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#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate  Grace’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/graces_surro_journey?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Terra’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.earthleigh.one?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== We’re back with another Friday Facts!!! This week we talk about C-Sections! And between the 4 of us women there have been 10 C-Sections. So if you have never experienced one or are curious to learn mo...

#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Shelbie’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/oliviaandlilliansmama?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talked with Shelbie who is on her 2nd surrogacy journey.  She shares how her first journey was everything she had hoped for and her sweet relationship with her IF. Also, how not every journey is the same as her 2nd journey is taking a bit longer than expected. Tune in to...

Grace’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/graces_surro_journey?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talked with Grace who is a 2 time surrogate. Grace’s first journey was so beautiful that she is now on her second journey with the same couple for a sibling journey. 💕 But unfortunately is hasn’t been as smooth and simple as the first one. Grace and her IPs sadly experienced a second trimester loss....

#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate  Ariel’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/carried.with.love?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talked with Ariel a Canadian surrogate who has been on 5 surrogacy journeys. We talk about what it’s like being a surrogate in Canada and she helps clear up some misconceptions on Canadian surrogacy. Ariel also touches on her last and final surrogacy journey, but that’s not...

#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate  Alycia’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/notthebabymamaa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Rachel’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/blackgirlsoven?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talk about all the IVF meds! What types there are and how they can make you feel. Nowadays there are so many ways to prep for a transfer, it becomes confusing and sometimes overwhelming. We even...

#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate  Casandra’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/cas_aleman?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Samantha’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/justasurromama?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talk about the screening process for surrogates. From agency screening to psychological screening and the biggest one of them all, Medical Screening. Tune in to get an idea what this process is l...

#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate  Grace’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/graces_surro_journey?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== International Surrogacy Center’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/isc_surrogacy?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Shelbie’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/oliviaandlilliansmama?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talk about the requirements and qualifications to become a surrogate. If you’r...

#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate  Surrogacy. Is Instagram: https://instagram.com/surrogacy.is?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talked with Sunshine and Casey from Surrogacy. Is! Sunshine explained how and why she created Surrogacy. Is and the purpose of this Advocacy Group. The love and passion these ladies have for surrogacy shines through in this entire conversation and we for one can’t wait to...

#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate  Whitney’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/whitneycask?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== International Surrogacy Center’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/isc_surrogacy?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talk about all the absurd things that surrogates have been asked, things that have been said to surrogates, and other absurd things that have been said and asked regarding su...

#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate  NWSC Instagram: https://instagram.com/nw_surrogacy_center?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== This week we talked with Veronica from North West Surrogacy Center. She talks about both her journeys at NWSC and how surrogacy journeys at NWSC work. She was even filmed in her first journey for a French documentary. (Link provided below) Tune in to hear her amazing stories and how to g...

This week we talked with surrogates who went the independent route to get a better understanding of what it all entails. And while they are both independent they have very different stories. Tune in to hear how to get an independent journey started and what you can expect to encounter during one. Send us Fan Mail https://stopsitsurrogate.com

This week we spoke with Lisa Stark Hughes from the education committee of SEEDS Ethics. She explains how and why this nonprofit organization was born and how it has developed over the years. We also touch on what it means to be a member and what it entails to be a volunteer, as SEEDS Ethics is made up of volunteers! Lisa informs us what people can expect to hear at the upcoming conference in Novem...

#surrogacy  #ivf  #surrogate Amanda’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/amandas.progression?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Sandra’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/_sandraviramontes_?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Let’s talk about Matching! What questions to ask during and even before you are match. What you can expect to happen in a match meeting. And some advice and tips from fellow surrogates who have been t...

This week we spoke with Lauren about her first journey. While this wasn’t her dream journey, she was still able to complete it knowing she put her heart and soul into it and in the end was able to help a family grow. And let me just say, the amount of effort, love, and patience she showed truly portrays the wonderful heart that she has. ♥️  Send us Fan Mail https://stopsitsurrogate.com

Today we are shining a light on the positive things Chrissy Teigen has said about surrogacy. From her showing her appreciation and gratitude for her surrogate to her acknowledging how much surrogates are willing to put their bodies through in order to help a family grow. Congratulations to Chrissy, John, and their family and surrogate! 💕   And thank you for shining a light of positivity on this c...

This week we heard one of the best outcomes you can have in surrogacy. The mutual love  and respect shines in this journey! And where this journey has lead both parties, is just phenomenal. This is a feel good story and this is what surrogacy is all about! Love, family and respect! 💕 Tune in to get a dose of happiness 😊  Instagram: Stop. Sit. Surrogate TikTok: Stop. Sit. Surrogate Send us Fan Ma...

This week we talk some more about red flags. Your red flags actually! Together as a community we can help one another, protect one another, and warn one another. Together we can change the conversation of surrogacy. If you have more red flags please drop a comment below so we can help and look out for one another. 💕  Send us Fan Mail https://stopsitsurrogate.com

This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Sarah Paige from Art Risk Solutions. We dive into all things insurance! We can’t thank Sarah enough for taking the time to explain how insurance works in the surrogacy world. This conversation has truly been eye opening and incredibly informative. Tune in to hear everything you should and need to know about health insurance when being a surrogate. Sen...

CONTRACTS!! What’s in them? What should be in them!? What’s legal jargon? What too look out for?  Contracts are scary and there is not a lot of talk about them. We hope this helps start the conversation and that we can all help and learn from one another.  Remember, you always have the right to ask for changes. It’s no guarantee, but you’ll never know until you ask! What did you change in your con...

This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Joe Williams, cofounder of New York Surrogacy Center. New York Surrogacy Center was the first licensed surrogate agency in New York! We dive into the surrogacy statutes and the Gestational Surrogate Bill of Rights that New York has put in place. And after learning about all this, we truly hope more states will follow New York in allowing and protectin...

Surrogates in the United States, more often than not, are compensated. But for some bizarre reason, this is such a taboo subject to talk about. So we’ve decided to start the conversation in hopes to continue it and bring awareness and comfort in the compensation process of surrogacy.  We are providing a service. It’s within our right to be compensated for that service if we choose to be. AND IT’S...

SURROGACY IS BEAUTIFUL AND AMAZING! However, not every journey is. The title is no lie, but just because this journey was hell doesn’t mean surrogacy isn’t beautiful and amazing! I still was able to help a family grow. But the way I was treated by everyone involved in this journey was and is disgusting! We all had to sign an NDA so this is strictly based off my side of the story. (Which is my trut...

The Kardashians sparked a controversial conversation concerning “transactional surrogacy”. Which has been extremely exaggerated by many people. But whose comments struck the community most was Candice Owen. We talk with other surrogates about those remarks, and how many of us feel and portray surrogacy. Instagram: Stop. Sit. Surrogate TikTok: Stop. Sit. Surrogate Send us Fan Mail https://stopsitsu...

This week Ellen says goodbye to her surrogacy journey. She explains how the entire experience of surrogacy was for her and what it meant and the things it brought to her and her family. While it’s always bittersweet to say goodbye to something you love, the end of surrogacy was able to start a new beginning in her life. Send us Fan Mail https://stopsitsurrogate.com

This week we are revisiting my second journey! How it was mainly peaceful and how my journey with this agency started. However, I got a lot of push back about asking for a revision in the contract. But not from the IPs. Send us Fan Mail https://stopsitsurrogate.com