Keri Croft on Grief, Growth, & the Road to Surrogacy (EP28)

Here to share her deeply personal journey through infertility and ultimately, surrogacy is my friend (and fellow podcaster), Keri Croft. On this episode, Keri opens up about her decision to pursue surrogacy, the support systems that sustained her, and the workshop she created to help others find their dream surrogate. This powerful conversation is a testament to resilience, community, and the courage to keep moving forward. The conversation covers Carrie's private battle with infertility, the decision to pursue surrogacy, and the emotional, financial, and logistical aspects of finding a surrogate.Diane's Note: Surrogacy can be a complex—and sometimes even controversial—topic that touches on deeply personal, ethical, and emotional layers that vary widely from one person’s experience to the next. While opinions may differ, it’s important to approach these conversations with empathy and openness. Listening to real stories—like Keri’s—offers a powerful opportunity to move beyond assumptions and gain a deeper understanding of the realities many individuals and families face. By learning from others’ lived experiences, we not only broaden our own perspective but also become better equipped to support and stand alongside those in our lives who are navigating infertility, loss, or alternative paths to parenthood.Links Discussed in This Episode |Episode: Chad Underwood on Male Factor Infertility, Mental Health and Modo YogaConnect with Keri:InstagramPodcast: The Keri Croft ShowYoutubeSurrogacy WorkshopAbout Keri|Keri Croft is the host of *The Keri Croft Show*, a mom, entrepreneur, and advocate for infertility, child loss, and surrogacy. After 16 years of infertility and the heartbreaking loss of her daughters Angel, Hope, and Jade, Keri now supports others on similar journeys—especially those navigating surrogacy without an agency. She spent 15 years in IT sales, finishing her corporate career as an Enterprise Director at AT&T before launching her own fitness brand, System of Strength. The company grew to include multiple studios and a global digital platform. Keri brings a mix of grit, heart, and honesty to everything she does—on the mic and beyond.Episode Sponsors |Clear Intentions would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter or work through bad habits that keep you stuck, I’d love to help you achieve your goals! We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your life are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away.  For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact!Our Sponsors:* Check out Armoire and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://www.armoire.style* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://www.avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Blueland: https://blueland.com/clear* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://happymammoth.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy