The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 21 - “When Infertility Strikes Families. An Interview with Liz Somerstein, Partner at Greenspoon Marder”

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Featuring Marla Neufeld, Greenspoon Marder Surrogacy Partner

w/ Special Guest: Liz Somerstein, Land Use & Zoning Partner, Greenspoon Marder

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The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART. For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com/attorneys/marla-neufeld/

To contact Marla, email [email protected].

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Guest Speaker Contact:

Liz Somerstein, Land Use & Zoning Partner, Greenspoon Marder

Email Address: [email protected]

Website: www.gmlaw.com

About Me (Bio): https://www.gmlaw.com/attorneys/elizabeth-somerstein/

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Need Help? Go to www.resolve.org

RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, established in 1974, is dedicated to ensuring that all people challenged in their family building journey reach resolution through being empowered by knowledge, supported by community, united by advocacy, and inspired to act.

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Email [email protected]

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• Spotify
• YouTube

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This Greenspoon Marder LLP content is issued for informational purposes only and is not intended to be construed or used as general legal advice nor a solicitation of any type. Please contact the author(s) or your Greenspoon Marder LLP contact if you have any questions regarding the currency of this information. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision. Before you decide, ask for written information about the lawyer’s legal qualifications and experience.

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 20 - "All about Family Source Consultants (FSC)"

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Featuring Marla Neufeld, Greenspoon Marder Surrogacy Partner

w/ Special Guest: Staci Swiderski, CEO/Founder, Family Source Consultants

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The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART. For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com.

To contact Marla, email [email protected].

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Guest Speaker Contact:

Staci Swiderski, CEO/Founder, Family Source Consultants (FSC)

Email Address: [email protected]

Website: https://www.familysourceconsultants.com/

Social Media Handles and Links for Staci Swiderski:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staci-swiderski-b87a4317

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staciswiderski/

Website: staciswiderski.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shedecidespodcast

Social Media Handles and Links for FSC:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/family-source-consultants

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourfamilysource/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FamilySourceConsultants

X/Twitter: https://x.com/family_source

Website: www.familysourceconsultants.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FamilySourceConsultants

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

Email [email protected]

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 19 - "“Interview with Director of Partner Relations at SeedTrust, a Surrogacy and Egg Donor Escrow Company”"

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Featuring Marla Neufeld, Greenspoon Marder Surrogacy Partner

w/ Special Guest: Abby Helmuth, Director of Partner Relations at SeedTrust, a Surrogacy and Egg Donor Escrow Company

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The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART. For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com.

To contact Marla, email [email protected].

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Guest Speaker Contact:

Abby Helmuth, Director of Partner Relations at SeedTrust, a Surrogacy and Egg Donor Escrow Company

Email Address: [email protected]

Website: www.SeedTrustEscrow.com

Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/seedtrustescrow/ [instagram.com]

https://www.facebook.com/SeedTrustEscrow [facebook.com]

https://www.linkedin.com/company/seedtrustescrow/ [linkedin.com]

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

Email [email protected]

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Available on Platforms:

• Amazon Music
• RSS
• Spotify
• YouTube

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This Greenspoon Marder LLP content is issued for informational purposes only and is not intended to be construed or used as general legal advice nor a solicitation of any type. Please contact the author(s) or your Greenspoon Marder LLP contact if you have any questions regarding the currency of this information. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision. Before you decide, ask for written information about the lawyer’s legal qualifications and experience.

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 18 - "Interview with Jarret Zafran, Esq, Founder and Executive Director of New York Based Surrogacy Agency, Brownstone Surrogacy"

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Featuring Marla Neufeld, Greenspoon Marder Surrogacy Partner

w/ Special Guest: Jarret Zafran, Esq, Founder and Executive Director of New York Based Surrogacy Agency, Brownstone Surrogacy

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The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART. For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com.

To contact Marla, email [email protected].

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Guest Speaker Contact:

Jarret Zafran, Esq.

Founder and Executive Director of New York Based Surrogacy Agency, Brownstone Surrogacy

Emails:

[email protected]; [email protected]

Phone Number: (917)727-9091

Website: www.brownstonesurrogacy.com

Social Media: @brownstonesurrogacy *(Same on all platforms)

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

Email [email protected]

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Available on Platforms:

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• Spotify
• YouTube

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 17 - “All About Surrogacy Simplified - Surrogacy Consultant and Concierge”

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Featuring Special Guest:

Jessie Jaskulsky

Owner of Surrogacy Simplified, Surrogacy Consultant and Concierge

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The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART. For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com.

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Guest Speaker Contact:

Jessie Jaskulsky, Owner of Surrogacy Simplified, Surrogacy Consultant and Concierge

[email protected]

Website: https://surrogacysimplified.com/

Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/surrogacysimplified/

https://www.facebook.com/people/Surrogacy-Simplified/100093663350525/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessiejaskulsky/

Additional Resources:

Jessie Jaskulsky has a free community for Intended Parents pursuing surrogacy - it is a place for them to connect with others on a similar path to parenthood and learn so much about the surrogacy process.

• Visit: https://www.skool.com/surrogacy-simplified-1027/about

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Episode Questions:

1. What made you decide to start Surrogacy Simplified?
2. Where is your office based out of?
3. How does Surrogacy Simplified differ from a traditional surrogacy agency?
4. How do you work in tandem with a traditional surrogacy agency?
5. What types of questions are important to discuss between the surrogate and intended parents when being matched?
6. Tell us about your “Community for Intended Parents” and your e-book.
7. What other types of services does Surrogacy Simplified do after the matching process and during the embryo transfer process/pregnancy and post-delivery?
8. How do you support Intended Parents on an independent journey?"
9. What is the best way to contact you?

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

Email [email protected]

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 16 - "All About the Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF)"

Guest Speaker:

Elana Frank, CEO & Founder, Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF)

Efrat Yuzefovich, JFF-Miami Manager, Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF)

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Guest Speaker Contact:

• Elana Frank, CEO & Founder, Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF) – Click the following link to schedule a meeting with Elana – https://calendly.com/JFF [calendly.com]
• Efrat Yuzefovich, JFF-Miami Manager, Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF) – Click the following link to schedule a meeting with Efrat – https://calendly.com/efrat-jewishfertilityfoundation

https://jewishfertilityfoundation.org

https://www.instagram.com/jewishfertilityfoundation/

https://www.facebook.com/JewishFertilityFoundation

SAVE THE DATE! 10th Anniversary JFF Gala, Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Visit the JFF website to learn more about the event and how to become a sponsor!

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Episode Questions:

1. What was the basis for the creation of JFF?

2. What are the main services/mission of JFF?

• a. Financial assistance
• b. Emotional support
• c. Infertility education

3. Do you have to be Jewish for assistance? (both parents, one parent, etc).

4. Approx. how many babies have you helped and total grants allocated?

5. What is the current plan for expansion in Miami? What types of services will be offered in Miami?

6. Do you have to be located in Miami for services?

7. What other locations nationally do you operate?

8. What types of services/grants are available or will be available for third party assisted reproduction?

9. How to learn more about JFF/How become aware of upcoming events/support, etc?

10. Tell us about your 10th anniversary gala on January 14, 2025

11. What is best way to contact JFF?

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This Greenspoon Marder LLP content is issued for informational purposes only and is not intended to be construed or used as general legal advice nor a solicitation of any type. Please contact the author(s) or your Greenspoon Marder LLP contact if you have any questions regarding the currency of this information. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision. Before you decide, ask for written information about the lawyer’s legal qualifications and experience.

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 15 - "All About Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions and Their Services"

Guest Speaker: Katy Encalade, Executive Director and Owner, Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions

The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART. For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com.

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Guest Speaker Contact:

Katy Encalade, Executive Director and Owner, Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions

www.CreateAHappyFamily.com [createahappyfamily.com]

Me, You, and Who Podcast, Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/me-you-who-creating-happy-families-via-egg-donation/id1655017371 [podcasts.apple.com]

Me, You, and Who Podcast, Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/show/2qHPZay3shiMvbGb0EwBuO [open.spotify.com]

https://www.instagram.com/createahappyfamily/

https://www.tiktok.com/@createahappyfamily

https://www.facebook.com/EggDonorAndSurrogateSolutions

https://www.youtube.com/@eggdonorandsurrogatesolutions

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

Email [email protected]

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Available on Platforms:

Amazon Music

RSS

Spotify

YouTube

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This Greenspoon Marder LLP content is issued for informational purposes only and is not intended to be construed or used as general legal advice nor a solicitation of any type. Please contact the author(s) or your Greenspoon Marder LLP contact if you have any questions regarding the currency of this information. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision. Before you decide, ask for written information about the lawyer’s legal qualifications and experience.

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 14 - "Embryo Donation”

Guest Speaker: Deb Roberts Founder & CEO, Embryo Connections

The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART.

For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com.

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Guest Speaker Contact: Deb Roberts Founder & CEO, Embryo Connections

https://www.embryoconnections.org *(schedule a meeting/consultation via the website)

Additional resources: https://embracedonation.org/

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Email [email protected]

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Available on Platforms:

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• RSS
• Spotify
• YouTube

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 13 - "Why an Intended Parent May Need to Pursue Surrogacy Medically and What the Dr. Looks for When Screening a Surrogate”

Guest Speaker:

Dr. Jenna McCarthy Board Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist, IVF MD

The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART.

For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com.

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Guest Speaker Contact:

Dr. Jenna McCarthy Board Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist, IVF MD

Phone: (561) 972-6900

Email: [email protected]

https://www.ivfmd.com/about-us/providers/jenna-mccarthy-md/

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Email [email protected]

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Available on Platforms:

Amazon Music

gmlaw.com

Spotify

YouTube

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This Greenspoon Marder LLP content is issued for informational purposes only and is not intended to be construed or used as general legal advice nor a solicitation of any type. Please contact the author(s) or your Greenspoon Marder LLP contact if you have any questions regarding the currency of this information. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision. Before you decide, ask for written information about the lawyer’s legal qualifications and experience.

The Surrogacy Space, Ep. 12 – “What an Agency Looks for When Picking a Surrogate.”

Guest Speaker:

Souad Dreyfus CEO & Founder, Open Arms Consultants (Surrogacy and Egg Donation)

The Surrogacy Space is a podcast on all things pertaining to third party assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sessions will focus on topics such as: the legal issues involved with surrogacy, egg, sperm, and embryo donation, best practices in third party ART, where to start when beginning a third-party ART journey, and how to avoid pitfalls. Different professionals in the ART industry will join the podcast such as surrogacy agencies, reproductive doctors, mental health professionals and other critical players involved with third party ART.

For any questions or legal needs, please contact Marla Neufeld at [email protected].

Learn more about Marla Neufeld at https://www.gmlaw.com.

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Guest Speaker Contact: Souad Dreyfus CEO & Founder, Open Arms Consultants

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone: (954) 213-4525

https://www.openarmssurrogacy.com

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Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Email [email protected]

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Available on Platforms:

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Spotify

YouTube

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This Greenspoon Marder LLP content is issued for informational purposes only and is not intended to be construed or used as general legal advice nor a solicitation of any type. Please contact the author(s) or your Greenspoon Marder LLP contact if you have any questions regarding the currency of this information. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision. Before you decide, ask for written information about the lawyer’s legal qualifications and experience.