad For Kids. Divorce Justice is the Answer.https://thembeforeus.com/no-fault-divorce-is-bad-for-kids-divorce-justice-is-the-answer/Artificial Wombs Will Compound the Harm Reproductive Tech Inflicts on Childrenhttps://thembeforeus.com/artificial-wombs-will-compound-the-harm-reproductive-tech-inflicts-on-children/FAST FACTS - Adoption, Surrogacy, Donor Conception, Same Sex Parenting, Divorce, Children Have Rights, Biology Matters, Marriage Matters, Gender Matters, IVF -- https://thembeforeus.com/fast-facts/Email interview & speaking Inquiries for E.J. to ej.freedomfamilies@gmail.com

Looking 4 Healing Radio with Dr. Angelina Farella – The intended parent or parents might struggle with infertility. They also could be same-sex couples. Surrogacy has no federal regulation currently. It is up to states to set the rules if the state chooses to allow it. The implantation of the embryo only produces a viable liveborn infant 25% of the time. The odds are stacked against the success of the IVF...

Looking 4 Healing Radio with Dr. Angelina Farella – The intended parent or parents might struggle with infertility. They also could be same-sex couples. Surrogacy has no federal regulation currently. It is up to states to set the rules if the state chooses to allow it. The implantation of the embryo only produces a viable liveborn infant 25% of the time. The odds are stacked against the success of the IVF...

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Episode 4: The psychological impact of the surrogacy journey Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mandy J Rodrigues a Clinical Psychologist about the psychological impact and toll of the surrogacy journey. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journalist Khalil Hachem explored the world of #surrogacy and third-party reproduction with Dr. Nicholas Shamma, founder of VF Michigan Fertility Center and a leading pioneer in reproductive #medicine and #infertility . Dr. Shamma has performed more than 20,000 IVF procedures worldwide and has authored over 150 publications in the field. He will shed light on donor options, surrogacy, medical processes, success rates, and the support families need throughout the journey. The episode was broadcast on November 18, 2025 US Arab Radio can be heard on wnzk 690 AM, WDMV 700 AM, and WPAT 930 AM. Please visit: www.facebook.com/USArabRadio/ Web site : arabradio.us/ Online Radio: www.radio.net/s/usarabradio Twitter : twitter.com/USArabRadio Instagram : www.instagram.com/usarabradio/ Youtube : US Arab Radio

What does it really take for men to build a family through IVF and surrogacy? How do you navigate the maze of sperm testing, egg donors, legal contracts, and international laws? And where do transparency, trust, and heart fit into this complex process?  In this honest and empowering episode of Brave & Curious, Dr. Lora Shahine is talking to Richard Westoby, author, advocate, and host of IVF Daddies. Their conversation pulls back the curtain on the real journey of gay men pursuing parenthood. Richard shares his deeply personal experience of becoming a father to twins through surrogacy and his decade-long mission to help others do the same. Together, he and Dr. Shahine break down every step of the process. They talk about everything from fertility testing and choosing an egg donor to finding the right clinic, lawyer, and surrogate.  With humor and compassion, they discuss the emotional highs and lows, the legal and ethical complexities, and the hard truths about cost, timelines, and international options. This conversation offers clarity, courage, and connection for anyone dreaming of becoming a parent through IVF and surrogacy. In this episode you'll hear: [0:51] Meet Richard Westoby: author, advocate, and podcast host [4:29] Richard's personal story [6:05] Choosing the right egg donor [15:57] Fresh vs. frozen donor eggs [22:14] Finding the right clinic [30:48] International surrogacy insights [35:59] Legal must-knows [40:28] Realistic timeline & budgets [41:54] Red flags & green flags [43:19] Making it manageable [57:03] Trusted resources Resources mentioned:  ivfdaddies.com menhavingbabies gayswithkids.com familiesoutloud.org pnwfertility.com Dr. Shahine's Weekly Newsletter on Fertility News and Recommendations Follow @drlorashahine Instagram | YouTube | Tiktok | Her Books

