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SurroTales

Podcast SurroTales
Emma Lehman
Welcome to SurroTales! I'm your host, Emma Lehman, an American living in New Zealand and an aspiring mom on the wild ride that is surrogacy. SurroTales is a pla...

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  • Victoria Fritz: Intended Mom & Founder of BabyBumps
    In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Victoria, who shares her remarkable journey of navigating life with a Type 1 diabetes diagnosis—one that came unexpectedly as an adult during her medical training. We dive into how this life-changing event influenced many aspects of her life, including her career, her fertility and her family planning decisions...ultimately leading her to pursue surrogacy. Victoria opens up about the emotional and practical challenges of searching for a surrogate and what inspired her to launch BabyBumps, an independent surrogacy platform designed to connect intended parents and surrogates through mutual respect and trust. We also chat about her IVF journey, from the highs and lows of multiple rounds to the most unconventional places we've both done our injections. Victoria shares the invaluable lessons she's learned throughout her fertility experience so far and hints at what’s next for her surrogacy and family-building journey. Victoria shares valuable insights for anyone facing fertility challenges or exploring surrogacy. Her journey reflects resilience, hope, and the innovative vision behind Baby Bumps—her inclusive platform that is sure to make a lasting impact in the surrogacy world. ---- Episode Info: BabyBumps: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ---- Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@surrotales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: [email protected]
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  • Margaret Casey KC: Surrogacy Lawyer in New Zealand
    In this episode, I chat to Margaret Casey KC, a leading barrister specializing in surrogacy and reproductive law based in Auckland, New Zealand. Margaret shares her inspiring journey into this field, shaped in part by her own personal fertility story. She offers a detailed look at how New Zealand's surrogacy laws were developed, the legal processes currently in place, and the specific steps intended parents and surrogates must navigate throughout their surrogacy experience. Margaret also dives into her work on international surrogacy, comparing legal frameworks across countries and explaining how New Zealand approaches overseas surrogacy arrangements. Lastly, she provides insights into the proposed surrogacy reform bill under review, which promises to bring significant and much-needed improvements to surrogacy law in New Zealand. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the complexities of surrogacy law, both in New Zealand and internationally, and the ongoing efforts to create more equitable and accessible paths to parenthood. ---- Episode Info: Margaret Casey ---- Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@surrotales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: [email protected]
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  • Tessa Crawford: Mom via Surrogacy in New Zealand
    In this heartfelt episode, I chat with Tessa, an intended mother in the midst of her surrogacy journey. Tessa shares her extraordinary story, from the joy of welcoming her first son to the devastating discovery of a rare cancer during delivery, which ultimately led to a hysterectomy. Despite this, Tessa held onto hope, knowing her ovaries and eggs could make surrogacy an option when the time was right. That time came when Tessa and her husband were introduced to Kelly, a mom of three, through mutual friends. Inspired by her own struggles with fertility and a desire to pay it forward, Kelly was eager to help. The two instantly connected, embarking on a surrogacy journey built on trust, gratitude, and shared vision. At the time of this recording, Kelly was 23 weeks pregnant with Tessa and her husband’s baby boy, who has since been born healthy and thriving! Tessa reflects on her IVF experience, navigating ECART processes in New Zealand, coordinating across cities, and maintaining open communication. She also shares her deep emotional and spiritual connection to her baby, as well as their plans for the birth—letting Kelly take the lead in the delivery room. This is a beautiful story of resilience, community, and the profound ways we can help each other grow our families. ---- Episode Info: Toni Street's Book: Lost and Found ---- Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@surrotales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: [email protected]
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  • Dr. Elizabeth Glanville: Fertility Specialist
    In this episode, I’m joined by New Zealand fertility specialist, Dr. Elizabeth Glanville, for an in-depth discussion on the world of IVF and surrogacy. Dr. Glanville guides us through every stage of the process, from preparation to transfer, and explore what happens afterward. Dr. Glanville shares expert insights on the differences between natural and manufactured cycles, the role ECART (Ethics Committee on Assisted Reproductive Technology) plays in the New Zealand surrogacy process, and the key factors that make a great surrogate candidate. We also dive into the growing popularity of surrogacy, review success rates, and offer a comprehensive guide for anyone considering or curious about this family-building option. Whether you’re starting your fertility journey, thinking about surrogacy, or just want to learn more about the science and ethics behind it all, this episode provides expert advice and practical tips straight from one of New Zealand’s leading specialists. ---- Episode Info: YourIVFSuccess Repromed ---- Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@surrotales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: [email protected]
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  • Natalie Smith: Mom via Surrogacy in New Zealand
    Natalie is the embodiment of resilience and strength, which is no surprise considering she is a competitive triathlete! She is the step mom of three boys, and now, the proud mom of an almost two-year-old girl, Bella, via an extraordinary surrogacy journey. In this heartfelt episode, Natalie shares her inspiring story of partnering with Jess, a surrogate she met through the Love Makes a Family network. Together, they turned a connection between strangers into a profound friendship, embarking on this life-changing journey alongside their families. Natalie opens up about enduring six pregnancy losses, navigating numerous rounds of IVF, and ultimately deciding to pursue surrogacy. She recounts the steps they took with Jess, leading up to an unforgettable delivery that sounds straight out of a Hollywood movie! Beyond the logistics of surrogacy, Natalie delves into the emotional depths of her experience, reflecting on grief, mental health, and the lessons she learned about control, resilience, and personal growth. This episode is a powerful testament to the beauty of love, family, and perseverance. ---- Episode Info: ⁠Love Makes a Family ---- Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@surrotales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: [email protected]
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About SurroTales

Welcome to SurroTales! I'm your host, Emma Lehman, an American living in New Zealand and an aspiring mom on the wild ride that is surrogacy. SurroTales is a platform for intended parents and surrogates to share their stories and advice they’ve learned along the way. Whether you're deep into surrogacy, have already been through it, just starting out, feeling lost, or simply curious about the process, this podcast is for you.
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