Protecting Your Peace: Mental Health and Emotional Support in Surrogacy

05/12/2025 18 min Episodio 15
Protecting Your Peace: Mental Health and Emotional Support in Surrogacy

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Episode Summary
In this episode of The Surrogate’s Corner, attorney James Mahan discusses the unique emotional challenges surrogates face throughout their journey, from the highs of helping create a family to the lows of failed transfers, miscarriages, or post-delivery separation. James explains how legal contracts, agency support, and personal networks can safeguard surrogates’ mental health and ensure they receive the care they need during and after pregnancy. He also addresses the importance of counseling, peer support groups, and contract language that prioritizes the surrogate’s overall well-being.
Key Timestamps
00:54 – Emotional highs and lows in the surrogacy journey
03:32 – Building a strong personal and family support network
06:15 – Negotiating mental health resources in contracts
09:22 – The role of intended parents and varying relationships
11:05 – Postpartum emotional challenges unique to surrogacy
13:44 – Preparing mentally for repeat journeys
15:36 – Peer support groups and online communities for surrogates
17:20 – How contract language can protect surrogate well-being
About the Show
Surrogate's Corner is a podcast dedicated to advocating for surrogates and donors, offering practical legal and psychological guidance for their journeys. Featuring attorney James Mahan, the show provides actionable insights to navigate the emotional, legal, and relational complexities of surrogacy with confidence and clarity.

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