Surrogacy, is back in the news. Earlier this month, the Supreme Court agreed to look into the Surrogacy Act, following a petition from a couple facing secondary infertility. At present, the Act does not allow for couples who already have a biological child to use surrogacy unless certain criteria are met, and the court will have to examine if this amounts to a restriction on the reproductive choices of citizens. A little over a month ago, there was another case before the court involving surrogacy: at that point, the Court had ruled that couples who began their surrogacy process before the enactment of the Surrogacy Act could proceed even if they were over the age limit set by the law. How is the Supreme Court going to examine the recent petition? Are the restrictions in the Surrogacy Act sufficient to weed out exploitative surrogacy? How well implemented has the Act been over nearly four years? And do surrogates and egg donors need more protection than the Act provides? Guest: Prof. Prabha Kotiswaran, Professor of Law and Social Justice at King's College, London Host: Zubeda Hamid Edited by Jude Francis Weston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining Relebogile Mabotja on the third episode of The Series Edition on surrogacy, are Melinda and Bronwyn, a surrogate and intended parent (mother), respectively, to look into the human side of surrogacy. They both share their respective journeys through this process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all see the obvious problems with surrogacy and IVF, but few want to pick that fight. Katy Faust believes it is the battle of our times and her movement, Them Before Us, gives people the framework to fight back. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro07:00 Doxxing Story 15:00 Children's Rights v Adult Rights21:00 Who Bears The Burden?23:30 What Arguments Are Most Effective?28:45 Gen Z36:08 Obergefell Needs To Go44:18 Is IVF Pro-Life?Website: https://thembeforeus.com/The video: “Colette” : https://youtu.be/Gl78C7b6G1o?si=b16uC4dxAjQOSTRJ Katy's Substack: https://thembeforeus.substack.com/ Katy in First Things: “The End of Natural Parenthood” https://firstthings.com/the-end-of-natural-parenthood/ EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.orgSubscribe to the LOOP today! https://catholicvote.org/getloopAll opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

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 Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. This week, the docs welcome Dr. Nadine Al Kaisi, MD, a reproductive endocrinologist at Eggcellent Fertility, who brings an international perspective to the fertility field. Dr. Al Kaisi has practiced reproductive medicine across Germany, Spain, Belgium, and London, giving her a unique understanding of how fertility care differs around the world. In Germany, for example, preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A) is not routinely performed and is used only in specific cases, such as when both partners carry a genetic condition or when sperm morphology is abnormal. Unlike in the US, much of fertility treatment in Germany is covered by insurance, creating a hybrid system that includes both public and private options. German laws impose strict limitations on fertility options outside of IVF. Egg freezing is restricted to married individuals, and same-sex couples are not eligible for treatment. Sperm donation is permitted but tightly regulated, with minimal information about the donor. At age 16, the donor-conceived child is able to contact the donor. Dr. Al Kaisi also explains how clinics in Germany perform natural cycle IVF, freeze embryos at the pronuclear stage, and transfer only one embryo per cycle. Other European countries, such as Spain and the Czech Republic, have more liberal practices—similar to the United States—though surrogacy remains prohibited. This is an interesting perspective on the different ways IVF is done in other countries. This podcast was sponsored by RMA New York. 

What really happens when you carry a baby for someone else?This week on The StickyBeak, we dive into the emotional, ethical, and legal realities of surrogacy — through the story of Yessenia, a U.S. surrogate and content creator. From medical risks and legal grey zones to celebrity surrogacy scandals and the ethics of creating families, we explore what it truly means to give birth for another person.If surrogacy is done with care, consent, and love — should anyone else have a say?A powerful and deeply personal look at the world of surrogacy, motherhood, and modern family-making.Thank you to Yessenia for sharing her experiences.This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown.https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/

Episode 2: Understanding South Africa’s surrogacy lawsRelebogile Mabotja speaks to Robynne Friedman a South African Attorney specialising in surrogacy and fertility law and the Founder of Robynne Friedman Attorneys about Surrogacy Laws in South Africa. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by the inspiring Alysia Lyons—life coach, certified Master Neurotransformational Results Coach, Reiki master, and four-time surrogate. Alysia is also the author of Creating Little Miracles: A Guide to Surrogacy, a heartfelt and informative guide for anyone exploring the surrogacy journey. I had the honor of writing the foreword to her book, and I'm thrilled to share her perspective with you. Together, we explore the unfiltered truth about what it's like to be a surrogate, how to prepare for the emotional and logistical aspects of the journey, and why surrogacy is about so much more than just carrying a baby. Alysia's honesty, humor, and deep compassion shine through as she talks about the highs, the challenges, and the transformative nature of helping others create their families. Find the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. In this episode, we cover: Alysia's personal experience as a surrogate and what inspired her to do it multiple times The importance of clear communication and aligned expectations between surrogates and intended parents Navigating emotional and physical challenges throughout the surrogacy process How to choose the right surrogacy agency and avoid common pitfalls The impact surrogacy had on Alysia's sense of purpose and identity You can find Alysia Lyon's website here. Want to learn more about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

