297: Navigating Surrogacy, Infertility Challenges, and Miscarriages with My Close Friend, Perry

Apr 23, 2025

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*Trigger warning - discussion of infertility and pregnancy loss* To honor national infertility awareness week, I am joined by my close friend to discuss her extensive journey through infertility, IVF, and ultimately surrogacy. She shares about the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments, the decision to pursue surrogacy, and the unique challenges of becoming a parent through this process. Perry opens up about grieving the loss of a traditional pregnancy experience while navigating the complexities of having a surrogate carry her twins and so much more of her journey. Our conversation aims to shed light on the challenges and triumphs of all paths to parenthood.

Key Takeaway / Points:

The emotional toll of infertility and multiple miscarriages
Deciding to pursue surrogacy after failed IVF attempts
Navigating the surrogacy process
The experience of having a surrogate carry your child
Coping with grief and loss while pursuing alternative paths to parenthood
Balancing gratitude for surrogacy while mourning a traditional pregnancy
How to support friends going through fertility struggles
The importance of setting boundaries during infertility journeys
Finding purpose in sharing your story to help others

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If interested in connecting with Perry, please email her at perry.e.polakoff@gmail.com

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Baby Quest: https://babyquestfoundation.org/donate-support/
The Chick Mission: https://www.thechickmission.org/donate/
A Damn Good Life: https://give.cornerstone.cc/adamngoodlife

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