A podcast about the people, experiences, and decisions that shape the surrogacy journey. Whether you're a surrogate, an intended parent, or just exploring the process, we’re here to share real conversations and insights.
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A mother and daughter podcast educating others on surrogacy from a surrogates point of view. And the point of view from the intended parents, children born from surrogacy, the agency, legal professionals and IVF doctors for the science behind it all. Together we have brought 8 beautiful children into this world and it’s been an insane rollercoaster ride! Good and bad, the sweet and the sour, all coming to light about the truths behind the best and worst surrogacy journeys. Stop. Sit. Surroga ...
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Join experienced gestational surrogate, surrogacy industry veteran and award-winning former surrogacy agency owner Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and CEO of SurrogacyMentor.com, as she aims to normalize surrogacy. Joined by her co-host, 3 time gestational surrogate Marielle Schuberth, they aim to spread awareness by educating and sharing personal stories about gestational surrogacy from experienced surrogates, medical and legal professionals, parents via surrogacy and others whose lives have b ...
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If you’re uncomfortable with TMI and talking about the birds and the bees…this is NOT the podcast for you. Sister duo, Jennifer White and Ellen Trachman explore topics from sperm and eggs to babies and everything in between. You’ll learn about artificial insemination, gestational surrogacy, egg retrieval, egg donation, and more. I Want To Put A Baby In You will have you laughing and crying with informative and touching stories on surrogacy and assisted reproductive technology. Tune In!
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The journey to parenthood is different for everyone. This podcast shares the stories of all those involved in modern day family building. Together, we make parenthood possible at Circle Surrogacy. A surrogacy podcast for everyone!
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Welcome to The Surrogacy Scoop: Your Guide to Surrogacy and Egg Donation, a podcast brought to you by Patriot Conceptions, a veteran-founded surrogacy agency committed to helping military families and intended parents have children through compassionate surrogacy support, where we demystify the world of surrogacy from the clinical, family and surrogate perspective.
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Preconceived: Five Stories of IVF and Surrogacy is a collection of conversations with women who had very different experiences going through in vitro fertilization for that one outcome: a baby. Laura went through an IVF journey because of her PCOS diagnosis and a series of miscarriages. Kate went through IVF for a reason not commonly talked about. You'll also hear three surrogacy stories: Heidi was a gestational carrier* twice, working through an agency. Her story demonstrates the unpredicta ...
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YUTORAH: R' Shay Schachter -- Recent Shiurim
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Welcome to "Real Fertility Talk," the podcast where we dive deep into the heartfelt and often complex journey to parenthood. Whether you’re facing infertility, exploring surrogacy, considering egg donation, or simply seeking guidance on your reproductive health, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Join us as we share real stories from people just like you—stories of struggle, hope, and resilience. We’ll feature expert interviews with doctors, counselors, and fertility specialist ...
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In 2017, Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh started her weekly Egg Whisperer Show as a way of promoting fertility awareness. Her goal is to give people answers to questions and topics that aren't easily found elsewhere on the internet. Delivered with a healthy dose of Dr. Aimee's signature wit and sweet kindness, she manages to simplify the complex. Information is easy and accessible to all with Dr. Aimee's help.
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Fertility in Halacha Part 3 - Gestational Surrogacy - Who Is The Halachic Mother?
