Building a family is one of life’s most meaningful journeys—but choosing the right team to guide you is crucial. In this episode of The Fertility Café, host Eloise Drane dives into the essential factors in selecting the best medical, legal, and emotional support for your path to parenthood.

Too often, patient care takes a backseat to efficiency and profits, leaving intended parents, surrogates, and donors feeling overlooked. Eloise unpacks how to advocate for yourself, ask the right questions, and find a team that values your unique needs.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The critical roles of medical teams, mental health professionals, legal counsel, agencies, insurance specialists, and escrow managers.
• Key questions to ask when choosing a fertility clinic, agency, or legal team.
• How to ensure inclusivity, especially for non-traditional families, LGBTQ+ individuals, and single parents.
• Tips for surrogates and donors to feel supported and respected throughout the process.
• Advocacy strategies to make your voice heard and ensure your journey aligns with your values.

Resources Mentioned:

• Visit thefertilitycafe.com for helpful guides and additional resources.
• Check out Episode 102 with Kenny Smalls for an in-depth look at fertility labs.

🎧 Tune in now to gain confidence in choosing the right team for your journey to parenthood.

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