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In this episode, we make legalese usable. You'll get the operating rules to protect your surrogacy/donor journey when things get messy, so decisions are fast, fair, and aligned. What you'll learn fast: Alignment vs Agreement: principles first, everything else second, so contracts don't crumble under stress. The Two Buckets: value essentials vs detail clauses, and why mixing them derails deals. Contract Decoder: translate dense terms into “if X, then we do Y” rules your team can follow. Scripts for agencies/clinics: “We're aligned on X and Y; here's how we'll handle Z.” Red flags + escalation: exactly when to pause matching and how to restart clean. #Surrogacy #DonorConception #Fertility #IntendedParents #LGBTQFamily #SingleParentByChoice #IVF #SurrogacyContract #WomenHealthcare

Kate first met Kelli O'Keefe Spears on the tennis court before either had children, and their kids were born just a month apart. Kelli was Kate's first friend to pursue surrogacy. In this episode, Kelli shares her journey through multiple miscarriages, the emotional challenges that led her to surrogacy, and how she found her incredible surrogate. She also offers thoughtful advice for families considering the same path and reflects on the lessons she learned along the way. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pedro Andrade, journalist and host, discusses his new HBO Max documentary series, Somewhat Familiar with Pedro Andrade — a powerful exploration of how love, family, and connection look around the world today. The series follows Pedro's journey to fatherhood with his husband, Benjamin Thigpen, as they navigate the emotional and transformative process of surrogacy and welcome their daughter, Isabel. Across eight beautifully shot episodes, Pedro travels from Italy to China, Japan, and the United States, meeting families whose stories challenge and expand our ideas of what “family” really means. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NYC's New Mayor: Sean and Scott discuss the election of progressive Muslim democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani as New York City's next mayor—exploring socialism's renewed appeal, the moral framework behind market economies, and biblical principles of work, property, and caring for the poorSurrogacy in Crisis: Troubling trends in the surrogacy industry—lack of oversight, exploitation of low-income women, legal gray areas, and moral implications of turning children and motherhood into commoditiesAI Erotica Launch: Sean and Scott react to ChatGPT's announced “erotica” feature, warning that it normalizes digital pornography and creates the illusion of emotional connection while eroding real-world relationshipsListener Questions:Coping with chronic pain and finding God's presence through suffering.Clarifying democratic socialism vs. authoritarian socialism.How Sean and Scott read and evaluate books differently depending on purpose and genre.==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

Ever wonder how it really feels to carry someone else's baby—and make tough medical calls when hopes and bodies collide? We sit down with Jana, a Portland-based psychologist and surrogate, to unpack the real emotional load of surrogacy: induction pressure without clear medical cause, a lightning-fast birth in triage, and the quiet, complicated moments after delivery when your body wants to feed a baby who isn't coming home with you.We dive into perinatal mood and anxiety disorders—how anxiety, irritability, sleep changes, and intrusive thoughts can surface even in people with no prior history—and why a specialized clinician makes a difference. Jana explains how vague contract language like “follow doctor's guidance” can become a fault line when preferences diverge, and she offers grounded strategies for advocacy that keep trust intact. She also breaks down the difference between “medical necessity” and “support necessity,” showing where confidential, nonjudgmental care helps surrogates process guilt, set boundaries, and stay steady through IVF meds, monitoring, and all the waiting.There's practical guidance throughout: what symptoms to watch for, how OB screenings work, and how to use agency wellness benefits without fear of stigma. We talk about family dynamics, partner support, and what to ask agencies beyond glossy benefits—like “tell me about a journey that didn't go well.” Jana's dual lens as psychologist and surrogate gives this conversation rare clarity and compassion, translating hard moments into usable tools you can apply right away.If this episode resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who's exploring surrogacy, and leave a review to help more people find these stories. Your support helps us bring honest, useful conversations to anyone navigating the path to parenthood—or helping someone else get there.https://heart-mind-therapy.com/carried-with-care/Send us a texthttps://stopsitsurrogate.com

