I Finally Became a Mom… But I Wasn't Prepared for Postpartum

I Helped Create a Family Before Starting My Own

Hannah first considered egg donation as a way to help pay for college. What she didn't expect was how much the experience would change her life. In this episode, Hannah shares her journey as an egg donor, from seeing an ad on social media and navigating the screening process to helping create a family and learning that one of her donations resulted in a live birth. Now pregnant with her own daughter, she reflects on egg donation with an entirely new perspective and explains why she says she'd do it again. In this episode, we discuss: • Why Hannah chose to become an egg donor • Common fears and misconceptions about egg donation • The egg donation process and what to expect • Egg banks vs. private donation • Learning that a donation resulted in a baby • How becoming pregnant changed her perspective on helping other families Whether you're considering becoming an egg donor or simply curious about the experience, Hannah offers an honest look at the process, the impact it had on her life, and the families she helped along the way. CONNECT WITH EGG DONOR & SURROGATE SOLUTIONS https://createahappyfamily.com/ [https://createahappyfamily.com/] @createahappyfamily [https://instagram.com/createahappyfamily] CONNECT WITH CHILES & WARREN https://www.chileswarrenlawgroup.com/ [https://www.chileswarrenlawgroup.com/]

IVF Laws Are Changing: What You Need to Know

Every few months, another headline or proposed law leaves intended parents and surrogates wondering: “How could this impact my journey?” In this episode, ART attorney Joni Franklin breaks down what’s actually changing in surrogacy and IVF law, what people are misunderstanding online, and what intended parents and surrogates should really be paying attention to right now. We discuss evolving regulations, growing oversight, compensation shifts, legal misconceptions, and why experienced professionals matter more than ever in today’s landscape. This conversation isn’t about panic. It’s about clarity, realistic expectations, and moving through this process with confidence. CONNECT WITH FRANKLIN LAW OFFICE https://www.jfranklinlaw.com/ [https://www.jfranklinlaw.com/] CONNECT WITH ART RISK FINANCIAL & INSURANCE SOLUTIONS https://www.chileswarrenlawgroup.com/ [https://www.chileswarrenlawgroup.com/] CONNECT WITH EGG DONOR & SURROGATE SOLUTIONS https://createahappyfamily.com/ [https://createahappyfamily.com/] @createahappyfamily [https://instagram.com/createahappyfamily]

How Do You Choose the Right Surrogacy Agency?

Learning how to choose a surrogacy agency is one of the biggest decisions you'll make, whether you're hoping to become a surrogate or grow your family through surrogacy. But not all surrogacy agencies operate the same way. In this episode of Create A Happy Family, the Education and Matching Team at Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions shares what every surrogate and intended parent should know before saying yes to a surrogacy agency. From matching and education to communication, screening, advocacy, and support, we discuss the questions you should be asking and the standards every agency should meet. In this episode, we discuss: How to choose a surrogacy agency Questions to ask before signing with an agency Red flags to watch for What ethical agency standards look like How agencies should support surrogates throughout their journey How agencies should support intended parents from match to delivery Why communication, transparency, and advocacy matter Whether you're just beginning your research or deciding between agencies, our hope is that this conversation helps you move forward with confidence and clarity. #surrogacy #surrogacyagency #gestationalcarrier #intendedparents #familybuilding CONNECT WITH EGG DONOR & SURROGATE SOLUTIONS https://createahappyfamily.com/ [https://createahappyfamily.com/] @createahappyfamily [https://www.instagram.com/createahappyfamily]

I Finally Became a Mom… But I Wasn't Prepared for Postpartum

What happens after infertility… when you finally become a mom, but still find yourself struggling emotionally? In this episode, Blair shares her journey through recurrent loss, IVF, egg donation, and the unexpected reality of postpartum anxiety after finally welcoming her son, Archie. As a labor and delivery nurse, Blair spent years helping other families welcome babies into the world while navigating her own heartbreak behind the scenes. She opens up about repeated miscarriages, the emotional decision to use an egg donor, the moment she “just knew” her donor was meant to be part of their story, and the complicated emotions that came after finally becoming a mother. This conversation explores: • infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss • choosing egg donation • postpartum anxiety after infertility • the pressure to feel “grateful” after finally having a baby • learning to ask for help and give yourself grace • hope, resilience, and continuing to be brave through motherhood Whether you’re walking through infertility, postpartum, egg donation, or simply trying to navigate motherhood honestly, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone.

If IVF Is So Expensive, Why Transfer Just One Embryo?

If IVF is so expensive, why would a fertility clinic recommend transferring just one embryo instead of two? It's a question many intended parents ask. After all, if you're investing so much time, money, and emotion into building your family, wouldn't transferring two embryos increase your chances of success? In this episode, reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Julian Escobar explains why modern IVF treatment has moved toward single embryo transfers and why more embryos don't necessarily mean better outcomes. Drawing from his expertise and personal experience with growing his own family, we discuss the risks associated with multiple pregnancies, how IVF success is measured today, and why the ultimate goal isn't just pregnancy—it's bringing home a healthy baby. In this episode, we discuss: • Single embryo transfer vs. double embryo transfer • Why fertility clinics prioritize healthy outcomes • The risks of twin and multiple pregnancies • Common misconceptions about IVF success • How intended parents can make informed IVF treatment decisions If you've ever wondered why fertility doctors often recommend transferring a single embryo, even when transferring two seems like the better bet, this episode will help you understand the reasoning behind one of the most important decisions in IVF and fertility treatment. CONNECT WITH DR. JULIAN ESCOBAR https://conceivefertilitycenter.com/ [https://conceivefertilitycenter.com/] @drjulianescobar [https://www.instagram.com/drjulianescobar] CONNECT WITH GATHER RECORDS COLLECTION & REVIEW https://gatherrecords.com/ [https://gatherrecords.com/] CONNECT WITH EGG DONOR & SURROGATE SOLUTIONS https://createahappyfamily.com/ [https://createahappyfamily.com/] @createahappyfamily [https://www.instagram.com/createahappyfamily]