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Checklist for Intended Parents
The journey to parenthood through surrogacy is filled with excitement, anticipation, and detailed planning. As the due date approaches, intended parents must take necessary steps to ensure a smooth transition into parenthood. Here’s a checklist to help prepare for...
The Psychological State of Surrogate Mothers
Surrogacy is a profound journey that intertwines the lives of intended parents and surrogate mothers, with the latter playing a pivotal role in bringing new life into the world. Understanding the psychological experiences of surrogate mothers is essential for ensuring...
Understanding the Embryo Transfer Process in Surrogacy
The embryo transfer process is a crucial step in a surrogacy journey, requiring medical precision and careful coordination to support a successful pregnancy. In most cases, frozen embryo transfers (FET) are used, allowing for greater flexibility in scheduling and...
The Power of Knowledge in Surrogacy
When it comes to surrogacy, knowledge truly is the foundation for success. One of the most critical aspects of a positive surrogacy experience is open, honest, and transparent communication between all parties—the surrogate, the intended parents, and the surrogacy...
Key Considerations for Women Thinking About Becoming a Surrogate
Surrogacy is a deeply rewarding journey that allows women to give the priceless gift of parenthood to those unable to conceive on their own. However, before making the decision to become a surrogate mother, it is essential to understand what to expect beyond the myths...
Medications Commonly Used During Surrogacy
Maintaining a healthy pregnancy is essential for both the surrogate and the baby. In surrogacy, specific medications play a crucial role in preparing the body for pregnancy and ensuring a successful embryo implantation. Understanding these medications can help...
Nesting as a Surrogate: Embracing the Instinct
Nesting is a natural phenomenon among pregnant mothers, from cats preparing a cozy space for their kittens to birds meticulously building their nests. For human moms-to-be, it often involves cleaning, organizing, and preparing for the arrival of a new baby. But what...
What Surrogate Mothers Should Know About Breast Milk After Birth
For surrogate mothers, the journey doesn’t always end with the birth of the child. One question often asked is- after delivery what do you do with the breast milk your body produces? Whether you choose to pump and provide milk to the intended parents for the baby,...
Caring for Multiples as a Surrogate Mother
Pregnancy is always a remarkable journey, but carrying multiples adds a unique layer of excitement and responsibility. If you're a surrogate mother expecting twins, you're giving an extraordinary gift—blessing someone with more than they may have ever dreamed of. To...
How to Tell Your Boss You’re a Surrogate Mother
Breaking the news of your pregnancy to your boss can feel nerve-wracking, but it becomes even more delicate when you're carrying a baby for someone else. Whether you’re an early sharer or prefer to wait, the key is to approach the conversation with confidence,...
Sharing the News: When to Announce Your Surrogacy Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a monumental milestone, and when achieved through surrogacy, it's an even more unique and joyous occasion. However, as intended parents, deciding when to share the news that someone else is carrying your child can feel overwhelming. Early Announcers For...
Fun Ways to Celebrate New Year’s as a Surrogate Mother
The New Year’s holiday is a time for reflection, celebration, and looking forward to new beginnings. If you’re a surrogate, you’re already embarking on an incredible journey that symbolizes hope and renewal. While traditional New Year’s celebrations might involve...
Celebrating the Christmas Season as a Surrogate
The Christmas season is a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. For surrogates, the holidays offer an even deeper meaning as you carry the incredible gift of life for another family. While pregnancy brings unique challenges, there are plenty of ways to fully...
Thoughtful Gifts for Your Surrogate
Christmas is a season of giving, gratitude, and connection, making it the perfect time for intended parents to show appreciation for their surrogate. The surrogacy journey is an incredible gift, and the holiday season offers an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate...
How to Know if Intended Parents and Surrogate Are a Good Match
In the surrogacy journey, one of the most important steps is finding the right match between surrogates and intended parents. A successful surrogacy experience relies heavily on compatibility, shared values, and mutual understanding between both parties. But how do...
What Should Intended Parents Pack for the Hospital?
The arrival of a baby is an exciting and emotional time for intended parents, especially when their child is born through surrogacy. While the surrogate will handle the physical aspects of childbirth, the intended parents have an important role to play in the hospital...
Being a Surrogate During Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, gratitude, and gathering with loved ones, but for surrogate mothers, the holiday season can come with a unique set of challenges. Carrying a baby for someone else is already a life-changing journey, and doing so during a...
How to Prepare to Be a Surrogate
Becoming a surrogate mother is a life-changing decision, one that involves physical, emotional, and legal preparation. For many women, the opportunity to help someone build a family is incredibly rewarding, but it’s important to be well-informed and prepared before...