The Georgian Surrogacy Podcast

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...

Rachel's story. Her Georgian journey and how she's now helping others. Rachel and her husband are older parents that did a journey through NLG after many years of twists and turns. Their son was born in 2023 in Tbilisi and she's now helping other IP's and parents through holistic coaching. Host: Liz Tripodi Guest: Rachel   Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media...

Jane's story. What happens when the journey doesn't go as expected? Jane’s son was born in Georgia in 2024 and is currently stuck in the system and in Tbilisi following mistakes by her agency. Host: Liz Tripodi   Guest: Jane  Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

Anita's sibling journey and the changes since her first journey Anita talks about doing her second journey in Tbilisi and how things have changed since the first time. Host: Liz Tripodi Host: Anita Fiorenza   Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

The role of the International Patient Coordinator: Featuring Gvantsa from Chachava. Gvantsa chats about her experiences as a coordinator and common questions about the process. Host: Liz Tripodi Guest: Gvantsa   Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

Liz's story. Learn more about Liz's journey to becoming a Mum of twins After a fertility journey spanning almost 13 years, hear from Liz as she discusses the surprise of having twins through surrogacy at Chachava. Host: Liz Tripodi Host: Anita Fiorenza Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

During this episode we discuss apps, shopping, taxis, sim cards, dining, beauty, dentists, doctors and other things during our stays in Tbilisi, Georgia. Host: Liz Tripodi Host: Anita Fiorenza Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge

Anita's birth story: Anita talks about her long journey to surrogacy and her birth story at Chachava. Host: Liz Tripodi Host: Anita Fiorenza Support the show Get in touch with Liz via social media or liz@chachava.ge