Mexico City Edition - My Surrogacy Journey - The Podcast

Join Mike, Wes and Jess as they explore everything American Intended Parents should explore when considering a cross border surrogacy journey. They also discuss the timelines to this specific type of journey.

Throughout this special season of the podcast we'll explore all the topics that you have questions about doing surrogacy, and specifically doing surrogacy in Mexico City. 

Jess is American and is a mom through surrogacy - in addition being our North America Membership Operations manager. Who better to understand what the pathway looks like!

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's Mexico City offices in Polanco, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

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Welcome to a new season of My Surrogacy Journey The Podcast - Mexico City Edition! A season dedicated to American Intended Parents exploring cross border surrogacy. During this episode, Mike and Wes, Co-Founders and CEO's of My Surrogacy Journey (MSJ) are joined by the incredible Jess Williams - North America Operations Membership Manager.

We are so excited to have recently launched our tailored US – Mexico City pathway specifically for American IPs who would like to, or need to, do surrogacy outside of the USA. Have a listen to find out all about MSJ's surrogacy program and how we remove a lot of the complication and stress for intended parents compared to a typical US journey.

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's Mexico City offices in Birmingham, UK, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

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In this episode, we speak with JiJi Giron and Charlie Hedley of CRYOLOGISTICS about everything involved in hand-carrying embryos. From the logistics of safely transporting embryos to the expertise of their team, we cover all the key details you need to know. Whether you're navigating an international journey or just curious about the process, you'll get insight into how CRYOLOGISTICS ensures your embryos are in the best hands. A great opportunity to hear from the experts and gain peace of mind.

JiJi Giron - Co-Founder , COO & CMO of CRYOLOGISTICS

JiJi Giron, Co-Founder of CRYOLOGISTICS , brings years of experience as a medical courier and a passion for IVF to her role. Alongside her husband Charlie, she founded the company to revolutionize hand-carried cryo transport.

As COO and CMO, JiJi ensures operations align with the company’s mission of excellence, while creating a personalized, family-focused experience for clients. With a background in brand strategy, she is dedicated to helping individuals and couples—both heterosexual and LGBTQ+—navigate their journey to parenthood, no matter the distance.

Charlie Hedley - Giron - Co-Founder & CEO of CRYOLOGISTICS

Charlie Hedley, Co-Founder and CEO of CRYOLOGISTICS has travelled over a million miles as a medical courier, hand-carrying hundreds of cryogenic transports to help families in 70+ countries achieve their IVF or surrogacy dreams. Co-founding CRYOLOGISTICS with his wife JiJi, Charlie set out to revolutionise cryo transportation with personalised, secure services for families worldwide.

With his extensive experience in medical couriering and as a multicultural entrepreneur, Charlie is committed to providing the most advanced and reliable cryo transport solutions, ensuring families can pursue parenthood without boundaries.

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's UK offices in Birmingham, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Victory and Nurse Manager Lisa Hogan to discuss the unique pathway created by MSJ for Intended Parents (IPs) in Canada travelling to Mexico City. We explore why many families choose to work with VRC, the current state of surrogacy in Canada, and the reasons behind MSJ’s partnership with them. Dr. Victory and Lisa share insights into why Mexico City is an ideal surrogacy destination, with Lisa reflecting on her own trip and how the reality differed from her expectations. We also cover the options available for IPs considering the Mexico City pathway, including surrogate travel for embryo transfer and the logistics of transporting embryos. Tune in for a deeper look at how MSJ is helping families navigate international surrogacy with ease.

Lisa Hogan - Nurse Manager

Lisa Hogan is a registered nurse with over 20 years of experience in high-risk labor and delivery at Windsor Regional Hospital. In 2020, she transitioned from delivering babies to helping families create them, joining Victory Reproductive Care (VRC) as Nurse Manager. Lisa has been instrumental in developing VRC’s Third Party Program and securing key accreditations, including OHP and Health Canada AHRA certifications. With a deep understanding of Canadian regulations, her focus is on ensuring every family’s journey toward parenthood is safe, personalized, and supported. She is also dedicated to growing the business and improving patient flow at VRC.

Dr Victory - BSc, MD, FRCSC, FACOG

Dr. Rahi Victory is a board-certified Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist, licensed in both Canada and the U.S. With a passion for improving reproductive health, he is dedicated to helping men and women achieve their family-building goals. Dr. Victory is deeply involved in fertility research and has created a patient-centred, multidisciplinary clinic that focuses on holistic care. As a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, he is committed to providing the highest standard of care to patients from all backgrounds.

This podcast was recorded at Ella House - Dublin, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

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In the final episode of this season, we’re so pleased to be joined by the wonderful Georgia and Duncan, intended parents and members of My Surrogacy Journey. Georgia and Duncan have been members with MSJ for a while now. After navigating through a UK surrogacy journey, which sadly didn't quite get there they decided to try a surrogacy journey in Mexico City with MSJ.

As we recorded this episode, just 2 weeks from embryo transfer in Mexico City, Georgia and Duncan share openly why they chose Mexico City, how MSJ looked after them in country and meeting and managing their relationship with their Mexican surrogate. As well as this, we discuss how they’ve supported each other over the years and how they’ve grown individually and together – talking helps!