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35:49Fertility in Halacha Part 3 - Gestational Surrogacy - Who Is The Halachic Mother? - Nov 4, 2025 -By Schachter, Rabbi Shay
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Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for Fertility hosted by Dr. Lorne Brown of The Conscious Fertility Podcast
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30:51I'm thrilled to have joined Dr. Lorne Brown on the Conscious Fertility Podcast to dive deep into the world of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and its potential for women on their fertility journey. As the Egg Whisperer, I shared my passion for patient-centered reproductive care, my TUSHY method for fertility diagnostics, and the importance of le…
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Having a Growth Oriented Mindset Throughout Every Stage of Life - Shaalvim for Women
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38:56Having a Growth Oriented Mindset Throughout Every Stage of Life - Shaalvim for Women - Nov 13, 2025 -By Schachter, Rabbi Shay
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ImputePGTA and PGT-P Explained: The Latest in Polygenic Embryo Testing with guest Jonathan Anomaly of Herasight
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37:44Read the full episode notes: https://www.draimee.org/imputepgta-and-pgt-p-explained-the-latest-in-polygenic-embryo-testing-with-guest-jonathan-anomaly-of-herasight Today I'm thrilled to dive into the world of polygenic embryo testing (PGTP) and ImputePGTA with my guest, Jonathan Anomaly, Director of Communications at Herasight. And, I'm beyond deli…
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Episode 223: Danielle Winston – Seed Scout
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52:24Danielle Winston is the co-founder of Seed Scout, a donor matchmaking agency reimagining how families connect with known sperm donors. A former lawyer who left the legal field after seeing firsthand the ethical challenges in the sperm bank industry, Danielle and her wife built Seed Scout to offer a more transparent, personal, and human-centered app…
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Treating Endometriosis Related Infertility with guest Dr. Geoffrey Sher
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31:42It's a delight to have Dr. Geoffrey Sher back. He's been on the show several times, and our discussion on "How to Avoid Implantation Failure During IVF" is one of the most viewed on the channel! Today we're talking about treating Endometriosis - related infertility. Here are some facts about Endometriosis as shared by Dr. Sher: - Endometriosis is a…
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Surrogacy Unfiltered: Alysia Lyons Shares the Highs, Lows, and Life-Changing Lessons
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29:24In 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 …
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Your Guide to Picking an Egg Donor, Sperm Donor, and Gestational Carrier, The Egg Whisperer Way
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19:10Dr. Aimee shares how she personalize the process of finding an egg donor, sperm donor, or gestational carrier, so that everyone involves feels like they are well informed and empowered with the right information. Do you have questions about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, November 17, 2025 …
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Grace’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graces_surro_journey?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Kiely’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatsurrogatelife?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== What happens when the transfers are done, the last delivery is behind you, and the identity you wore with pride suddenly shifts? We sit down with a se…
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Fertility in Halacha Part 4 - How Much Money Should a Couple Spend For Fertility Treatments?
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31:55Fertility in Halacha Part 4 - How Much Money Should a Couple Spend For Fertility Treatments? - Nov 6, 2025 -By Schachter, Rabbi Shay
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Fertility, Resilience, and Functional Medicine: Dr. Roxanne Pero on Thriving Beyond Infertility
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29:55Dr. Pero is an OB/GYN from Louisiana with an incredible combination of expertise in western medicine, integrative lifestyle, and functional medicine. In this episode, we dive into the critical topic of holistic healthcare for women's reproductive health. Dr. Pero shares her own deeply personal fertility journey, including her experiences with endom…
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Understanding the Shabbos Morning Davening - Part 1
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28:35Understanding the Shabbos Morning Davening - Part 1 - Nov 6, 2025 -By Schachter, Rabbi Shay
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Boosting Egg Quality: What We Know About NAD+ and Fertility with guest Dr. Mark Ratner of Theralogix
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31:40Read the full show notes here: https://www.draimee.org/boosting-egg-quality-what-we-know-about-nad-and-fertility-with-dr-mark-ratner I'm honored to be joined by Dr. Mark Ratner, Chief Science Officer at Theralogix. We're diving deep into the science of NAD+ - what it is, why it matters for fertility, and how it might help improve egg quality and ou…
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Episode 222: Sarah Jefford – Why Surrogates Deserve Compensation
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55:24Sarah Jefford OAM is a family creation lawyer in Melbourne, practicing across Australia. Sarah was a parent via IVF, and later become an egg donor, and delivered a baby as a surrogate for two dads in 2018. Sarah practices surrogacy and donor conception law, advising surrogates and intended parents about domestic and international surrogacy. In 2025…
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The Invisible Shepard: Trusting Hashem in Uncertain Times
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Elections Involving Our Efforts and His Providence: Balancing Hishtadlus & Bitachon
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How a Surrogacy Agency Redefined Family-Building
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1:00:03Wade Morris, Director of Community Resources at American Surrogacy, reveals how to choose the right surrogacy agency, avoid scams and save time in this must-hear deep dive episode of "Let's Talk Surrogacy". Are you considering surrogacy and don’t know where to start? In this episode of "Let’s Talk Surrogacy", host Lindsay sits down with Wade to bre…
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New PGT-A test Shows that Nearly All Blastocysts and Fetal Tissue are Mosaic with Meaghan Doyle
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15:28Did you know that nearly all embryos show some level of mosaicism, even in successful pregnancies? In this conversation with Meaghan Doyle, a Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor specializing in fertility genetics and the founder of DNAide Genetic Counseling, we're discussing the latest findings on PGT-A testing and what it means for embryo selecti…
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Causes and Prevention of Poor Embryo Quality in IVF with Dr. Geoffrey Sher
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40:28In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm welcoming back renowned fertility specialist Dr. Geoffrey Sher to talk all about the causes and prevention of poor embryo quality in IVF. With over 36 years of experience and more than 17,000 IVF babies born through his work, Dr. Sher offers valuable insights into the factors that influence embryo qual…
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From Perinatal Anxiety To Empowered Surrogacy Support
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55:56Ever 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 mome…
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Fertility in Halacha Part 2 - Does a Couple Fulfill The Mitzvah of Pru Urevu Through IVF Treatments?
