EPISODE · Feb 13, 2026 · 1H 2M
Where Love Isn’t Ownership: Redefining Attachment In Surrogacy
from Stop. Sit. Surrogate. · host Kenedi & Ellen Smith
#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateBrittany’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pavinourway?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Shelbie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surroshelbie?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Most people ask the same question first: “Don’t you get attached to the baby?” We take that head on with two experienced gestational carriers who explain, with compassion and clarity, how surrogates prepare, set healthy boundaries, and celebrate the handoff without trying to keep what was never theirs. The story here isn’t about loss—it’s about stewardship, respect, and the euphoria of seeing parents meet their child.We talk candidly about where real attachment lands: with the intended parents and the shared mission. You’ll hear how early transparency, a thoughtful match, and clear agreements create trust from transfer to delivery. Our guests share why emotions run high at birth (and why those tears aren’t about “giving up” a baby), how they navigated faith and family pushback, and the surprising reason many surrogates choose to do it again. We also explore the underrated power of closure—brief private time after delivery that helps a surrogate’s kids say goodbye and marks the end of a profound chapter.If you’re a first‑time surrogate, an intended parent, or simply curious, this conversation offers practical guidance: what to include in your agreement, how to set communication expectations, and ways to talk to your children in clear, age‑appropriate language. We highlight the role of supportive agencies, the strength of modern surrogate communities, and the difference between love, care, and parental attachment. By the end, you’ll understand why surrogacy is less about possession and more about precise, generous care.Listen now, share with someone who still confuses love with attachment, and help us spread informed, human‑centered surrogacy education. If this resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: what part of the journey do you want us to unpack next?Send us Fan Mailhttps://stopsitsurrogate.com
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#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Brittany’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pavinourway?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Shelbie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surroshelbie?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Most people ask the same question first: “Don’t you get attached to the baby?” We take that head on with two experienced gestational carriers who explain, with compassion and clarity, how surrogates prepare, set healthy boundaries, and celebrate the handoff without trying to keep what was ...
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