Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Surrogate's Corner, host James Mahan interviews Arianna Shelter, CEO of International Surrogacy Center, about the role of surrogacy agencies. As a former surrogate herself, Arianna provides valuable insights into agency screening processes, matching procedures, and what makes successful surrogacy journeys.
Key Timestamps:
00:01 - Introduction and welcome
00:42 - Arianna shares her personal surrogacy journey and path to becoming CEO
03:42 - Discussion of surrogate candidate screening criteria and red flags
06:00 - Detailed breakdown of pre-match screening process
11:49 - The matching phase and surrogate involvement in choosing intended parents
15:17 - Agency relationships with IVF clinics and medical screening procedures
19:40 - Tips for successful surrogacy journeys and importance of agency selection
About The Show:
The Surrogate's Corner with James Mahan provides educational content and insights about surrogacy journeys. The show features industry experts and professionals sharing their knowledge to help surrogates better understand the process.
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