January 29, 2016
Taxes and Gestational Surrogacy: A First-Timer’s Guide
If you are considering becoming a gestational surrogate, you may have questions about how to handle your taxes. Most expenses associated with surrogacy are incurred by the intended parents, so you probably won’t have many deductions. The major question to ask is whether or not the compensation you received as a surrogate is taxable income. […]
January 15, 2016
Gestational Surrogacy – What Are the Risks?
Gestational surrogacy brings risks, many of them the same ones associated with any pregnancy, but a few unique to surrogacy. Knowing what to expect can help you to prepare and possibly avoid some of these risks. They can be physical, emotional or economic. We’ll explore risks before, during, and after the surrogacy.
January 1, 2016
A Surrogacy Journey
Our Journey By Katy Encalade This story is near and dear to my heart because, for the first time, I did not watch from afar the light in a family’s eyes as their son was born, but rather I was blessed to watch it first hand as their gestational carrier. Day in and day out […]
December 30, 2015
“And then Our Family Grew by Not 1, but 2 (or 3!)” – Advice for Surrogate Pregnancy with Multiples
In Vitro Fertilization technology has evolved so much over the years that pregnancies with four, five, six or more babies have become increasingly rare. But twin and triplet pregnancies are still pretty common. Doctors are reluctant to transfer several embryos to the surrogate because multiple child pregnancies bring risks to both the surrogate mother and […]
December 16, 2015
Gestational Surrogacy FAQ: Can I Be a Surrogate More Than Once?
Have you been a gestational surrogate before and are considering trying again? Or are you exploring surrogacy options and wondering how many surrogate pregnancies you could potentially have? If you are healthy, have at least one child of your own and meet certain parameters, you may be a candidate. Some families prefer to work with […]
November 27, 2015
Tips for Juggling Being a Gestational Surrogate and Having a Full-time Job
A surrogate pregnancy is both like and unlike any other pregnancy. What do you need to consider as it relates to your full time job? Surrogacy agreements normally compensate you for the expenses and inconvenience of carrying the pregnancy to term, so being a surrogate is no substitute for full-time work. Unless you have a […]
November 13, 2015
Egg Donation – What Can You Expect Before, During, and After?
Wondering if you could be an egg donor? Your decision to donate eggs could help to create at least one new family and earn you the lifetime gratitude of an infertile couple. But it’s important to consider what’s right for you when making your decision. Here’s an overview of what to expect, but don’t hesitate […]
October 30, 2015
Surrogacy FAQ: What Is the Difference Between Traditional and Gestational Surrogacy?
When you first explore surrogacy as an option to create your family, you’ll soon find yourself in a world of completely unfamiliar terms and acronyms. One of the first things you’ll need to learn as an intended parent (IP) or surrogate is the difference between traditional and gestational surrogacy. This distinction is important, both legally […]
October 16, 2015
Post-Partum Relations: Staying in Touch after Surrogacy
Every relationship between surrogates, IPs and gestational children is unique. It’s up to the parties involved to decide what is right for them. Some may prefer to maintain a business/cordial relationship during the pregnancy with little to no contact once the baby is born. Others may become lifelong friends. Talk to your IPs and your […]
September 30, 2015
How to Find a Gestational Surrogacy Agency in Florida
Finding the right gestational surrogacy agency can make all the difference in the quality of your surrogacy journey experience. Working with a Florida surrogacy agency as either an intended surrogate or a potential gestational surrogate, can be simpler than in many other states because Florida has clear laws covering surrogacy. You won’t face the uncertainty […]
