Advocacy is the heartbeat of Amy’s surrogacy journey.

In this episode, Amy shares the wisdom she gained through her experience as a surrogate — from her commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ family building to the personal lessons she learned navigating a serious medical complication.

Through her story, Amy reflects on how advocacy shows up at every stage of surrogacy: listening to your body, speaking up when something doesn’t feel right, and showing up with care and intention for the families and surrogates involved.

This conversation explores:

Advocacy in surrogacy and assisted reproduction

Supporting LGBTQ+ families through family building

Navigating medical uncertainty during pregnancy

Why listening to your body and trusting your instincts matters

How lived experience shapes better support for surrogates and intended parents

If you’re considering surrogacy, egg donation, or assisted reproduction — whether as a potential surrogate or intended parent — this episode offers clarity, support, and a grounded perspective on what it means to create families with care.