The Pregnancy Struggle is Real!   

The Pregnancy Struggle is Real!   

Worry, anxiety, and even depression does not discriminate. Surrogacy is filled with happiness but hitting a rough patch during any pregnancy is not uncommon. Mostly because, life is life…it has its ups and downs, and it is mostly out of our control. Calmness and a...
Pregnancy Falls

Pregnancy Falls

Pregnancy definitely changes your body, but it also changes the way you move, get around and walk. Your center of gravity has to adjust, which can cause difficulty with every day movements.   Knowing this, it’s no wonder that many pregnant women have experienced a...
Your Own OB

Your Own OB

One of the most common questions when inquiring about becoming a surrogate is, “Can I use my own Obstetrician?” The short answer is, yes. Initially, you’re in the care of the fertility doctor who did the IVF transfer. They like to watch over you for majority of the...
Building Self-Esteem in your Child

Building Self-Esteem in your Child

It’s tough being a parent! We all strive to make our children become polite, kind, and honest individuals, but it’s not always easy. I have two young boys in elementary school and have noticed that I worry too much about what they don’t do rather than focusing on the...
Deciding on a Second Journey

Deciding on a Second Journey

After my first journey, I knew immediately I wanted to have a second. And when I say immediately, I mean it! I had to have a cesarean because of my previous labors. The time spent in the operating room with the Intended Parents was incredible. They sat behind me, and...
The Day Before IVF

The Day Before IVF

This is not an article about all the medications you take before IVF as a surrogate, or the doctor visits before IVF. This is about you and how you feel the day before the IVF procedure. On a personal note, I remember my first day before IVF, as I have had 2 wonderful...