Navigating Fertility in the US: A Guide for International Parents Seeking Treatment with Richard Westoby and Julio Gaggia

What does it take to navigate a U.S. surrogacy journey from abroad—and how do you stay grounded when the internet offers either too little or way too much information? In this episode of Fertility Café, host Eloise Drane talks with Richard Westoby and Julio Gaggia  of IVF Daddies about Richard’s 14-year journey to fatherhood, the realities international parents face (legal, financial, and logistical), and why transparency and the right team matter more than glossy promises. Whether you’re two dads, a heterosexual couple, or a solo parent exploring options, this conversation offers practical steps, candid cost talk, and a framework for picking trustworthy partners. You’ll Learn Why many international families choose the U.S.—and the state-by-state legal factors that matter A realistic all-in cost range for U.S. surrogacy today and where surprises tend to appear How to structure your “team” (agency, clinic, attorneys, insurance) to reduce conflicts of interest The first questions to...