They’ve chosen to share their story to help others going through the same – follow www.instagram.com/wellbeing_withgeorgia to find out more.

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's UK offices in Birmingham, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

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The most wonderful time of your journey, when your baby has arrived! But before embarking on your journey you’ll have so many questions about the paperwork, how to get your baby’s passport and how soon you can bring them home. Joined by the very knowledgeable Enrique Arcipreste Morales of Ayala Arcipreste, we’ll run through the issuing of the birth certificate, obtaining of a passport and any preparation that you’ll need to do ahead of all of this. And as a member of MSJ, our team will support you through every step before, during after.

Enrique Arcipreste Morales – Ayala Arcipreste

Enrique has undergone specialization courses in human rights, health, bioethics and bio law at the American University Washington College of Law, the Universidad del Rosario and the National Autonomous University of Mexico.

He has collaborated with different Mexican civil society organizations, such as Sin Fronteras I.A.P. and the Mexican Commission for the Defense and Promotion of Human Rights (CMDPDH), and international organizations including the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) as a specialist during the preparation of the National Report on the Exercise of Sexual and Reproductive Rights.

Likewise, he has taught classes at the bachelor’s and master’s levels at the Ibero-American University and specialized courses on surrogacy to judges of the Superior Court of Justice of Mexico City.

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's Mexico City offices in Polanco, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

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In this episode we talk to Dr Covarrubias Haiek about Las Pedregal hospital, birthing plans and what a typical birth looks like in Mexico City. In short, we cover all the questions you’ll want to know, about you, your surrogate and your baby during birth and the days after. Another great opportunity to hear more about her wonderful and experienced team and be reassured that you’re in the best possible hands.

Dr. Florencia Covarrubias Haiek

Dr Covarrubias is a Mexican board-certified obstetrics and gynaecology specialist. Born in Mexico City, she went through medical school and residency here, gaining two certifications in clinical sexology and now also works as a teacher in Anahuac University.

She runs a private practice in one of Mexico´s City most important hospitals, Hospital Angeles Pedregal. Dr. Covarrubias and her team specialise in respectful/ humanised childbirth, taking care of surrogate and baby from the first weeks of pregnancy. Not only this, but she believes that the IP’s are involved in the pregnancy and works with everyone to ensure this happens.

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's Mexico City offices in Polanco, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

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So you have a successful pregnancy. Great news, but how can you be sure your surrogate is given the best care? We’re proud to welcome Dr. Florencia Covarrubias Haiek to this episode as we discuss how pregnancy generally works in Mexico City and all about Dr Covarrubias Haiek’s team. She’ll be able to reassure you that through her and her team, your surrogate will be well cared for and receive the best support possible.

Dr. Florencia Covarrubias Haiek

Dr Covarrubias is a Mexican board-certified obstetrics and gynaecology specialist. Born in Mexico City, she went through medical school and residency here, gaining two certifications in clinical sexology and now also works as a teacher in Anahuac University.

She runs a private practice in one of Mexico´s City most important hospitals, Hospital Angeles Pedregal. Dr. Covarrubias and her team specialise in respectful/ humanised childbirth, taking care of surrogate and baby from the first weeks of pregnancy. Not only this, but she believes that the IP’s are involved in the pregnancy and works with everyone to ensure this happens.

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's Mexico City offices in Polanco, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Enrique Arcipreste Morales joins us again in this episode as we discuss why a contract is needed between you and your surrogate. Always keeping it fair and equal for all parties, we talk about the need for IP’s and surrogates to have separate lawyers, what’s covered in the contract and how to prepare. Another consideration is the cost, who pays what, and what membership with MSJ covers.

Enrique Arcipreste Morales – Ayala Arcipreste

Enrique has undergone specialization courses in human rights, health, bioethics and bio law at the American University Washington College of Law, the Universidad del Rosario and the National Autonomous University of Mexico.

He has collaborated with different Mexican civil society organizations, such as Sin Fronteras I.A.P. and the Mexican Commission for the Defense and Promotion of Human Rights (CMDPDH), and international organizations including the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) as a specialist during the preparation of the National Report on the Exercise of Sexual and Reproductive Rights.

Likewise, he has taught classes at the bachelor’s and master’s levels at the Ibero-American University and specialized courses on surrogacy to judges of the Superior Court of Justice of Mexico City.

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's Mexico City offices in Polanco, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re joined by Enrique Arcipreste Morales as we go into more detail about pre-birth orders, what they are and how you get one. As well as looking at timescales, how to prepare and what involvement your surrogate has in the whole process. A crucial part of your journey and this podcast will help make sense of it.

Enrique Arcipreste Morales – Ayala Arcipreste

Enrique has undergone specialization courses in human rights, health, bioethics and bio law at the American University Washington College of Law, the Universidad del Rosario and the National Autonomous University of Mexico.

He has collaborated with different Mexican civil society organizations, such as Sin Fronteras I.A.P. and the Mexican Commission for the Defense and Promotion of Human Rights (CMDPDH), and international organizations including the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) as a specialist during the preparation of the National Report on the Exercise of Sexual and Reproductive Rights.

Likewise, he has taught classes at the bachelor’s and master’s levels at the Ibero-American University and specialized courses on surrogacy to judges of the Superior Court of Justice of Mexico City.

This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's Mexico City offices in Polanco, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.