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Becoming a Surrogate
Surrogacy is a unique experience and those who volunteer to give this precious gift surely have a lot of questions. What happens during the journey of surrogacy? Can you be a surrogate with your tubes tied? Do you have the right reasons to become a surrogate? How do...
How to Explain Surrogacy to Your Children
We commend your reasons for becoming a surrogate, for truly, there is little as selfless, as full of compassion and empathy as the act of becoming a surrogate. In addition to being a life-altering decision, it is not an easy concept for everyone to accept, especially...
What Are Some Benefits of Becoming a Surrogate?
Planning to become a surrogate mother but wondering whether it will be a good idea for you? Well, despite the topic of surrogacy being quite controversial, there are still some benefits. And while a great number of people respect surrogates and the process, some...
How to Tell Your Kids that You’re Going to Be a Surrogate
Surrogacy is not an easy subject even today, despite the twenty-first century we are living in. You see, the process of surrogate pregnancy is not widely acceptable in many cultures and societies, even though surrogacy agencies in Texas are working proactively....
How Does a Surrogate Pick the Intended Parents
A Surrogate’s Choice Choosing Intended Parents for You and Your Lifestyle Before a Surrogate chooses Intended Parents (IPs), she has a lot of factors to consider. What types of intended parents does she wish to work with? What does she hope to gain by carrying and...
Feeling your best throughout pregnancy
As you look forward to that special day when your intended parents hold their baby, you're expecting a lot of body changes! Early in your pregnancy is often the hardest. Hormones cause breast tenderness, morning sickness, and fatigue. Yet often, these things get...
What is a birthing ball?
A birth ball is just like a gym ball that you use to exercise, but slightly larger. It allows pregnant women to sit comfortably and even practice positions for labor. It also has more benefits, such as a good core workout. Sitting comfortably Moving around can become...
Herbs and pregnancy
Believe it or not, some herbs have natural healing and immune-boosting properties that can help throughout pregnancy. These can be found in teas, added to meals, or even put in smoothies. Below is a list of the most popular and helpful herbs to consider during...
Surrogacy in Texas
Looking for a surrogate or becoming a surrogate in Texas is often preferred among many intended parents. Texas has the most surrogate-friendly judicial system. Intended parents from anywhere can come to the Lone Star state to find their life-changing surrogate, as...
Surrogacy Inquiry Form: Become a Surrogate Mother
Many women we speak to have an apparent interest in becoming a surrogate. We appreciate every call and email, whether it is “how do I start?” or “I have a few questions…” or “what is the compensation?” Questions are welcomed and encouraged, as you should be familiar...
Things you can’t eat when pregnant
There are a few fun things to avoid when pregnant, including some foods. Although food is one of the perks when pregnant, you don't want to eat something that can make you ill or harm the baby. It's essential to know the facts about which foods to avoid when you're...
Opening Up – as a surrogate
One of the many reasons women choose to become a surrogate is to help create or build a family. With that - a lot of personal information is to be shared. Your current and past medical history are one of them, but that is expected. Some of our surrogates choose to...
Using a Donor Sperm, Egg or Embryo
Surrogacy with donor sperm or eggs is used by many intended parents when unable to create their own embryos. It’s a great alternative when considering other ways to create, build or extend your family through surrogacy. Using an Egg Donor Egg donation for...
Pregnancy Meditation and Mindfulness
It is suggested that mindfulness and meditation when pregnant can protect the health and well-being of the surrogate and baby! And let’s face it, we don’t spend the whole pregnancy journey giggly and glowing. We still have our daily responsibilities, tasks, and life...
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs)
We are often asked if dying your hair, using makeup, and exposure to everyday products can impact the success of an IVF transfer. The truth is, many of these products do contain Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs). EDCs are substances that can interfere with the...
What to expect when you are a pregnant surrogate (continued)
This article is a continuation of A Surrogacy Pregnancy: What to Expect Before you're Pregnant. Please read this previous blog as it is an informative piece on the beginning of the surrogacy process. This blog will outline the process after all medical and matching...
A Surrogacy Pregnancy: What to Expect Before you’re Pregnant
Shared Conception provides a wealth of information to interested surrogates-to-be on our blog. The process can be daunting, overwhelming, and intimidating. But don't worry, we are here to provide answers to all of your questions. Don't know where to start? Not ready...
Surrogacy with a tubal ligation?
We often get asked if it is possible to become a surrogate after having permanent birth control procedures such as tubal ligation. The short answer is yes. It is even ideal. However, some requirements must be fulfilled before you can become a surrogate after a tubal...