#44 Top Surrogacy Tips for Intended Parents in 2025: Lessons from a Year of Insights

Navigating surrogacy can feel like chasing breadcrumbs across the internet—time-consuming, frustrating, and overwhelming. You’ve waited long enough to grow your family. That’s why Surrogacy Made Simple exists.

Hosted by Dr. Alyssa Small Layne, a board-certified OB-GYN and mom through surrogacy, this podcast has become the go-to resource for unbiased, practical advice. And after 42 episodes, we’re celebrating an incredible first year with a special look back at 2024.

This episode is packed with lessons, expert insights, and hidden gems that will save you time, money, and stress. Whether you’re just starting out or already deep in your surrogacy journey, these highlights will empower you to take the next step with confidence.

• [06:04] Financial hurdles: Why meaningful surrogacy financial support is hard to find—and what to do.

• [13:06] Screening matters: The rigorous physical and mental evaluations required for surrogates.

• [17:40] Shocking setbacks: How an escrow scandal exposed vulnerabilities in surrogacy protections.

• [21:21] Call for change: Real stories underline the need for better industry regulations.

• [26:48] Storytelling that works: Share your story intentionally to attract the right surrogate.

• [30:55] Overcoming fear with gratitude: How gratitude can ease the anxiety of parenthood.

• [32:51] The finish line: Parenting choices, like embryo donation, and tips for traveling home with your baby.

🎧 Stop hunting for answers. Listen to the full episode now to take control of your surrogacy journey!

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Links mentioned in the episode 

Surrogacy Starter Kit

BloomBridge Surrogacy App 

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