I'm thrilled to share my latest episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, where I sit down with the inspiring Alison Beder Solway. Alison is a fitness expert, author, and mother of four who has a unique and beautiful perspective on perseverance, self-advocacy, and hope. In this episode, we dive into her journey of expanding her family through surrogacy 25 years ago and her more recent experience of training for the New York City Marathon. These two life-changing experiences inspired her memoir, The Miles We Run, where she shares how surrogacy and marathon running are deeply connected through themes of endurance, discipline, and resilience. In this episode, we cover: How surrogacy and marathon training both teach endurance and resilience. The importance of self-advocacy in healthcare and personal journeys. Alison's reflections on hope and perseverance during life's challenges. Lessons from blending mental and physical strength to overcome obstacles. The inspiration behind Alison's memoir, The Miles We Run. Resources: You can find Alison's memoir, The Miles We Run, wherever books are sold. To learn more about her fitness programs, visit ABS Fitness, where Alison helps women over 40 build strength and resilience. Find Dr. Aimee's Fertility Essentials Join The IVF Class Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates Join me for a screening of the movie THAW: Parenthood on Ice.  Wednesday November 5: Doors Open 6 PM / Screening starts 6:30 PM Alamo DraftHouse, Mountain View, California The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with Dr. Aimee (me!), Ivana Muncie-Vasic (Vitra Labs), Prof. Hank Greely and other fertility tech experts. Moderated by Sara Vaughn, MD. THAW examines the rapidly growing egg and embryo freezing industry, revealing its profound implications for women's reproductive health and rights. Through the stories of three American women navigating the world of fertility preservation, the film sheds light on the deeply personal, social, and ect. Get your tickets here. Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

Last week we heard from Serena Duncan about her journey to become a surrogate and what's it's been like carrying a baby for another family-- from payment, to logistics of birth prep and more. Today we get to hear all about baby's birth story, and how the birth intentions were carried out beautifully. Serena also shares more about what it's like postpartum as a surrogate. Work with Serena⁠ IG: ⁠@serenitybirthingservice⁠ ⁠Birth Your Joi Midwife program⁠ _________________________________ ___________________________ GROWING WITH GARRETT NOW LIVE - watch below ⁠⁠www.informedpregnancy.tv⁠⁠ Code: GK30 ___________________________ Need The Nipple Diaper now? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop on Amazon today!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kozekozemama⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kozekozemama ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@garretnwood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SHOP with 20% off, use THANKYOU20 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kozekoze.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Garrett: garrettkusmierz@kozekoze.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As seen in People magazine, Lindsay Perrin joins the show to talk about her journey as a surrogate for a gay couple, working as a photographer for Rolling Stone and covering Taylor Swift's concerts. And we can't forget her epic Lesbian Bar Crawls in NYC. We also chat about the epidemic of lesbians canceling on dates.Follow Linsay on TikTok and Instagram Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support.

Welcome to Fertility & Sterility Roundtable! Each month, we will host a discussion with the authors of "Views and Reviews" and "Fertile Battle" articles published in a recent issue of Fertility & Sterility. This month, we welcome Dr. Brian Levine and Dr. Kate Schoyer to discuss if physicians should be facilitating gestational carrier arrangements in the absence of a medical indication, also known as elective surrogacy. Dr. Brian Levine is the founding partner and practice director of CCRM New York, where he has helped countless families on their path to parenthood. Dr. Levine is also the founder of Nodal, the premier online gestational surrogacy platform, which connects intended parents and surrogates in a trusted and transparent way. Dr. Kate Schoyer is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the Medical College of Wisconsin. She is the Director of the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and is the Medical Director of the Reproductive Medicine Center at Froedtert Hospital. Her research interests include factors contributing to success with ART, the impact of BMI, and therapies for patients with diminished ovarian reserve. View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/

(October 24, 2025)Federal judge issues tentative ruling ordering that immigrant detainees have access to legal counsel. Trump ends all U.S. trade with Canada… what is the Ronald Reagan ad that has got Trump so mad. Surrogacy is a multi-billion-dollar business and sometimes the money goes missing. 

