November 9, 2024
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 […]
November 9, 2024
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 […]
November 9, 2024
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 […]
November 9, 2024
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 9, 2024
Egg Donation and Your Health: What You Need to Know
If you’re considering egg donation, it’s important to go in with both eyes open. It’s essential to know what to expect every step along the way. Gaining a full understanding of any risks you should be aware of in the testing, preparation, retrieval, and recovery stages can help you begin your surrogacy journey with confidence. […]
November 9, 2024
Is it Better to Work With a Local Surrogacy Agency? Or One With Larger Reach?
If you’re thinking about becoming a surrogate, there are a lot of things to consider. You’ll have plenty of questions and need advice and support. Your best resource for both is your surrogacy agency. But you may wonder, does it matter if you use a local agency or a national one with a wide reach? […]
November 9, 2024
Why Women Decide to Become Gestational Surrogates
We recently spoke to the founder and CEO of Surrogate Solutions, Gayle Garrett about the reasons women choose to become surrogates. She shared that for most women, the reasons are very personal. For the most part, it’s some variation of feeling fortunate they were able to become pregnant and blessed to have a family of […]
November 9, 2024
Should You Be a Surrogate for a Family Member? The Pros and Cons
Surrogacy is both rewarding and emotional for everyone involved – even more so when the surrogate is a family member. For many families, a family member acting as a surrogate can complicate relationships and your surrogacy journey. There are both good and bad factors to consider about being a surrogate for a family member. The […]
November 9, 2024
Tips for New Dads: How to Bond With Your Baby Born Through Surrogacy
You’re finally going to reach your goal of being a dad. You and your partner have suffered together through infertility or other obstacles to creating a family, but the day is here at last. Stuff’s about to get real. Soon you will have that tiny baby in your arms. Your first thought may be, “Now […]
