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Surrogacy Australia Conversations

Join Anna McKie in conversation with surrogates and parents who have navigated Australian altruistic surrogacy. Anna is a gestational surrogate, high school Math teacher and surrogacy educator working with Surrogacy Australia and running SASS (Surrogacy Australia’s Support Service). These conversations were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. Dates and registration links on the website. To see the photos described in the recordings, find them on YouTube

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31. Postnatal depression as a surrogate

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/12/03

Lee birthed as a surrogate in Adelaide in June 2019. She carried for her cousin Hannah, who is a single mum, and they had a little girl, Imara. Lee has been an active member of the Adelaide surrogacy community, spoken at surrogacy seminars and has supported many of her surro sisters through their journeys. You can hear from her cousin, Hannah, in episode 28. These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. If you would like to attend one, head to our

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30. Is traditional surrogacy ‘riskier’ than...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/11/26

Featuring: Psychologist Narelle Dickinson We hear from Narelle as she explores the findings of her research: ❤️ Is TS (Traditional surrogacy) harder on the surrogacy relationship? 🧡 Are TS more/less supported by their IPs? 💛 How do TS/GS perceive the surrogate pregnancy compared to their own? 💚 Do TS have a harder time relinquishing the baby? 💙 Is there more conflict between the surrogate and IPs in TS? 💜 Are there greater mental health challenges in TS? Narelle is a Brisbane-based, ANZICA

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29. What is GS and TS?

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/11/22

GS = Gestational Surrogate (not the egg of the surrogate) TS = Traditional Surrogate (using the egg of the surrogate) Check out the full episode show notes: https://www.surrogacyaustralia.org/podcast/episode-29-what-is-gs-and-ts Looking to find a surrogate in Australia? Consider joining SASS. Looking for an overview of surrogacy? Join us in a free, fortnightly Wednesday night webinar. Looking to chat with other IPs and surrogates in a casual setting? Join us for a monthly Zoom catch up, one Friday

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00:27:33

28. Letting go as an IP - you’re not in control

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/11/19

Hannah became a mum through surrogacy in June 2019. Her daughter, Imara, was carried and birthed by Lee, who is Hannah's cousin. Hannah is a midwife and was diagnosed with MRKH in her early 20s, which essentially means she was born without a uterus. Hannah is a Mentor with SASS, especially for single mums, and has supported many new Intended Parents at the beginning of their journey. At the time this podcast goes to air, November 2023, I can tell you that Hannah is due to be a mum for the

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00:27:20

27. What if I did surrogacy for another couple and...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/11/12

Jess and husband, Jayden, live in Adelaide with their 2 girls and she has birthed another 2 girls as a surrogate, Amalia in May 2020 and Oriana in July 2023. The dads, Baden and Nelson, previously strangers and now friends for life, live in QLD so their journey was long distance and in the peak of Covid the first time. Jess’ husband Jayden can be heard (with 2 others) on a webinar episode about Partners of Surrogates. Currently on youtube and due to be converted to podcast episode 36 in January

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00:32:05

26. Transparency, vulnerability and making sure you...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/11/05

Dane and Ben from Newcastle became parents to baby boy Rupert in January 2022. Rupert was carried and birthed by their surrogate Chelsea who was previously a stranger and who lived on the Gold Coast now NZ. Dane's sister is their egg donor so there is a whole village involved to create their son! These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. If you would like to attend one, head to our website for dates and registration links. They can also be found

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25. Are you jealous when another woman carries your...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/11/02

Each mum is different and it’s ok to have lots of different feelings. Mums through surrogacy may feel some initial jealousy, but they soon move past this and embrace the unique and beautiful way of bringing a child into this world. Engaging in some counselling with an experienced surrogacy counsellor is recommended to work through these feelings. One mum through surrogacy, Elle, talks about her feelings of jealousy in podcast Episode 16. Check out the full episode show notes:

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00:39:54

24. Don't be a D!ck

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/10/29

Danni birthed as a surrogate in Adelaide in February 2021 for a couple who were initially strangers and are now life long friends. She had a little girl, Evie, for Sarah and Ben. Danni was initially a gestational surrogate for the couple but they moved to traditional surrogacy - meaning Danni is also the egg donor. Danni is a SASS Surrogate Mentor, hosts our Zoom monthly catch ups, and is a very dear friend of mine! These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy

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23. How to find a surrogate (from 3 Intended Parents...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/10/22

On the topic of: How to find a surrogate (What to do while waiting to connect) Guests: Trudy, Alex and Carlo, Sue Hear from 3 sets of Intended Parents who have been active members of the Australian surrogacy community. * How do I find a surrogate from family/friends? * How do I find an unknown surrogate? * How long will it take to find a surrogate? * What does it mean to be 'active' in the community - online and in person? * How do I put myself out there without being fake? * How do you

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00:38:36

22. Make sure you have done your grieving

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/10/15

Lauryn and David are parents through surrogacy - TWICE! Their surrogate Sarah, from Canberra, was previously a stranger and now a life long friend. Sarah carried and birthed their daughters, Everlie, in April 2019 and Piper in November 2022. Lauryn needed surrogacy as she was born without a uterus, also known as MRKH syndrome. For their first journey, Lauryn and David lived in Victoria and for the sibling, they were in NSW. So they have a range of experience navigating surrogacy in 2 states. Their

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21. What is a Surroversary?

