The Georgian Surrogacy Podcast

Following our special series with Brendan and Rach on their surrogacy journey in Tbilisi, Georgia and we have a lot of updates since our last episode! The pregnancy confirmation, heartbeat scan, NIPT test, meeting their surrogate for the first time and now awaiting the 12 week point. Support the show Get in touch with Liz Tripodi via social media (Instagram or Facebook) or email liz@chachava.ge

What kind of parents do you want to be? Liz puts her counsellor hat on for this episode to discuss the questions you should be asking yourselves as a couple during the surrogacy journey, prior to birth and after the birth.  It's hard enough going through a surrogacy journey and we often forgot about "ourselves" and our partners. Having these type of conversations should be compulsor...

Liz is back again in Tbilisi, Georgia and in this episode she talks about some of the changes and updates including: Traffic, Food, Transport, Accommodation (Airbnb verses hotels),  Laundry Services,  School programs in Tbilisi and activities for kids to do,  Baby and family Photos,  and a lot more! Support the show Get in touch with Liz Tripodi via social media (Instagram or Facebook) or email li...

A special week for Liz as she has released two books especially written for children about surrogacy.  Every family has a unique story, and every child deserves to understand their own with love, honesty, and confidence. This heartwarming children's book series gently introduces the concept of surrogacy in an age-appropriate, reassuring way. Through simple language, engaging illustrations, an...

In this episode Liz shares some thoughts of things she's seen happening in The Georgian Surrogacy scene lately and how special it is to be part of the Georgian Surrogacy Club! Honesty as always as Liz does best! Tune in! Support the show Get in touch with Liz Tripodi via social media (Instagram or Facebook) or email liz@chachava.ge

Our Special Series continues....We have some updates! Follow along with our series in real time with Brendan and Rachael: A couple from Melbourne, Australia who commenced their surrogacy journey at Chachava Clinic in Tbilisi, Georgia. Brendan and Rach find out during the podcast some results and some news to share with you all! We are following this amazing couple, who after 14 years have embarked...

The Special Series continues....We have embryos! Meet Brendan and Rachael: A couple from Melbourne, Australia who have  commenced their surrogacy journey at Chachava Clinic in Tbilisi, Georgia.  Brendan and Rach find out during the podcast the results of their recent donor retrieval and we discuss the start of the surrogate matching process. We are following this amazing couple, who after 14 years...

SPECIAL SERIES: FOLLOW THEIR JOURNEY STEP BY STEP. Meet Brendan and Rachael: A couple from Melbourne, Australia who have recently commenced their surrogacy journey at Chachava Clinic in Tbilisi, Georgia. They have just returned from Tbilisi where they spent a week doing lots of tours, sightseeing, embracing the culture, cooking class, Georgian dancing, seeing the Georgian countryside and so much m...

In this episode Liz talks to Scott and Michelle who became parents in their early 50's who have just recently returned home with their twins and toddler; all born via surrogacy in Georgia. They were not initially planning on a sibling journey but decided in 2025 to try again. Of course it was a massive surprise to find out they were having twins! What were the differences in the two journeys?...

Originally from New York, Mila and her husband; already parents of a toddler at the time embarked on their surrogacy journey in Tbilisi after many failed rounds of IVF as well as breast cancer. Mila talks openly about the process they undertook about choosing their donor and surrogate as well as currently now being in Tbilisi now waiting for the birth certificate while they have their daughter enr...

In this episode Liz chats about her new Accreditation as a Grief Counsellor specialising in Fertility and Surrogacy. For so many of us that have gone through fertility treatments, gone through IVF, and then go onto surrogacy; we go through so many layers of grief. Grief that our bodies are not being able to what we’ve been told they should do  Grief of multiple loss or any loss  Grief of all the “...

In this episode Liz chats with Caroline about her journey in Georgia. Originally from the UK and now settled in Australia, Caroline and her husband had explored and gone through a previous surrogacy journey and then many avenues and other countries before finally embarking on their second surrogacy journey in Tbilisi. With quite an uncommon situation to become parents; as a doctor Caroline wanted...

It's a LONG episode! Meet Lauren and listen to her incredible story of hope, strength and the power that anything is possible. A 27 year journey to become a parent led Lauren and her partner to surrogacy in Georgia. From getting embryos out of Australia to some tough decisions; including their baby girl born at 29 weeks.  It is an amazing story to share with our community around the world. Su...

In the first episode for 2026 Liz talks about what's been happening in her life and the upcoming Chachava free seminars in Australia. Other topics include Accommodation areas in Tbilisi Shipping Embryos Surrogacy reform General thoughts  Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

In this episode Liz chats to Irina, a new Mum who is currently in Tbilisi with their one month old son Daniel. Irina discusses with Liz the following: Timeline from start to finish Surrogate care and relationship Discussion about the ABC news article and story that featured her surrogate and son Thoughts on the clinic, the processes and the exit process for Canadians (they live in Dubai) The birth...

All about Maluna! What is Maluna?  Maluna is a state of the hotel private facility with all details and needs for newborns and parents to make them feel comfortable, safe and respected during their stay. While thinking about the concept of the hotel; the inspiration was for the couple who have travelled to a foreign country and want to enjoy the most precious time of their lives in beautiful surro...

Get ready for one of our most passionate episodes yet. Liz responds to the ABC News story and report about ethical concerns about surrogacy in Georgia. While reading the story, Liz discusses all the points raised, offers her point of view and corrects misinformation on many aspects that were written and reported by the journalist and other people involved in the story. Liz is a huge supporter of s...

The long awaited episode chatting to Clinical Director of Chachava Clinic and Reproductive Health Centre, Dr Keti Gotsiridze.  Join Liz in Tbilisi, Georgia as she chats to Dr Keti about IVF, Donor, Surrogacy in Georgia and lots more!  Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

Speaking from the heart, Elene joins Liz in Tbilisi and discusses her role and experiences as an international patient coordinator.  Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

A new season which will bring so much joy to so many! Lots of new babies being born, new pregnancies and new hopes and dreams!  So what happens when a new baby is born in Georgia? What does it look like? How does it feel? Join Liz as she talks about the very first "baby" of her special patients who are now a FAMILY! Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava....

Many of you will remember Jane from Season 2, Episode 3 where she talked about being stuck in Georgia after the birth of her child. 9 months later and Jane is still in Georgia preparing to go to court. Catch up on her journey in this follow up episode. Now heard in 68 countries!  Host: Liz Tripodi   Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

Chachava Clinic have visited Australia for the very first time! Joining Liz is Tatiana Panteleeva, an expert International Patient Coordinator who has been supporting couples from around the world for the past 10 years.  Now heard in 57 countries! Host: Liz Tripodi Want to know more? Get in touch with us directly Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

Part 2 of questions from listeners in our community. Now heard in 57 countries! Answering questions from our listeners, Liz talks about different topics and shares a bit more of her own personal challenges. Host: Liz Tripodi Want to know more? Get in touch with us directly Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

Liz answers questions from listeners in our community Part 1.  Now heard in 57 countries! Answering questions from some of our listeners, Liz delves into a variety of topics. Host: Liz Tripodi Want to know more? Get in touch with us directly Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

Special episode: Liz and Anita in Tbilisi, A new baby, Stuff for Toddlers and a surprise announcement. The girls are back together in Tbilisi, Georgia. Anita's new baby girl has been born, getting around Tbilisi with a toddler and finding things to do, and a special announcement the girls found out while recording this podcast. Host: Liz Tripodi Host: Anita Fiorenza   Support the show Get in...