• Episode 88: Birthright Citizenship and Surrogacy
    Aug 29 2025

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    Join Marelle Schuberth, 3x surrogate and Inake Manager for Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest Lesa Slaughter, Esq. of Slaughter Law Group.


    Listen as they discuss:

    • The complexities of birthright citizenship as it pertains to surrogacy
    • The current legal landscape and the implications of potential changes to citizenship laws
    • The importance of consulting with specialized attorneys before engaging in surrogacy agreements
    • Changing the Narrative around Surrogacy
    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com
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    43 mins
  • Episode 87- Interview with a Surrogate: Navigating Challenges During Birth
    Jul 10 2025

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    Join Marielle Schuberth, Intake Manager and Surrogate Mentor
    for Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest,
    first-time surrogate Brittany Pavin.

    Listen as they discuss:

    • · Introduction to Surrogacy and Personal Journeys
    • · Brittany's Surrogacy Experience and Relationship with Intended Parents
    • · Navigating Challenges During Pregnancy and Birth
    • · Reflections on the Surrogacy Journey and Advice for Future Surrogates

    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com

    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com
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    35 mins
  • Episode 86: Broadway Husbands- The Journey of Love, Marriage and Surrogacy
    Jun 12 2025

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    Join Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and Director of Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guests, Broadway actors and now Broadway Husbands- Bret Shuford and Stephen Hanna.


    Listen as they discuss:

    • Creating Broadway Husbands
    • Starting Their Surrogacy Journey
    • The Surrogacy Process and Finding the Right Surrogate
    • Overcoming Challenges in Surrogacy
    • Their Birth Experience
    • Reflections on Surrogacy & Future Plans
    • Advice for Surrogates and Intended Parents
    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com
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    31 mins
  • Episode 85 - Interview with a Surrogate: Failed Transfers
    May 8 2025

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    Join Marielle Schuberth, Surrogate Mentor and Intake Manager of Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest, experienced surrogate, Amanda.


    Listen as they discuss:

    • Amanda's 1st surrogacy experience
    • The emotional toll of failed transfers
    • Seeking new opportunities in Surrogacy
    • The rollercoaster of Beta results
    • Advice for Surrogates and Intended Parents
    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com
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    28 mins
  • Episode 84 - Michigan Legalizes Surrogacy After 38 Year Ban
    Apr 24 2025

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    Join Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and Director of Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest, Award Winning Journalist and Author, Ginanne Brownell.


    Listen as they discuss:

    • The Michigan Family Protection Act
    • Advocacy and Legislative Efforts in Surrogacy
    • Empowering Surrogates and Parents in Michigan
    • Changing the Narrative around Surrogacy


    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com
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    22 mins
  • Episode 83 - Experiences of a 4-Time Surrogate
    Mar 6 2025

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    Join Marielle Schuberth, Surrogate Mentor and Intake Manager of Surrogacy Mentor, along with surrogate, Stormy as they talk about her 4 amazing surrogate journeys.

    Listen as they discuss:

    • Stormy's Personal Journey into Surrogacy
    • Navigating conversations with partners
    • Unexpected challenges during delivery
    • Understanding the legal complexities of surrogacy
    • Advice for aspiring surrogates… and more!


    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com
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    46 mins
  • Episode 82 - Intended Parent Perspective in Surrogacy
    Feb 13 2025

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    Join Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and Director of Surrogacy Mentor and Modern Parent Mentor, along with special guest, family and marriage therapist, Rachel Goldberg of Rachel Goldberg Therapy


    Listen as they discuss:

    • The Intended Parent perspective on surrogacy
    • Some of the many reasons people choose surrogacy
    • Why it's so important to have mental health support for both sides of surrogacy
    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com
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    37 mins
  • Episode 81 - Nightmare Cases Part 4
    Jan 30 2025

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    Join Carey Flamer-Powell, Founder and CEO of Surrogacy Mentor, for the next episode in our Nightmare Cases in Surrogacy series. Today's special guest is Maria Valencia, Founder and Owner of International Surrogacy Center.

    Listen as they discuss:

    • Some of the nightmare cases Maria has had to face in her agency
    • How the matching process is so important in helping to prevent nightmare cases
    • How her agency handles and mitigates nightmare scenarios
    • Why fostering a healthy, positive relationship between surrogate and intended parent(s) is key in your journey
    • Follow Surrogacy Mentor on Instagram , Facebook, YouTube and TikTok
    • Take our easy 2 minute surrogacy quiz to see if you qualify!
    • Share this podcast with the hashtag #NormalizeSurrogacy
    • Contact us with questions or comments at hello@surrogacymentor.com
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    29 mins