Surrogacy Made Simple Alyssa Small Layne

If you’re considering moving your embryos for surrogacy, then understanding the key risks is crucial.

Have you thought about how your choice of clinic and decisions to move embryos could impact your future family plans?

Shipping your embryos for surrogacy isn't just about logistics - yes, there are important moving parts, but there’s a lot that goes into this deeply personal decision. And that’s because whether or not to move your embryos, and the best way to do it, is a balancing act of cost, convenience, and risks.

In this episode, we explore this often overlooked yet critical aspect of surrogacy—transferring embryos between fertility clinics. 



In this episode, you'll hear

- 4:22: What it really costs to ship embryos

- 13:45: How to coordinate the shipping of embryos to a different clinic

- 21:30: Convenience or necessity? Why would you consider moving your embryos?

- 30:05: Real-life implications: How the location of your embryos affects your surrogate's experience 

- 38:49: How broken matches and sibling journeys get factored in



A simple fact — you can lower the risks of losing all of your embryos in a shipping disaster with some forward thinking.  

Tune in and arm yourself with knowledge that could make a major difference in your surrogacy experience.



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The state of surrogacy is evolving faster than ever. What worked before, isn’t going to work tomorrow.  It’s all influenced by new laws, rising costs, shifting societal attitudes, and advancing technologies. 

You need to know why relying solely on surrogacy agencies might be outdated for your parenthood journey.

In this episode, we’ll cover everything from how new technologies and platforms could slash your surrogacy costs to why the US may no longer be the hot spot for surrogacy. These 5 big predictions for the future of surrogacy will keep you from falling behind. 

While some of this may shock you, by the end, you should be hopeful and excited about what this all means for you.  



In this episode, you’ll hear:

4:07: Overview of rising surrogacy costs and what that means for your plans

12:15: The big shift to independent surrogacy over agencies 

19:04: How new technologies and platforms are simplifying the surrogacy process

27:28: What to know about new international surrogacy destinations

42:03: How workplace benefits supporting surrogacy will be a lifeline



Tune in, take notes, and whatever you do, don’t miss the bonus prediction. That one’s a game changer. 





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Links mentioned in the episode 

The S⁠urrogacy Blueprint Course

5 Little Known Secrets to a Quick Match  Bloombridge platform

When it comes to choosing a GREAT surrogacy agency, there’s a lot on the line. It’s not just about the agency fee—though, let’s face it, gambling $30,000 on its own is daunting. 



Choosing poorly could cost you:

* Years of your life in waiting

* Non-refundable expenses,

* The support you thought you were getting

* And yes, even your dream of parenting.



This isn’t a decision to make lightly. 

Because, what if the secret to a stress-free surrogacy lies in the questions you haven't been asking?

We’ll share a strategy to help you pick the right agency swiftly and wisely.

Imagine finding the perfect surrogacy agency in half the time—what could this mean for your journey to parenthood?

We’ll guide you there by revealing the not-so-obvious signs that an agency might be prioritizing their profits over your dreams.



06:34 5 surprising, but undeniable truths about agencies

16:54 Key factors: waitlist length, thorough pre-screening, matchmaking

27:06 The right questions to ask during your surrogacy agency consultation



Don’t face this alone. Press play, grab a comfy seat, and let’s dive into the critical insights that can safeguard your path to parenthood.



P.S. Important reminder  - choosing the right agency isn’t the first step in the process. Doing things out of order can waste your time and money. Download the FREE surrogacy step-by-step checklist here to keep yourself on track. 

Is Surrogacy Really What You Think?

If you ever heard something about surrogacy that made you pause and wonder if you should really do this, you may just be looking at a myth. 

Surrogacy isn't a soap opera saga! 

Dr. Alyssa Small Layne debunks the most sensationalized surrogacy myths on 'Surrogacy Made Simple'


Think any woman can become a surrogate? We're exposing the hard truths that will change how you view surrogacy qualifications


If you believe surrogacy is a last-ditch effort only for the infertile, then our eye-opening episode is a must-listen.



We also jump into how to build a strong bond with your child – we share heartfelt personal stories and expert tips

Dive deeper into the reality vs. fiction in Episode 8, as we tackle myths 7 through 13

Gain peace of mind and clarity on your surrogacy journey - listen now and separate fact from fiction

If you're considering surrogacy or just want to learn more, don't forget to download your starter kit to do surrogacy the right way from the beginning.

Are you falling for these common surrogacy myths? 

Not knowing the truth could actually be hurting your goals. These surrogacy misconceptions could be holding you back. 

- Can a surrogate keep the baby? Find out why this couldn't be further from the truth

- Instead of fearing legal battles, see how airtight contracts give peace of mind.

- Are you worried about bonding with your baby born through surrogacy? There's a myth we need to bust right now.

If we don’t separate fact from fiction and bust some myths you may carry stress and baggage that will ruin your experience. 

Dive into this episode of "Surrogacy Made Simple" where we play myth-buster, debunking those surrogacy tall tales one by one.

If you're considering surrogacy or just want to learn more, don't forget to download your starter kit to do surrogacy the right way from the beginning. 

One thing I wish I knew when I started surrogacy is that it’s WAY more complex than it seems. 

From just a science-y level, it’s super simple - “Surrogacy’s kinda like IVF, but the embryo go in someone else and they delivery your baby”. 

But my friend, there’s so much more to it than that. 

From searching for the right person to carry your baby, to sifting through 50 pages of legal contracts, coordinating with fertility specialists and psychologists, and budgeting to afford all of it, there’s a lot involved. 

Did you know that it doesn’t have to overwhelm you though? Once you see how to break it down into 3 manageable phases, and follow the steps, it will be a simple roadmap to follow.

Download your step-by-step surrogacy guide so you never feel lost.