Surrogacy, Donor Conception & Queer Fertility Advice with Dr. Julian Escobar

Thinking about surrogacy or donor conception? 🌈 In this episode of Building Your Family, Dr. Julian Escobar — fertility expert, LGBTQ+ advocate, influencer, and dad — joins Lisa Schuman to explore the real questions hopeful parents face when building a family through assisted reproduction.

💬 What you'll learn in this episode:

The emotional and financial realities of surrogacy

How to think about donor selection from a medical and psychological perspective

Common mistakes hopeful parents make (and how to avoid them)

Advice for LGBTQ+ couples pursuing parenthood

Why openness and long-term thinking matter in donor conception

🎧 Whether you're planning your path to parenthood or supporting someone who is, this warm and informative conversation will help you feel more grounded and confident in your decisions.

🧠 Hosted by Lisa Schuman, LCSW — award-winning reproductive therapist, author, and founder of the Building Your Family platform.

Follow Dr. Julian Escobar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjulianescobar/