It’s not every day that you find a surrogacy lawyer who knows exactly what you’re going through. For intended parents looking to build a family through surrogacy, Nicole White isn’t just a surrogacy lawyer— she’s a parent who knows the surrogacy process intimately because she has been through the surrogacy process herself— three times. First-Hand … Read more
An egg donor is a vital part of family-building and surrogacy for many people. There are egg donor options available for you as intended parents. However, what kind of relationship do you want to have with the donor who provided the egg you are using? Anonymous Egg Donor One option is to choose complete anonymity. … Read more
A surrogacy journey can be a lengthy process, with many unforeseen factors along the way. Before you select an agency, a surrogate, or an IVF clinic, find an excellent surrogacy lawyer to assist you. Your lawyer should offer legal advice and support, protect your interests, and help you have a more positive experience. How Long … Read more
When you’re struggling with infertility, it can feel as if you are totally alone. That’s not the case, however. Many other women in the United States and throughout the world have fertility struggles. Fortunately, modern medicine provides various ways to treat fertility issues; and when those treatments don’t work, there are still options like surrogacy … Read more
Have you chosen to build your family through surrogacy? Perhaps you know someone who is pursuing surrogacy to have a child. One challenge that intended parents face is the lack of understanding in the workplace when it comes to maternity leave and paternity leave. Often, intended parents are denied leave with barely a second thought. … Read more
When you first hear that a couple you know is using a surrogate to have a baby, you may be unsure what to say. Should you console them about their fertility struggles or congratulate them for finding a way to build their family? Think about how you would like to be treated in the same … Read more
Have you ever thought about becoming a sperm or egg donor? The idea may have crossed your mind, either through a suggestion from a friend, a flier pinned to a bulletin board, an online ad, or a headline in your news feed. The trouble with those sources is that they don’t give you all the … 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