Surrogacy Talk
Welcome to Surrogacy Talk! I am Frank Golden, the founder and agency director of Golden Surrogacy, one of the nation’s leading surrogacy agencies. I will discuss all things surrogacy, IVF, family building, and making babies! #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #SurrogacyTalk
Episodes
40 episodes
Busting Surrogacy Myths part 2
“But couldn’t the Surrogate change her mind and keep the baby?” If you’ve heard this before, or even if you haven’t, this Surrogacy Talk is for you. Frank, a surrogacy agency director and former Intended Parent, dives into why this myth and oth...
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5:29
Sibling Journeys
Welcoming a child through surrogacy is an extraordinary experience, and for many, the journey doesn’t end with just one. But how does preparing for a second differ from the first? In this Surrogacy Talk, we’ll explore the emotional readiness it...
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8:19
Surrogacy Fundamentals
Welcome to Surrogacy Talk! Or should I say Surrogacy 101? Nope, scratch that. This is Surrogacy Talk and we’re diving into some fundamental concepts you need to know as you begin planning your surrogacy journey. I’ll explore the key differences...
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8:43
Choosing an Egg Donor
What if I told you that one of the most important steps in your surrogacy journey happens even before you partner with a surrogacy agency? I know it might sound surprising coming from an agency director, but trust me, choosing an egg donor is a...
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7:17
Why Is Surrogate Compensation So Confusing
Navigating Surrogate compensation can feel overwhelming, with hidden costs and confusing fees often leaving prospective Surrogates scratching their heads. In this Surrogacy Talk, we break down why enticing offers like "earn up to $80,000" can b...
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4:53
Who Can’t Be a Surrogate
Ever wondered why it's so tough to become a Surrogate? In this Surrogacy Talk, we dive into the stringent qualifications required to become a Surrogate with Golden. Despite the high demand for Surrogates, only about 2% of applicants meet our cr...
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6:38
How Long Does It Take to Be Matched
If you ask any Intended Parent or Surrogate what part of the surrogacy journey they most look forward to, "the matching phase" will likely be one of the most common responses you hear. For all parties involved, matching is one of the most antic...
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6:18
How Much Money Is Needed?
Ever wondered what buying your dream home and starting a surrogacy journey have in common? Surprisingly, it's not the start of a joke. There are more parallels between the two than you might think. Similarly to house hunting, understanding the ...
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4:49
Additional Surrogacy Costs
It’s a scenario I encounter frequently: Intended Parents dive headfirst into their surrogacy journey, full of excitement and hope, only to hit a wall of unexpected financial burdens. Despite their best efforts to prepare, often there are overlo...
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6:18
“Everyone Deserves a Family”
Over 10 years ago, the birth of Frank and Adam’s daughter lit a spark that ignited the inspiration for what Golden Surrogacy is today. It has been 10 years and in this Surrogacy Talk, Frank reflects on that day and how one thought he had while ...
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7:36
Managing Expectations as An Intended Parent
No one likes to hear that their expectations are unrealistic. This is especially true for Intended Parents embarking on a surrogacy journey. But the truth of the matter is that no two surrogacy journeys are the same, and if Intended Parents are...
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9:09
How Much Does Surrogacy Cost?
The question, “How much does surrogacy cost” can be intimidating. If you are an Intended Parent looking for a surrogacy agency to work with, you have probably seen a wide range of numbers from different agencies. In this Surrogacy Talk, you wil...
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8:32
Why Your Agency Does Not Need to Be Local
You want to become a Surrogate and you are living in Florida. Where should your surrogacy agency be located? Are you limited to only working with agencies that are also in Florida? In this Surrogacy Talk Frank will let you in on a little secret...
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4:44
Remaining Friends After the Journey
For Intended Parents and Surrogates, it is important to be open to developing a relationship with each other during your surrogacy journey. But what about once your journey is complete? Are you expected to remain friends? In this Surrogacy Talk...
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10:52
Busting Surrogacy Myths part 1
“Women only become Surrogates for the money.” Have you ever heard someone say this? Even if you haven’t, this Surrogacy Talk is for you! Frank will address and break down three common myths about surrogacy. He will discuss why not only are they...
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10:05
Where to Start As A Surrogate
What if I told you that applying to become a Surrogate isn’t the first step on your surrogacy journey. It’s true! There are seven steps you need to take before your journey even begins. In this Surrogacy Talk, Frank will walk you through what t...
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8:16
Green Flags and Red Flags in Surrogacy Agencies
What are good attributes of a surrogacy agency? What should I look out for to avoid? These questions get asked a lot in consultations with Intended Parents and Surrogates. If you are preparing to embark on a surrogacy journey, you want to make ...
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11:00
The Surrogacy Journey Overview
“Where do I begin?” This is a question Frank often gets asked during consultations with Intended Parents. It is a very important question and, depending on who you ask, will come with a variety of answers. Let’s discuss what Frank recommends fo...
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10:14
Intended Parent Requirements
Being a parent is hard work. Becoming a parent is also hard work. And for parents looking to create a family through gestational surrogacy, it is even more work. Just like there are requirements to becoming a Surrogate, there are requirements t...
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3:32
Where Do I Start?
So you know you want to become a parent with the help of a Gestational Surrogate, now what? No two surrogacy journeys are the same and knowing what to do next depends on which type of Intended Parent you are. In this Surrogacy Talk, Frank will ...
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4:46
The Surrogate Intake Process
Whether you are someone interested in becoming a Surrogate or my mom checking in on how I’m doing, this Surrogacy Talk will help guide you through what the Surrogate intake process looks like here at Golden. Frank will walk you through every st...
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5:07
Surrogate Compensation
You would be shocked at how many surrogacy agencies use dishonest marketing strategies to deceive innocent women into receiving less than they deserve. “Make $80,000 as a Surrogate” sounds too good to be true, right? Well, depending on the surr...
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3:31
What Makes Us Different
The differences between Golden and other surrogacy agencies are vast. In this Surrogacy Talk, Frank discusses six of the differences that make Golden stand out. These are the differences that matter most because when it comes to building the fa...
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7:19