What happens when kids grow up watching their parent carry a baby for someone else? We open the door to our homes and hearts to explore how surrogacy shapes children's understanding of empathy, science, and the many ways families are made. With Sarah—a labor and delivery nurse, twin mom, and second-time surrogate—we trade honest stories about timing the conversation, answering tough questions, and turning complex ideas into clear, age-appropriate truths.We share how we explained IVF and embryos with simple analogies and real facts, why meeting intended parents early makes the mission feel human, and how transparency helps kids process big feelings during the ups and downs of a journey. From nausea and pump parts to the quiet heroism of persistence, our kids learned that sacrifice can be ordinary and love can be deliberate. We also talk about failed transfers, showing sadness without shame, and the surprising moments that taught our children to comfort, advocate, and step up.Beyond birth, we highlight the power of continuing relationships—photos, short videos, and first birthdays that replace goodbye with connection. The conversation widens to inclusivity: same-sex parents, single parents by choice, and heterosexual couples, all seeking a path through infertility. Our kids traced the ripple effects—parents becoming grandparents, cousins finding cousins—and saw how surrogacy can expand a family tree in every direction. If you're wondering when to tell your kids, what to say, or how to keep it grounded, you'll leave with practical scripts, tools, and the reassurance that children can hold both facts and feeling with grace.If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review to help more families find thoughtful, stigma-free conversations about surrogacy and modern parenthood.Send us a texthttps://stopsitsurrogate.com

On this episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Federalist Executive Editor Joy Pullmann joins Managing Editor Kylee Griswold to discuss the feminization of Western society. Plus, Assignment Editor Elle Purnell details the latest defacement (literally) of Confederate statues, and Kylee breaks down why surrogacy should make us sad.If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

Serena Duncan is a mother of two, a doula, a childbirth educator and a hypnobirthing specialist. It was always her dream to become a surrogate. Today we learn all about the steps she took to become a surrogate and what the journey entailed! From rounds of interviews, to therapy, to compensation, to birth planning, she covers all your burning questions! Work with Serena IG: @serenitybirthingservice Birth Your Joi Midwife program _________________________________ ___________________________ GROWING WITH GARRETT NOW LIVE - watch below ⁠www.informedpregnancy.tv⁠ Code: GK30 ___________________________ Need The Nipple Diaper now? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop on Amazon today!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kozekozemama⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kozekozemama ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@garretnwood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SHOP with 20% off, use THANKYOU20 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kozekoze.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Garrett: garrettkusmierz@kozekoze.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insurance and infertility are two words that rarely bring comfort, but understanding how to navigate your coverage can change everything about your experience.In this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline shares her best guidance for reading your policy, asking smart questions, and knowing your rights when it comes to fertility care. She explains what “infertility coverage” really means, how to check if your clinic is in-network, and why employer fertility benefit programs could be a game changer. You'll also learn how to have honest money talks with your partner so financial stress doesn't take over your journey.This episode is equal parts practical and heartfelt. Jacqueline reminds listeners that while fertility insurance can feel overwhelming, you are more capable than you think. With preparation, persistence, and a little advocacy, you can find clarity, save money, and feel more in control of your path to motherhood.What you will learn:How to review your insurance plan for fertility coverage and common exclusionsHow to advocate for coverage and explore employer fertility benefit programsWays to approach financial planning and set realistic expectations with your partnerHow to save money on medications and self-pay packages while reducing stressLinks mentioned: National Infertility Association: Resolve.orgWomen's health & family building benefits: Progyny & MavenSupport for Metabolic-Fertility care: Carrot Fertility ✨ Free Resource for You ✨Want to feel more confident and prepared at your next doctor's appointment? I created a simple, one-page tool just for you

A major UK group litigation has been launched against Johnson & Johnson, involving approximately 3,000 claimants who allege they developed cancers due to asbestos-contaminated talc products. The company is accused of negligence and deceit. Johnson & Johnson deny the allegations. The BBC Health reporter, Chloe Hayward, joins Anita Rani to talk about what is known so far.Surrogacy and its impact is the subject of a new report by the UN Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls, Reem Alsalem. In 2023, the global surrogacy market was valued at nearly $15 billion and is projected to reach almost $100 billion in the next eight years. Here in the UK commercial surrogacy is illegal - surrogacy has to be altruistic, meaning only expenses are paid for and the motivation behind it is typically helping someone else. It is legal, however, to have a child in another country where the rules may differ. To discuss the ethics of the practice, Anita is joined by Reem Alsalem and Sarah Jones, CEO of Surrogacy UK.Karen Carney is one of the most capped female footballers for England. The former Lioness joins Anita to talk about how she is using Strictly to help her 'rebuild confidence' after being 'crushed' by the sexist abuse she faced as a football pundit and her vision to improve women's sport.Children with special educational needs from low-income families are facing major inequalities in access to support, according to a new report out today from the Sutton Trust. Anita is joined by Charlotte O'Regan, Senior Schools Engagement Manager at the Sutton Trust, lead author of the report Double Disadvantage, to talk about its findings. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Rebecca Myatt

