Surrogacy and Why Some Women Choose to be a Surrogate

Women who decide to become surrogates often say they love being pregnant and experiencing the miracle of birth, but they are finished having their own children. They also genuinely want to help a couple have a child. While surrogates are paid for their time,...

Exactly who are these Intended Parents?

At Shared Conception we sometimes get asked,  “Who are these intended parents? Who comes looking for a surrogate?” Intended parents are police officers, executives, teachers, attorneys, stay-at-home moms, single dads, athletes and possibly even the...

The Initial Journey to Becoming a Surrogate Mother

Becoming a surrogate mother is an amazing and unforgettable journey that is a gift to yourself and to the Intended Parents. In order to erase any mystery or fear of the process, our surrogacy agency, Shared Conception, has created a timeline overview. -The Surrogate...

Profile of a Surrogate Mom

To be honest, the real question is not whether Shared Conception will  accept you into our program, but whether being a surrogate mother is the right choice for you. We thoughtfully spend time helping each potential surrogate  decide if becoming a surrogate...

We Will Survive The Post-Holiday Blues!

You’ve waited all year for those moments. And now that the gifts have been unwrapped, the relatives have left and the tree has been taken down , the time has come to pack up the holiday mementos and move on. Whether it’s caused by feelings of guilt from...