IVF & Surrogacy: What You MUST Know Before Starting the Journey

In this full episode of The Glamorous Grind, hosts Ilona Antonyan & Mila Arutunian sit down with adoption attorney Anna Howard. Navigating a split when you have frozen embryos can be tough, especially when child custody is involved. This can be a complex family court matter, and it's important to seek relationship advice if you're struggling with infertility or other fertility issues during a divorce. Together, they unpack:

• The legal paperwork you need before IVF or surrogacy
• What happens to embryos during a divorce
• Surrogacy contracts & disputes over termination rights
• Psychological evaluations for surrogates and why they matter
• Real risks when using friends or family as donors

CHAPTERS

00:00 Imagine freezing embryos, then divorcing: who gets them?

00:19 Meet guest Anna Howard, adoption & surrogacy attorney

02:16 IVF used to be rare, now widely discussed & accessible

04:19 Legal risks in using donors & contracts that prevent disputes

09:25 Divorce battles over frozen embryos & California’s legal gap

14:12 How clinics handle embryo storage, paperwork & disputes

20:43 Why you need a lawyer for surrogacy & donor agreements

25:07 Removing stigma, infertility struggles & glam tip: IVF prenup Whether you’re considering IVF, surrogacy, or just curious about the legal side of reproductive technology, this conversation gives you the tools to protect your future.

⚖️ Need help with a family law matter, custody case, or IVF agreement? Reach out to Antonyan Miranda LLP — we’re here to guide you.

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