February 10, 2017
What Are Surrogacy Agreements and How Are They Used in Surrogacy?
As a gestational surrogate or intended parent, one of the first issues that will be discussed is surrogacy agreements. These agreements are put into place to protect the interests of the gestational carrier and the intended parents throughout the surrogacy process and afterward. The difficulty is that laws vary from state to state, so there […]
January 27, 2017
IVF Cycling: Advice for Gestational Carriers
As a gestational carrier, there are many factors to consider to prepare yourself both mentally and physically for your surrogacy journey. You and the intended parents will work with a physician to keep you healthy and on track throughout. You will typically begin in a physician’s office where your reproductive health will be assessed. Assuming […]
December 30, 2016
Postpartum Process: What First-Time Surrogates Can Expect
Deciding to become a surrogate is a special choice that is unique to each surrogate. Many surrogates express enjoyment in being pregnant and miss the journey after their own families are complete. Some have stated seeing others struggle with something that came easily to their families makes them want to help others achieve the joy […]
December 16, 2016
Understanding Surrogacy and the Risks to You
Surrogacy is undoubtedly a rewarding and noble journey unlike any other. It truly takes a special person to help a family achieve their dreams of becoming parents. While the role of the surrogate is invaluable, it is important to recognize the potential risks associated with gestational surrogacy. If you are considering becoming a surrogate, consider […]
November 11, 2016
Breaking Through Misconceptions of Gestational Surrogacy
Although Gestational Surrogacy has been in practice for more than three decades, its common recognition is still fairly new in mainstream society. As with most topics that are not completely understood, many misconceptions still surround the Gestational Surrogacy journey, specifically regarding the compensation piece. Just this past year, a researcher from the University of Texas […]
October 3, 2016
Zika Virus and Gestational Surrogacy
As the Zika virus continues to spread through the United States, many Intended Parents find themselves facing new concerns in regard to starting or expanding a family safely. Although no treatment or vaccine for the Zika virus currently exists, recent updates from the CDC suggest that women in countries affected by the Zika virus do […]
September 16, 2016
Gestational Surrogacy in Louisiana: Understanding HB 1102
In a promising development for Louisiana intended parents, Governor John Bel Edwards has signed into law Bill HB 1102, which went into effect August 1, 2016. This law protects the parental rights of couples in Louisiana who have opted to use a gestational surrogate. Formerly, the child was not considered their own until he or […]
August 26, 2016
Battling Illness During Your Gestational Surrogacy: 8 Tips
Although Gestational Surrogacy is a very special kind of pregnancy, Surrogates do not become immune to common pregnancy risks. While all Surrogates we match with Intended Parents are in superior health and have all carried happy, healthy babies, illness during Gestational Surrogacy is still a real possibility. If you find yourself experiencing illness during your […]
August 12, 2016
Signs of a Great Surrogacy Agency
Finding a reputable surrogacy agency is as important as whether you are an Intended Parent or a Gestational Surrogate. Many components make up the surrogacy journey, including financial and legal matters, and, of course, matching the right set of IPs with the right Surrogate! Because the surrogacy journey is such a special time to be […]
July 30, 2016
Making it Work: Birth Plan Tips for Surrogate Pregnancies
Although surrogacy is becoming more common in American culture, many hospitals may not have specific protocol in place for handling surrogate births. Because of this, it is imperative to have a birth plan in place to ensure the Intended Parents, Surrogate, hospital, agency, and families are all aware of the role they will play in […]
