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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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111. Endometriosis is isolating

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/07/13

Laura and husband Brendan from Penrith, became parents to their son (Mason) in February 2025. Mason was carried by surrogate Brie, who is Brendan's sister, and was also created using donor eggs from Laura's niece, Tiger. It was a very long journey to parenthood with endometriosis, adenomyosis, a full hysterectomy and low AMH levels (meaning low egg reserves). So Mason was nearly a 10 year journey in the making. These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy

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110. I'm nervous about surrogacy

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/07/06

It's very normal to be nervous about surrogacy, both as an Intended Parent (IPs) and as a potential surrogate. There are others who have gone before you, as well as experienced counsellors who can help you to navigate through those feelings. Check out the full episode show notes:https://www.surrogacyaustralia.org/podcast/episode-110-im-nervous-about-surrogacyLooking to find a surrogate in Australia? Consider joining SASS.Looking for an overview of surrogacy? Join us in a free, fortnightly

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00:39:03

109. It's nobody's fault - surrogacy broke our...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/06/29

Kristen birthed as a surrogate in April 2019 for a couple who also live in QLD. The husbands worked together prior to surrogacy, as well as Kristen and the Intended Mother (which we abbreviate to IM), and they welcomed a little girl into the world. Unfortunately the Surroship dissolved in the later stages of pregnancy and post birth. Kristen has had time to reflect on her journey and has some teachable moments for us all. These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by

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00:37:36

108. Her Intended Mother passed away 2 years later

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/06/22

Erinna birthed as a surrogate on the Gold Coast in January 2017 for a couple who were initially strangers. They had a little boy, named Sidney, for his mum and dad Alison and Pearce. Unfortunately, when Sid was nearly 2 years old, Alison passed away from ongoing health issues (health was part of her reason for needing a surrogate initially). 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

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00:34:40

107. I feel like I grew an extra heart

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/06/16

Dane and his husband Wes from Sydney, became dads to their son Theo (Teddy) in January 2025. Their surrogate, Storme, who is a single mum living locally to them, connected with them in one of the national surrogacy facebook groups in January 2023 and now they're friends for life. This is a full circle webinar as Dane and Wes joined one of these webinars in June 2021, and now 4 years later they are a co-host and sharing their story to inspire others. These podcasts were recorded as part of the

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00:32:48

106. It’s OK to say no. 12 years of surrogacy - a...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/06/08

Charmaine has been in the surrogacy community for 12 years since 2013. Originally from New Zealand, she is 41 and lives in Brisbane. She’s a mum to 5 children herself, one who is an angel baby, and she’s also Nanna to a 5 year old. In her time in the surrogacy community she has done the whole surrogacy paperwork journey with 5 sets of IPs, had 11 embryo transfers, 4 of which resulted in losses, and there have been 2 live births - so far. Hopefully another baby in the coming year for her new Intended

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00:03:09

105. Why did you want to be a surrogate?

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/06/01

Many surrogates often feel called to surrogacy and know that it's something they can do. Are you interested in being a surrogate? Head to our website and follow the links to SASS - Surrogacy Australia’s Support Service.As mentioned in the episode, there is a great video to watch which can be found on YouTube “Interview with a Surrogate Tyson Smith”Check out the full episode show notes:https://www.surrogacyaustralia.org/podcast/episode-105-why-did-you-want-to-be-a-surrogateLooking to find a surrogate

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00:30:03

104. He had 4 hearts that loved him into this world

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/05/25

Jessie and Andrew became parents through surrogacy in March 2020. Their son, Arlo, was carried and birthed by Susan, who was previously a stranger and is now a lifelong friend. Jessie is 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 and registration links. They can also be found on our YouTube channel so you can

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00:31:32

103. Born without a uterus (MRKH) - dreams do come true

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/05/19

Billie and husband Rob, from Western Sydney, became parents to their daughter Westyn in December 2023. Westyn was carried by her sister, Shannen, as Billie has MRKH - meaning she was born without a uterus. You may have seen their team featured on channel 9's show Big Miracles. If you’d like to watch their story, be sure to check it out on 9Now, Big Miracles, Season 3, episodes 4 and 5. You can hear from her surrogate, her sister Shannen, in the previous episode 102.These podcasts were recorded

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00:31:49

102. Even when I was vomiting in the toilet, I'd...

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/05/11

Shannen, from the Central Coast, birthed as a surrogate in Sydney in December 2023 for her sister and brother-in-law, Billie and Rob. They had a little girl, Westyn, and she also has four children of her own. You may have seen their team featured on channel 9's show Big Miracles. If you’d like to watch their story, be sure to check it out on 9Now, Big Miracles, Season 3, episodes 4 and 5. You can hear from her Intended Mother, her sister, Billie, in the next episode 103.These podcasts were recorded

