Every family’s journey is different. Some intended parents choose surrogacy for only one child, while others move through the process multiple times to grow their families to the size that feels right. If you had a child before your fertility issues arose, or if you have children from previous surrogacy arrangements, you’ll need to explain … Read more
Going through an IVF cycle is expensive, whether it’s you or your surrogate experiencing the process. One source estimates that patients may spend up to $23,000, sometimes more, on each cycle of IVF. That’s an astronomical cost for the average American. And what if the attempt is not successful? Is an IVF refund in the … Read more
With celebrities like Lucy Liu and Tyra Banks raising awareness for surrogacy as a way of starting a family, it may seem as if surrogacy is a modern idea, just coming onto the scene. In reality, surrogacy has been practiced in various forms for millennia. Of course, the methods and medical technologies were far different … Read more
Pursuing gestational surrogacy as a family-building option can be very expensive. Costs range from $60,000 to $150,000 and typically include screening fees, surrogate compensation and expenses, attorneys’ fees, and fees for a surrogacy agency and fertility clinic. Of course, there are also the related medical costs and insurance payments. Take it all together, and the … Read more
Getting pregnant is much harder than you expected it to be, and you’ve been through a lot of anxiety and heartbreak. Stay strong, I’ve been in your shoes and there’s still hope for starting or expanding your family! If you’re seriously considering gestational surrogacy, here’s a checklist to help you get started.1. Confirm That Gestational … Read more
You’ve found a surrogate, either independently or through an agency, that you believe would be perfect to carry your baby. Now you need a surrogacy agreement, a legally binding contract between you and the surrogate. This document must clearly express the plans, expectations, and responsibilities of both parties. Here are some key elements to consider before … Read more
Many intended parents select a surrogacy agency to help them through the surrogacy process. An agency usually provides extra safeguards for both the intended parents and the surrogate herself. Many agencies consist of wonderful, caring professionals who believe in the work that they are doing and do it for all the right reasons with all … Read more
If you’re pursuing surrogacy as a family-building option, you’re probably curious about the gestational surrogate who will be carrying your baby. Who is she, really? What is she like? Why does she choose to allow other people’s babies to grow in her womb for nine months? The answers vary for each surrogate, of course. The … Read more
With modern medical advancement, new fertility treatments, and a growing awareness of surrogacy, you have more options for becoming a parent compared to a few decades ago. However, for some, once you tell your friends and family of your choice, you may encounter some ignorance and stigma. Even in this enlightened age, there is a … Read more
Whether your reasons stem from health issues, fertility struggles, or a lifestyle choice, you have decided that gestational surrogacy is your best option to build your new family. Perhaps you already have an attorney to guide you through legal matters related to assisted reproduction. Now you have to decide whether to go through an agency … Read more