Ep 123 Surrogacy Journey Step by Step Guide with Mollie Huyck

Brave & Curious with Dr Lora Shahine

May 13, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 123

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Episode description

Are you curious about what surrogacy really involves—and whether it might be right for you or someone you love? Have you ever wondered if surrogacy is only an option for the wealthy or famous? Do you know the difference between traditional surrogacy and a gestational carrier?

In this episode of Brave & Curious, Dr. Lora Shahine has an eye-opening conversation with Mollie Huyck to explore the often complex and deeply personal world of surrogacy. Mollie is Director of Gestational Surrogacy Program at PNWF. Mollie's experience in the reproductive health field is deeply intertwined with a personal journey of unexplained infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss, which spanned a decade of medical treatments including use of gestational surrogacy.

Dr. Shahine and Mollie discuss the step by step process of finding and partnering with a gestational carrier (including warning signs and red flags you don’t want to miss along the way).

In this episode you’ll hear:

[2:54] Surrogacy vs. gestational carriers

[5:39] Mollie’s personal journey & professional insights

[10:07] Finding the right gestational carrier

[12:32] Legal representation is important

[17:31] Mental health & counseling during surrogacy

[22:01] Navigating surrogacy agencies

[32:45] Understanding the timeline & the cost

[37:50] Final thoughts

Resources mentioned:

pnwfertility.com

roaringadventures.org