Giving the Gift of Life: Kearie's Pregnancy at 40

004. In this heart-opening episode, Jamie sits down with Kearie, a mother of three whose incredible journey through motherhood includes five surrogacy pregnancies—the most recent completed at age 40. Kearie pulls back the curtain on the complexities of the surrogacy world, from the legal and medical intricacies of working with agencies and attorneys to the emotional connections formed with intended parents across the globe. She shares the fascinating details of her eighth pregnancy and ninth baby, providing a rare look at how surrogacy contracts function, the differences between gestational and traditional surrogacy, and the unique bond of carrying a child for a family in need.The conversation also dives into the realities of pregnancy and birth after 40, offering practical advice and hope for women navigating later-in-life motherhood. Kearie and Jamie discuss everything from "curb walking" to induce labor to the revolutionary products that made recovery easier, like the "Hakaa" and specialized seatbelt adjusters. Whether you are curious about the surrogacy process, considering IVF, or simply looking for inspiration on your own fertility path, this episode is packed with warmth, wisdom, and the reminder that our bodies are capable of amazing things at any age.Get the resources and more information about this episode:https://over40fabulousandpregnant.com/episode4/Shop the Show 🛍️ To browse every product recommended by our host and guests, visit:  https://over40fabulousandpregnant.com/shop/ (Note: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you—it helps keep the episodes coming!)Support the Pod ❤️ If you enjoy our content and want to help us stay independent, you can donate to the show here: https://over40fabulousandpregnant.com/donate/