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The Miles we Run: Insights on Surrogacy and Marathon Running with guest Alison Beder Solway
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27:24I'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…
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Service, Sacrifice, And Building Families Beyond Blood
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1:01:16What happens when military life meets surrogacy? We welcome back Whitney, a two-time gestational surrogate and Coast Guard spouse, for a candid, practical, and heart-forward conversation about building families while navigating orders, insurance, and constant change. Whitney opens up about the moment a medical retirement notice landed the night bef…
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The Essence of a Jew: A Moral Spine And An Open Heart
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51:40The Essence of a Jew: A Moral Spine And An Open Heart - Oct 30, 2025 -By Schachter, Rabbi Shay
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Your Egg Thawing Party: What Happens When it's Time for the Big Unfreeze?
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10:56Egg freezing is IVF without the F. You go through a standard cycle of In Vitro Fertilization in which you take hormone shots that stimulate the growth of eggs. A doctor like me then extracts your eggs through a simple surgical procedure, and I work with an embryologist to preserve your eggs in liquid nitrogen until you're ready to use them. So the …
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Understanding the Friday Night Davening - Part 2
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Status of Garlic or Onions That Remained Uncovered Overnight
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15:31Status of Garlic or Onions That Remained Uncovered Overnight - Oct 29, 2025 -By Schachter, Rabbi Shay
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Intrauterine Surgery and Other Life Saving Interventions with Dr. Emery and Dr. Sanfilippo
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36:11Get the full show notes: https://www.draimee.org/intrauterine-surgery-and-other-life-saving-interventions-with-dr-emery-and-dr-sanfilippo In this episode, I'm joined by two incredible guests: Dr. Steven Emery, a maternal fetal medicine specialist and director of the Center for Innovative Fetal Intervention at the University of Pittsburgh, and Dr. J…
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Fertility in Halacha Part 1 - The Mitzvah of Pru Urevu and the Blessing of Modern Day Fertility Interventions
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Egg Freezing parties are safe and surgery-free gatherings of women (and sometimes men) to learn more about the process of freezing your eggs (or sperm). Beyond that, we talk in general about fertility and how every woman (and man) can take a proactive role in preserving their fertility options. There is humor. There is honest talk. Most importantly…
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Top 5 IVF Setbacks and How to Reframe Them to Stay Hopeful
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7:52In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm diving into one of the most important parts of the IVF journey: how to cope with setbacks. IVF can be frustrating, emotional, and downright hard. But it can also be empowering, educational, and full of possibility. I'm walking you through the five most common IVF challenges, and offering tools to help …
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How A Surrogate’s Instincts Saved Twins And Shaped A Calling
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1:28:34A calm first journey, a terrifying second, and a life-changing pivot into nursing—Lauren’s story reveals what surrogacy really asks of the body, the mind, and the heart. We welcome Lauren back to share how she chose agencies, navigated a Canada-to-U.S. match during COVID, and moved through a natural-cycle transfer that led to a smooth full-term bir…
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It's Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health (But Were Never Told) with Dr. Karen Tang
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28:12In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Dr. Karen Tang, a renowned gynecologist and advocate for women's health. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Tang specializes in endometriosis, fibroids, chronic pelvic pain, menopause, and gender-affirming care. She is the founder of Thrive Gynecology in Philadelphia, where she provides ex…
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How Surrogacy Shapes Children’s Hearts And Minds
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52:56What 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 timin…
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Guiding Families Through Infertility: Expert Insights with Lisa Schuman
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24:34I'm so excited to share my latest episode of The Egg Whisperer Show with you! This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Lisa Schuman, a leading therapist, award-winning researcher, and author who specializes in family building, donor conception, and surrogacy. Lisa and I dive deep into the critical role mental health plays in fertility treatmen…
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Understanding the Friday Night Davening - Part 1
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Making Salad on Shabbos - Part 1 - Choosing Vegetables and Peeling Them
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46:47Making Salad on Shabbos - Part 1 - Choosing Vegetables and Peeling Them - Oct 22, 2025 -By Schachter, Rabbi Shay
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Trying to Conceive? What Parents-to-Be Need to Know About Parkinson's and Environmental Toxins with Dr. Ray Dorsey of The Parkinson's Plan
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39:34In this episode, I'm honored to welcome Dr. Ray Dorsey, a renowned neurologist, researcher, and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Parkinson's Plan. Together, we dive into the critical topic of Parkinson's Disease, now the fastest growing neurological disorder in the world, and explore how environmental toxins (rather than aging or geneti…
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