Surrogacy Mentor #NormalizeSurrogacy Podcast

Carey Flamer-Powell
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Join Surrogacy Mentor's team of experienced gestational surrogates, surrogacy industry veterans and award-winning agency owners as they normalize surrogacy and dive into the complexities of this beautiful journey. Hosted by three-time gestational surrogate Marielle Schuberth and Surrogacy Mentor owner Lisa Chiya, they aim to spread awareness by educating and sharing personal stories about gestational surrogacy from experienced carriers, medical and legal professionals, parents via surrogacy and others whose lives have been changed by surrogacy. Together, let's #NormalizeSurrogacy!

  1. Episode 88: Birthright Citizenship and Surrogacy

    08/29/2025

    Episode 88: Birthright Citizenship and Surrogacy

    Send us a text Send us a text Join Marelle Schuberth, 3x surrogate and Inake Manager for Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest Lesa Slaughter, Esq. of Slaughter Law Group.  Listen as they discuss: The complexities of birthright citizenship as it pertains to surrogacyThe current legal landscape and the implications of potential changes to citizenship lawsThe importance of consulting with specialized attorneys before engaging in surrogacy agreementsChanging the Narrative around Surrogacy Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    43 min
  2. Episode 87- Interview with a Surrogate: Navigating Challenges During Birth

    07/10/2025

    Episode 87- Interview with a Surrogate: Navigating Challenges During Birth

    Send us a text Join Marielle Schuberth, Intake Manager and Surrogate Mentor for Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest, first-time surrogate Brittany Pavin. Listen as they discuss: • · Introduction to Surrogacy and Personal Journeys • · Brittany's Surrogacy Experience and Relationship with Intended Parents • · Navigating Challenges During Pregnancy and Birth • · Reflections on the Surrogacy Journey and Advice for Future Surrogates • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    35 min
  3. Episode 86: Broadway Husbands- The Journey of Love, Marriage and Surrogacy

    06/12/2025

    Episode 86: Broadway Husbands- The Journey of Love, Marriage and Surrogacy

    Send us a text Join Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and Director of Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guests, Broadway actors and now Broadway Husbands- Bret Shuford and Stephen Hanna.  Listen as they discuss: Creating Broadway HusbandsStarting Their Surrogacy JourneyThe Surrogacy Process and Finding the Right SurrogateOvercoming Challenges in SurrogacyTheir Birth ExperienceReflections on Surrogacy & Future Plans Advice for Surrogates and Intended Parents  Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    31 min
  4. Episode 85 - Interview with a Surrogate: Failed Transfers

    05/08/2025

    Episode 85 - Interview with a Surrogate: Failed Transfers

    Send us a text Join Marielle Schuberth, Surrogate Mentor and Intake Manager of Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest, experienced surrogate, Amanda. Listen as they discuss: Amanda's 1st surrogacy experienceThe emotional toll of failed transfersSeeking new opportunities in SurrogacyThe rollercoaster of Beta resultsAdvice for Surrogates and Intended Parents Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    28 min
  5. Episode 84 - Michigan Legalizes Surrogacy After 38 Year Ban

    04/24/2025

    Episode 84 - Michigan Legalizes Surrogacy After 38 Year Ban

    Send us a text Join Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and Director of Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest, Award Winning Journalist and Author, Ginanne Brownell. Listen as they discuss: The Michigan Family Protection ActAdvocacy and Legislative Efforts in Surrogacy Empowering Surrogates and Parents in Michigan Changing the Narrative around Surrogacy Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    22 min
  6. Episode 83 - Experiences of a 4-Time Surrogate

    03/06/2025

    Episode 83 - Experiences of a 4-Time Surrogate

    Send us a text Join Marielle Schuberth, Surrogate Mentor and Intake Manager of Surrogacy Mentor, along with  surrogate, Stormy as they talk about her 4 amazing surrogate journeys.   Listen as they discuss:   Stormy's Personal Journey into Surrogacy Navigating conversations with partnersUnexpected challenges during deliveryUnderstanding the legal complexities of surrogacyAdvice for aspiring surrogates… and more!  Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    46 min
  7. Episode 82 - Intended Parent Perspective in Surrogacy

    02/13/2025

    Episode 82 - Intended Parent Perspective in Surrogacy

    Send us a text Join Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and Director of Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest, family and marriage therapist, Rachel Goldberg of Rachel Goldberg Therapy Listen as they discuss: The Intended Parent perspective on surrogacySome of the many reasons people choose surrogacy Why it's so important to have mental health support for both sides of surrogacy Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    37 min
  8. Episode 81 - Nightmare Cases Part 4

    01/30/2025

    Episode 81 - Nightmare Cases Part 4

    Send us a text Join Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and CEO of Surrogacy Mentor, for the next episode in our Nightmare Cases in Surrogacy series. Today's special guest is Maria Valencia, Founder and Owner of International Surrogacy Center.   Listen as they discuss:   Some of the nightmare cases Maria has had to face in her agencyHow the matching process is so important in helping to prevent nightmare casesHow her agency handles and mitigates nightmare scenariosWhy fostering a healthy, positive relationship between surrogate and intended parent(s) is key in your journey Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify! Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    29 min
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Join Surrogacy Mentor's team of experienced gestational surrogates, surrogacy industry veterans and award-winning agency owners as they normalize surrogacy and dive into the complexities of this beautiful journey. Hosted by three-time gestational surrogate Marielle Schuberth and Surrogacy Mentor owner Lisa Chiya, they aim to spread awareness by educating and sharing personal stories about gestational surrogacy from experienced carriers, medical and legal professionals, parents via surrogacy and others whose lives have been changed by surrogacy. Together, let's #NormalizeSurrogacy!

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