Welcome to this special episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, where I'm thrilled to share a conversation hosted by my friend and colleague, Dr. Karli Goldstein. In this episode, Dr. Goldstein and I are joined by Monica Wunderman, a passionate patient advocate and content creator who has openly shared her journey with endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), and gestational surrogacy. Together, we dive into Monica's powerful story—from her early symptoms and challenges with diagnosis, to her experiences with IVF, surgery, and ultimately, finding a path to healing and hope. Throughout our discussion, we explore the complex intersections of egg quality, DOR, and IVF, especially when endometriosis is part of the picture. We talk candidly about the realities of delayed diagnosis, the importance of patient advocacy, and the evolving landscape of fertility care. Monica's journey highlights the need for individualized treatment, the value of community, and the resilience required to navigate infertility and chronic illness. In this episode, we cover: Monica's personal story: from early symptoms to diagnosis and advocacy The link between endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve, and egg quality Surgical approaches and recovery, including Monica's experience with excision and kidney removal Strategies for improving egg quality and fertility outcomes (supplements, PRP, red light therapy, and more) The role of patient advocacy and finding the right care team Navigating IVF, surrogacy, and the emotional aspects of infertility Tips for asking the right questions and advocating for yourself in the medical system Resources: ESSE Care website Monica on Instagram: @waitingforbabywunder Dr. Aimee's website: draimee.org The Egg Whisperer Podcast: Egg Whisperer Show Dr. Aimee's supplement list: draimee.org/supplements Dr. Aimee on Instagram: @eggwhisperer   Thank you for listening and for being part of this supportive community! Would you like to learn about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, October 20, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.   Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org. Other ways to connect with Dr. Aimee and The Egg Whisperer Show: Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips!Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates

When does medicine cross the line from healing to harm?In this episode of Brave New Us, bioethicist and nurse researcher Kallie Fell, Executive Director of the Center for Bioethics and Culture (CBC), joins Samantha Stephenson to expose critical ethical questions around reproductive technologies, gender medicine, and medical consent.We dig into:The hidden risks and ethical concerns of IVF, egg donation, and commercial surrogacyHow “informed consent” often fails in fertility treatments and gender-affirming careThe rapid rise of pediatric gender clinics and controversies surrounding transgender medical interventions for minorsWhat the CBC is uncovering about the commodification of human bodies in reproductive and gender medicineHow profit motives influence both the fertility industry and gender-affirming healthcareWhy women and vulnerable populations often bear the brunt of unregulated medical innovationThis episode offers a clear-eyed look at the intersection of bioethics, reproductive technology, gender medicine, and medical ethics, asking what it truly means to protect human dignity in an age of rapid biomedical change.Mentioned in the EpisodeCenter for Bioethics and CultureCBC DocumentariesPaul Ramsey InstituteThe Detransition Diaries bookKallie on XLeave a Review + Share the ShowRate and review Brave New Us on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyShare this episode with a friend, patient group, or doctorKeep the conversation going at bravenewus.substack.comGrab a copy of Samantha's book Reclaiming Motherhood—a theology of the body for motherhood in the age of reproductive technologies.