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00:47:49

101. Mothers of Surrogates

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/05/04

Hear from 3 mothers whose daughters have been surrogates in Australia. Guests: Tammy, Karina and Patti* What were your first thoughts when she brought up the idea of being a surrogate? Were you worried, and why?* How did you explain this to your extended family and how did they react?* Did you meet the IPs?* What was your involvement in the journey/pregnancy?* What were some of the challenging times?* How was the birth and those first few weeks/months after?* Surrogates usually feel a high after

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01:40:16

Celebrating 100 episodes - my surrogacy journey

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/04/27

This episode was recorded in May 2024 to celebrate me (Anna) having hosted 100 free webinars since April 2021. My friend and fellow surrogate, Danni, took the reins and interviewed me about my own journey. I've been in the surrogacy community since August 2016, have been an egg donor 3 times, and birthed as a surrogate in September 2020 for two dads (Brendan and Matt) who were previously strangers. My own surrogacy journey took 2.5 years until birth and had challenges such as post natal

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00:04:19

99. Ideas for IPs (Intended Parents) in waiting #3

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/04/20

This series of episodes springs from my work with SASS (Surrogacy Australia’s Support Service). When Intended Parents (IPs) have completed their profile and are in the pool of IPs waiting to connect with a surrogate, I do monthly check-ins to make sure they’re still active and waiting. I like to give some guidance and support along the way because the waiting game can be hard.This series of episodes is designed as though they are a letter to the waiting IPs. Check out the full episode show

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00:32:27

98. 2 children - 2 different surrogates

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/04/13

Leah and James are parents through surrogacy - TWICE! Their first daughter, Alyza, was carried and birthed by Leah's cousin, Belinda. Their second daughter, Ottilie (Lottie), was carried and birthed by Julie, who was previously a stranger. They met through the online communities and are now life long friends. You can hear from her surrogate, Julie, in episode 92.These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. If you would like to attend one, head to

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00:27:31

97. A surrogate without her own children

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/04/06

Rachel birthed as a surrogate in Brisbane in November 2024. They had a little girl, Lenny, for dads Caleb and James and she knew Caleb's brother in law from school. Their first pregnancy was ectopic and needed a fallopian tube removal and the second was a miscarriage just before 8 weeks, requiring medication and two D&Cs. Rachel expressed milk for 7 weeks before going back to work and Uni 2 months post birth. Rachel's story is also unique as she has not had children of her own before surrogacy

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00:32:23

96. Be vulnerable, put yourself out there

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/03/30

James and his partner Caleb from Brisbane, became dads to their daughter, Lenny, in November 2024. Their surrogate, Rachel, who lives locally, was known to them as a school friend of Caleb's sister's partner. Their egg donor is James' sister, so the whole family was involved in this journey. Their first pregnancy was ectopic and needed a fallopian tube removal and the second was a miscarriage just before 8 weeks, requiring medication and two D&Cs.You can hear from his surrogate,

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00:04:22

95. What expenses are covered for a surrogate?

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/03/23

Surrogacy in Australia is Altruistic (as opposed to Commercial), which means surrogates have their surrogacy and pregnancy related costs covered by the IPs (Intended Parents) but they do not receive any payment to be a surrogate. Surrogates are ultimately doing it to see their friends/family become parents, and that in itself is very rewarding. You can find a List of Expenses on our website. Check out the full episode show

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00:29:21

94. Well that was more than a poo

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/03/16

Fiona birthed as a surrogate in NSW in April 2021 for a couple who were initially strangers and are now life long friends. They had a little girl, Ari, and her two dads are Josh and Jack who were in Sydney and are now in Canberra.You can hear from one of the dads she carried for, Josh, in the previous episode 93. 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

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00:47:20

93. World egg bank and an Australian surrogate

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/03/09

Josh and Jack, originally in Sydney and now in the ACT, became Dads to their daughter (Ari) in April 2021. Ari was carried by their surrogate (previously a stranger) Fee who lives in Newcastle, NSW. Josh has been a Mentor with SASS and has supported many new gay Intended Dads who are at the beginning of their journey. You can hear from his surrogate, Fiona, in the next episode number 94. These podcasts were recorded as part of the free webinar series run by Surrogacy Australia. If you would like

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00:36:32

92. “I grew in your tummy Julie - do you know that?”

Surrogacy Australia Conversations ·

2025/03/03

Julie is heading for retirement as a surrogate - again! She has been in the community for 10 years, had 11 embryo transfers for 3 different IPs, 100s of blood tests and ultrasounds, 1000s of hours invested resulting in 2 beautiful girls and life long friends with surrogates and parents. Julie birthed Ottilie in May 2019 creating a sibling for that family (Leah, James and Alyza) and then retired as a surrogate aged 42. She had built a friendship with Trudy from the community, came out of retirement

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