July 18, 2013
Out of Town IPs? Three Great Ways to Make Sure They are Included in Your Pregnancy
Surrogates and Intended Parents will not always find their perfect match in close geographic proximity to each other. In fact, many Surrogates find themselves working with Intended Parents who do live out of town. While this is not a make or break factor when it comes to clicking and finding the right couple to work […]
June 28, 2013
Strategies for Helping Your Surrogate During (and Right After) Transfer
The time during and immediately following an embryo transfer is critical for both the Surrogate and Intended Parents alike. The embryo transfer is one of the last steps on the journey to becoming pregnant, so it is often a time of both excitement and nervous anticipation for all parties. While there is nothing during the […]
June 14, 2013
Can You be Declined from Being a Gestational Surrogate?
For many women, becoming a surrogate is a dream come true. Many surrogates have expressed that although their family was complete, they missed being pregnant and wanted the opportunity to give another family the gift of a child; these feelings are not uncommon. While becoming a surrogate is an extremely rewarding journey, it is also […]
June 7, 2013
Thinking About an Out-of-State Surrogacy Relationship? Here are a Few Things to Consider.
Sometimes, a surrogacy journey may lead you down the path towards an out-of-state surrogacy. Reasons for out-of-state surrogacy relationships can range from varying state to state surrogacy laws to simply finding the right match elsewhere. Whatever the reason may be, it is highly important for anyone possibly embarking on an out-of-state surrogacy to consider some […]
May 31, 2013
Egg Donation Isn’t Just for Surrogacy
Although egg donation is a big part of surrogacy, it is not solely exclusive to surrogates. Egg donation has also proven to be a wonderful option for families who are capable of carrying a baby, but are unable to conceive with their own eggs. For many intended parents, working with an egg donor may be […]
May 28, 2013
Ready to Match with Intended Parents? Make Sure it is a Good Fit
One of the most exciting and essential early milestones in any surrogate’s journey is matching with intended parents. Surrogates and intended parents share a special, emotional, and joyous experience unlike any other over the course of roughly a year. The surrogate-intended parents’ relationship is the key foundation to a successful and happy pregnancy for both […]
May 22, 2013
What Costs are Associated with Surrogacy?
While surrogacy is often a long-awaited answer of hope for many intended parents, it’s no secret that it can also be very expensive. Although most intended parents expect to pay the required surrogacy fee, they do not always anticipate the associated costs, including agency fees, attorneys, medical costs, insurance, IVF procedures, and additional financial support […]
May 17, 2013
Texas Family Overcome Challenges of Gestational Surrogacy
Although Ed and Anthony’s surrogacy journey led to a joyous ending with a happy and healthy baby girl, no path is without its own unique set of challenges. Being a nontraditional couple, Ed and Anthony experienced unique situations that are not always present for traditional couples. They needed to find a gestational surrogate as well […]
