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Jul 2023
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703. Maria and Keven's Surrogacy Journey

Heal Squad
About this episode

Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster as Maria and Keven share their awe-inspiring "Surrogacy Journey" on this episode of Heal Squad. Joined by their surrogate couple and Stephanie Levich, from Family Match Consulting, they unravel the challenges faced in finding the perfect match in surrogacy and the crucial importance of a strong support system. Unforeseen delays and pandemic woes add unexpected twists, but the journey remains positive and rewarding as you will hear.


Tune in to witness the deep bond formed with their surrogate couple and the heartwarming, play-by-play, moments leading up to the long-awaited embryo transfer, birth week, and ultimately the welcoming of their little miracle, Athena. They discuss the aftermath, whether the surrogate will remain in touch with the baby (they will) and what other surrogates and families do. This podcast is a heartfelt celebration of love, family, and the power of surrogacy, that hopefully will shed light on the surrogacy journey while leaving you moved and inspired.


  • The Power of Love: a driving force throughout the entire surrogacy journey.
  • The Surrogate's Willingness: the selfless decision to carry and nurture a baby despite the challenges and risks involved.
  • Maria and Keven's Gratitude: acknowledging the surrogate's incredible gift and sacrifice.
  • Trust and Open Communication: Building trust and maintaining open communication between parties is crucial.
  • Overcoming Challenges: with resilience, support, and teamwork, surrogacy challenges can be overcome.
  • The Beauty of Family: Surrogacy can create bonds between surrogate and intended parents, family is not limited to blood relations.
  • Emotional Impact: it's essential to recognize and address emotions throughout the process.
  • Gratitude and Appreciation: fosters strong bonds and a sense of belonging.
  • Embracing Unexpected Blessings: the birth during challenging times, can bring immense joy and healing.
  • Joy in Sharing Moments: the joy in witnessing each other's happiness, creates lasting memories.
  • The Strength of Connection: The surrogacy journey can bring people together and create deep connections and lifelong bonds.



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ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS:

Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life.

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