Will my surrogacy baby look like me?
We’ve been looking at egg donors for months, but I really want my baby to look like me. None of the possible donors seem to fit. Are we being crazy, or should we just give up the idea that we will find the “perfect” profile. What are your thoughts? — Bruce and Christian I […]
Can a surrogate mother keep the baby?
We are very interested in a surrogacy journey, but after reading some scary stories online, we’re worried that the surrogate mother can keep our baby. Is this true? How can we protect our family?— Arturo & Leslie Thanks for the message Arturo & Leslie, If you have a properly executed Surrogacy Contract in a […]
How old is “too old” for a surrogate mother?
“We found a wonderful woman willing to be our surrogate. We really like her, but she’s 45 years old, and we’re afraid that’s too old to carry the pregnancy. What age is too old to be a surrogate?” –Terry Dear Terry; It’s inspiring that women of all ages can be so generous. If you […]
What’s the best health insurance for my surrogate mother?
“We’re looking at surrogate mothers in the United States, but the entire issue of health insurance is bewildering. The surrogate has insurance, but I’m told we need to buy a policy that will support the surrogacy program. Is this even necessary? What are the options?”– Daniel Hello Daniel… I strongly urge all couples to […]
Preparing your Surrogate for an Embryo Transfer
Now that you’ve completed your IVF, it’s time to transfer your embryo to your surrogate. The most important step is proper endometrium preparation. Correct stimulation of the endometrium requires a mix of science and artistry. This is one point where your doctor’s experience can really pay off! For most surrogate mothers, the most critical factor […]