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/10/10

An anniversary for the surrogacy team to mark a significant event (that is not the birthday of surro bub). There are also other milestones which should be celebrated as a team, and I’ll unpack these in this episode. Check out the full episode show notes: https://www.surrogacyaustralia.org/podcast/episode-21-what-is-a-surroversary Looking to find a surrogate in Australia? Consider joining SASS. Looking for an overview of surrogacy? Join us in a free, fortnightly Wednesday night webinar. Looking to

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00:47:28

20. Under promise and over deliver

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/10/08

Leanne, a single mother of 3, birthed as a surrogate in July 2020 for two Intended Fathers who live in NSW. They were initially strangers, built a Surroship, navigated COVID, and welcomed a little girl into the world. Unfortunately the Surroship dissolved post birth. Leanne is proud of being a surrogate and how she and her children helped to create a family. They are now planning a new journey with two Intended Fathers who live in Melbourne. Leanne has been one of our Sydney Mentors within our SASS

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00:27:25

19. This is your journey - make it one you’re proud...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/10/01

Josh and husband Cam from Brisbane became parents to baby boy Colton in June 2023. Colton was carried and birthed by their surrogate Machelle who was previously a stranger. Machelle lives near Toowoomba so they’re 2 and a half hours apart, and the distance does feel enormous when their team experienced 2 miscarriages at 6 and 10 weeks, and then a scare when 26 weeks pregnant. These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. If you would like to attend

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18. What if the relationship dissolves post-birth?

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/09/28

This does happen sometimes because surrogacy is hard. Nobody wants this to happen. How can we try and prevent it? Check out the full episode show notes: https://www.surrogacyaustralia.org/podcast/episode-18-what-if-the-relationship-dissolves-post-birth Looking to find a surrogate in Australia? Consider joining SASS. Looking for an overview of surrogacy? Join us in a free, fortnightly Wednesday night webinar. Looking to chat with other IPs and surrogates in a casual setting? Join us for a monthly

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17. If I didn’t try to do this, I knew I would regret...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/09/24

Sarah birthed as a surrogate in Adelaide in March 2023 for a couple who were initially strangers and are now life long friends. She had a little boy, Alfie, for parents Elle and Luke and made a big brother for Sonny. Sarah met bridesmaid Elle while photographing a wedding while heavily pregnant and also has a son named Sonny. These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. If you would like to attend one, head to our website for dates and registration

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00:34:33

16. Are these feelings normal? I feel like I should...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/09/17

Elle and her husband, Luke, from Adelaide expanded their family with son (Alfie) in March 2023. Alfie was carried by Sarah, whom they met at a mutual friend's wedding. Elle also has Sonny who is 4, two still born babies - Taj and Lenny, and needed a surrogate due to her cervix not holding pregnancies to term. You can hear Sarah’s version of this story in the next episode. These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. If you would like to attend one,

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00:03:30

15. Do you get to see the baby?

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/09/17

Yes - is the answer from most surrogates. We become surrogates so we can continue to see the baby we birthed and also to continue the friendship with the Intended Parents (IPs). Check out the full episode show notes: https://www.surrogacyaustralia.org/podcast/episode-15-do-you-get-to-see-the-baby Looking to find a surrogate in Australia? Consider joining SASS. Looking for an overview of surrogacy? Join us in a free, fortnightly Wednesday night webinar. Looking to chat with other IPs and

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00:58:47

14. Love Languages with psychologist Katrina Hale

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/09/10

This episode features Psychologist Katrina Hale. She is committed to helping Intending Parents and Surrogates and their partners successfully navigate their surrogacy journey together. If you’d like to arrange your own session with Katrina, you can find her at katrinahalepsychology.com.au In this episode we explore how Love Languages look for surrogacy teams and how best to plan for them. The five love languages are five different ways of expressing and receiving love: ❤️ words of affirmation 💛

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00:35:03

13. I’m way more resilient than I thought I would be...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/09/03

Trudy and Tom became parents to their daughter (Bonnie) in August 2020. Bonnie was carried by their surrogate Sarah who is Tom's sister. Sarah lives with her husband and their two children in New York, meaning this was one complex surrogacy journey. Trudy is also a SASS Parent Mentor and has helped many IPs at the beginning of their journey. These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. If you would like to attend one, head to our website for dates

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00:04:28

12. Is surrogacy legal in Australia?

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2023/08/30

Yes - but we do the altruistic model, not the commercial model. What are the differences between the two? Who is the legal parent at birth? What steps do you have to go through legally before getting pregnant? If you want to consider commercial overseas surrogacy, check out Growing Families. Previous episodes will explain How much surrogacy costs in Australia and How do I find a surrogate? Check out the full episode show

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