November 9, 2024
Understanding Egg Donor Agreements
If you are considering donating eggs or are an intended parent contemplating the use of donor eggs, it’s important to understand the legalities and regulations that surround the process. Burdensome as egg donor agreements may seem, they are in place to protect the rights of the donor, the IPs and any future children. Do You […]
November 9, 2024
Understanding the Impact Your Egg Donation Could Mean
Infertility is a heartbreaking challenge faced by many couples every day. Thanks to medical and technological breakthroughs, facing infertility does not mean dreams of having a family cannot come true. For many couples struggling with infertility, the long-awaited first step towards becoming a family begins with finding the right egg donor; and for many women […]
November 9, 2024
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 […]
November 9, 2024
Egg Donation and Sibling Registry: What You Need to Know
If you decide to create your family through surrogacy or IVF, you may be able to use your own eggs; however, it is more common to use donor eggs. You may be unable to use your own because of injury or illness, such as cancer and subsequent chemotherapy. You may be menopausal or have undergone […]
November 9, 2024
What is Gestational Surrogacy? And Why Should Your Family Consider It?
Couples who are unable to become pregnant or sustain a pregnancy to term sometimes find gestational surrogacy to be their best option for creating their own families. What is gestational surrogacy? Let’s start with what it’s not. It’s not the same as traditional surrogacy, in which the surrogate mother both gestates the pregnancy and provides […]
November 9, 2024
Making a Difference Through Egg Donation
Becoming a Gestational Surrogate is a wonderful and selfless way to help Intended Parents create the family of their dreams; however, Surrogacy is not for everyone and it is not the only way to help those wishing for a family of their own! Many healthy women who are unable or uncomfortable committing to a Surrogacy […]
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
The Quick-Read Guide to Surrogacy Terms and Abbreviations
When you first begin to investigate surrogacy, you may be overwhelmed by the number of terms and abbreviations you might have never heard before. Whether you’re considering creating your family through surrogacy or thinking about becoming a surrogate yourself, there’s a lot to learn. Here’s a quick guide to some of the most common terms: […]
November 9, 2024
Overwhelmed by Egg Donation and Surrogacy? Here’s What to Do.
The entire surrogacy journey can be intimidating for the novice Intended Parent. If you also need to use donor eggs, the process is even more complex. Where do you even start? Working with an egg donation agency or a surrogacy agency can smooth the way for you. They will walk you through the entire process […]
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. […]