We address the horrific targeting of a Mormon community and the sin of surrogacy creating motherless children for polycules after Quebec allows a gay throuple to adopt a little girl. Paying tribute to Voddie Baucham's gospel-centered legacy, we call Christians to resist cultural chaos with biblical clarity. Tune in to defend the vulnerable, reject worldly deception, and anchor hope in God's sovereign redemption. Founders Ministries has set up a GiveSendGo account to support Voddie Baucham's family. If you'd like to give, you can visit www.givesendgo.com/bauchamfamily. Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to ⁠⁠⁠http://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠ for tickets now! Sponsored by: ⁠Carly Jean Los Angeles⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carlyjeanlosangeles.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Good Ranchers⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodranchers.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠EveryLife⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.everylife.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com/⁠ --- Timecodes: (0:00) Introduction (6:25) Charlie Kirk's Early Christianity (15:45) Mormon Church Shooting (19:30) Creating Motherless and Fatherless Children (40:45) Surrogacy vs. Adoption (43:30) Statistics of a Stable Home (50:00) Remembering Voddie Baucham --- Today's Sponsors: Good Ranchers — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodranchers.com⁠⁠ and subscribe to any of their boxes (but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box) to get free Waygu burgers, hot dogs, bacon, or chicken wings in every box for life. Plus, you'll get $40 off when you use code ALLIE at checkout. CrowdHealth — get your first 3 months for just $99/month. Use promo code 'ALLIE' when you sign up at JoinCrowdHealth.com. Jase Medical — Go to ⁠⁠Jase.com⁠⁠ and enter code “ALLIE” at checkout for a discount on your order. EveryLife — The only premium baby brand that is unapologetically pro-life. EveryLife offers high-performing, supremely soft diapers and wipes that protect and celebrate every precious life. Head to EveryLife.com and use promo code ALLIE10 to get 10% of your first order today! Constitution Wealth Management — Let's discover what faithful stewardship looks like in your life. Visit ⁠Constitutionwealth.com/Allie⁠ for a free consultation. --- Episodes you might like: Ep 696 | Kids Are Not Public School Missionaries | Guest: Dr. Voddie Baucham https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-696-kids-are-not-public-school-missionaries-guest/id1359249098?i=1000583724154 Ep 770 | Debunking the 'Kids Do Better with Gay Parents' Study https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-770-debunking-the-kids-do-better-with-gay-parents-study/id1359249098?i=1000604182379 Ep 1206 | The Harsh Reality of Being an IVF Baby | Jennifer Lahl https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1206-the-harsh-reality-of-being-an-ivf-baby-jennifer-lahl/id1359249098?i=1000713487730 Ep 1238 | Homeschooling: LGBTQ Activists' Latest Conquest | Robert Bortins https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000725173903 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://alliebethstuckey.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Ali talks to Broadway star and motivational speaker Sarrah Strimel Bentley, whose story is as powerful as it is vulnerable. After dazzling audiences in seven Broadway shows, Sarrah's life took a shocking turn when she was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. The treatment plan didn't just mean chemotherapy and a double mastectomy—it also came with the devastating news that her fertility would be at risk.Sarrah opens up about the whirlwind that followed: racing to freeze embryos before starting chemo, navigating “funky sperm morphology” with her husband, experiencing the raw, messy emotions of IVF in the face of a cancer diagnosis, and what happened when they pivoted to a surrogacy journey. She shares the moments that broke her—like crying so loudly her neighbors called security—and the humor and grace that carried her through (“Prayer and Pinot Grigio”).Follow Sarrah on IG: @sarrahstrimelbentleyEPISODE SPONSORS: BEAUTIFUL BIRD AND WORK OF ARTAli's Children's Book Series about IVF, IUI and Family Building Through Assisted Reproductive Technology https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksThe latest book in the Work of ART series, “Beautiful Bird” tells the story of three parents, one incredible boy and a family built with love—and a little bit of science.Pre-orders are available now! The first 150 copies will be Personalized, Signed and Numbered! Don't miss out on this limited edition! Tap the link in bio and stories to order your copy today.When Helen decides to have a baby on her own, she welcomes Jack Bird into the world through IUI with the help of her friend, Aaron. But when Jack is born and needs extra care in the NICU, Aaron and his partner, Blake, fall in love with Jack, too. Together, the three join forces to raise Jack, proving that family isn't about how you start—it's about how you grow.Order yours now at https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksFor bulk orders of 10 or more books at 20% off, go to https://www.infertileafgroup.com/bulk-order-requestFERTILITY RALLYIG: @fertilityrallywww.fertilityrally.comNo one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 5 to 6 support groups per week, three private Facebook groups, tons of curated IRL and virtual events, and an entire community of more than 500 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey.Join today at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at www.fertilityrally.com/membershipPHERDALIG: pherdal_sciencePherDal is the world's first and only FDA-cleared, sterile, at-home insemination kit designed to help people build their families in the comfort of home. Created by parents who've been there, PherDal is safe, simple, and affordable—putting more options in your hands as you grow your family. Explore at PherDal.com.EXTEND FERTILITY IG: @extendfertilitywww.extendfertility.comFertility shouldn't be dictated by a timeline. Extend Fertility offers cutting-edge egg and embryo freezing, infertility care, and IVF—all designed to put you in control. Their approach? Research driven, transparent, and personalized. With a world-class lab, exceptional verified success rates backed by nearly a decade of egg freezing results, and pricing lower than the national average, Extend Fertility is making reproductive care more accessible and effective than ever. Whether you're preserving fertility for the future or actively trying to conceive, they're here with expert support every step of the way. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af-infertility-and-modern-family-building-through-art/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af-infertility-and-modern-family-building-through-art/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Trusting God in our darkest seasons of life and believing He is working all things for good can be a struggle for many of us. However, today's storyteller, Alissa Parrish, from our Montgomery, Alabama community, reminds us that it's during the difficult, the hard, and the waiting that God longs for you to seek His presence, ask for His guidance, and surrender to His will.   While this is a story of loss and grief, it's also one of hope and redemption as Alissa reminds us that God's promises and plans are always bigger than our problems and pain.  ____________________________________________________   VERSE OF THE WEEK: Psalm 130:5: “I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in His Word I put my hope.”   CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Are you in a season of waiting, longing for God to answer your prayers more quickly or help you out of a dark season? How can you turn your waiting into worship?    Listen to a similar story:  Kitty Hurdle- Ep. 274: “Will You Trust Me?” Learn more about our Sustain the Stories Campaign and how to become a Story Champion by a recurring donation or simply give once in honor of Alissa and our past storytellers!!   Become a Patreon Insider to access bonus content~ including highlights of our past bonus stories with Katie & Libby!   Register for our Finding God in the Details: A Guide to Discerning His Voice and Discovering Your Story workshop being offered online on October 29th, 9:30-12:30 CST   Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE!  (click the link and hold down on the photo to save to your phone)   Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series   Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website.   Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for updates and details on our live gatherings AND our Sustain the Stories Campaign!  

