In this heartfelt episode of the Girls Talk Healthy Aging Podcast, co-hosts Shawna Kaminski and Alli Kerr welcome back Laura Stevenson for an inspiring conversation about her journey through surrogacy and how she fulfilled her dream of becoming a mother. Laura, who had been managing a chronic cancer diagnosis, faced heartbreaking news when her doctors advised against getting pregnant. As adoption and surrogacy became her only options, Laura’s path took an unexpected turn when her sister-in-law Jenna offered to be her surrogate.

Join us as Laura shares her emotional journey from grief to gratitude, the steps she took to get as healthy as possible despite her cancer, and how she prepared her mind and body for the surrogacy process. Discover how Laura’s daily walks in the cold became a therapeutic routine, helping her find peace and resilience in a challenging time.

This episode takes a miraculous twist: while carrying Laura’s daughter, Rose, Jenna’s own health came into focus. A fibroid surgery was necessary before the egg transfer, and later, an ultrasound uncovered a kidney abnormality, eventually leading to Jenna’s own cancer diagnosis. Rose’s birth not only brought joy but may have helped save Jenna’s life. With deep love, incredible sacrifice, and unbreakable family bonds, Laura and Jenna’s story reminds us of the power of hope, resilience, and miracles.

To hear more of Laura’s journey with cancer, listen to Episode 49.

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