One week after the death of Charlie Kirk, Erin and Alyssa discuss how the media, elected officials, and FBI Director Kash Patel have (mis)handled the ongoing investigation. They also catch up on the latest Epstein files news, Proposition 50 in California, and New Mexico's unprecedented new childcare initiative. Then they discuss the thorny taboos and ethics surrounding commercial surrogacy. The episode wraps up in the sanity corner with a chat about The Summer I Turned Pretty finale and some gossip about Elizabeth Gilbert's controversial new memoir.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.Groypers, Helldivers 2, Furries: What Do the Messages Left by Charlie Kirk's Alleged Killer Actually Mean? (Vanity Fair 9/12)Exclusive: Leaked Messages from Charlie Kirk Assassin (Ken Klippenstein 9/16)3 takeaways from Kash Patel's tense oversight hearing (PBS 9/16)FBI Director Kash Patel's social media messaging draws critics during Kirk investigation (CBS 9/15)Here's how Newsom's maps are already changing California's congressional races (Cal Matters 9/16)Belgian Authorities Say $10 Million Supply of Birth Control Has Not Yet Been Destroyed (NY Times 9/12)Senate GOP defeats Schumer's Epstein gambit (Politico 9/10)New Mexico is the first state to promise free child care for all families (AP News 9/11)The Baby Died. Whose Fault Is It? (Wired 9/3)Commercial Surrogacy: An Overview (PMC 12/29/22) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

WELCOME TO GOOD NOTICINGS! Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton are diving into celebrity gossip and hot topics every Wednesday. This week, Selena Gomez's mom outgirlbossed the best of ‘em, we review Sabrina Carpenter's new album, and Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner cover Vogue! 7 min - Zoe Kravitz and Harry Styles are hanging out 13 min - What happened to Wondermind? (Selena Gomez and her mom's startup??) 32 min - Wired's Surrogacy story 59 min - Sabrina Carpenter's album 1 hour 5 min - Kendall and Gigi on the cover of Vogue ___________________________________ Keep up with all the latest: https://www.goodnoticings.com/ Read our many musings on Substack: https://cmbc.substack.com/?utm_source=global-search Join the Patreon for new, exclusive episodes every Friday! https://www.patreon.com/c/goodnoticings Follow us on: TikTok- @goodnoticingspod Instagram- @goodnoticingspod Theme song by: Bri Connelly  ___________________________________ Selena Gomez Article: https://www.thecut.com/article/selena-gomez-wondermind-mental-health-start-up-mandy-teefey.html Wired Article: https://www.wired.com/story/the-baby-died-whose-fault-is-it-surrogate-pregnancy/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices