The choice to become a surrogate is a beautiful way to allow others to experience the joys of parenthood. Embarking on this journey is understandably exciting, and it is not unusual to want to share the news with your family and friends. The decision of when and how to announce your role as a surrogate holds many considerations. Choosing the right time Most surrogates choose to share the news with family and friends early, usually as soon as the decision is made to embark on this life-altering journey. It is best to inform the people closest to you about your decision to become a surrogate bef ..read more

Egg donors are instrumental in making dreams of parenthood a reality. As a current or possible egg donor, it is good to stay informed of changes and advancements, not just in the field of assisted reproduction as it pertains to egg donation, but also in the overall landscape. This includes current movements and organizations, scientific and technological advancements, and changes in legislation that impact egg donation. Being familiar with these changes can help you in your journey as an egg donor. Donor Conceived Movement The rapid growing number of donor-conceived children reaching adulthood ..read more

In 2021, Growing Generations announced its partnership with Mitera, a group of California-based maternal-fetal subspecialist and reproductive health counselors operating via telehealth. Dr. Kathy Salari, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Mitera, kindly answered some commonly asked questions on surrogacy. She is a maternal-fetal medicine subspecialist, specializing in caring for high-risk pregnancies. Reproductive genetics and fetal imaging are the primary focus of her clinical work. What is Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM)? How does it help with the surrogacy process? Maternal-Fetal Medicin ..read more

Surrogacy is a life-altering journey, impacting all parties involved–from egg donors, surrogates, and intended parents. It is a rewarding experience, fulfilling dreams of parenthood and changing lives. At Growing Generations, it is our mission to take care of you during this journey. Understanding what surrogacy is and what it entails is the first step on this journey. What is Surrogacy? Understanding the Surrogacy Process Reasons for Surrogacy Types of Surrogacy Traditional vs Gestational Surrogacy Things to Consider about Surrogacy Challenges of Surrogacy Benefits of Surrogacy Legal and soc ..read more

As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it is important to recognize and honor the trailblazing female pioneers who made significant contributions to the field of reproductive medicine. Their groundbreaking work and discoveries transformed the world of surrogacy. It helped create countless new generations of families. Thanks to their unwavering commitment and extraordinary contributions, the field of reproductive medicine advanced significantly. As we reflect on their legacy, we continue to be inspired by their courage and passion for making the world a better place. Though Drs. Robert Edwards ..read more

Growing Generations’ process for screening their surrogates is renowned because we are committed to thoroughly screening potential surrogates while matching them with intended parents. The first part of the screening process deals with the online application. Next comes a consultation with a member of our admission team. The consultation is an hour-long conversation between you and one of Growing Generations’ Surrogate Admissions Specialists. The purpose of this phone call is to continue to educate you about the overall process and make sure that it is right for you.During the consultation, a ..read more

Science has evolved to give us incredible insight into pregnancy and IVF technologies, but  there is still an element of chance. The days and weeks following a failed transfer can be a tough time emotionally. It can be difficult to understand how the transfer failed when the embryos looked great and your uterine lining was perfect. Success rates of pregnancy through IVF are good, and can even be great, but they are not absolute. Negative pregnancy tests after an embryo transfers can and do happen. After a negative pregnancy test, some surrogates may ask themselves, “Was it something I did ..read more

Once you have accepted a profile, your information will be sent to the intended parents for review. The intended parents are generally given 48 hours to make a decision to accept or decline your profile. In the exciting event that they accept, we will move forward and schedule your match meeting with the help of your case specialist. Your case will be submitted to the case specialist who the intended parents have been working with since becoming Growing Generations’ clients. This individual will reach out to you within a few days of profile acceptance to ask for your availability in scheduling ..read more

Tubal ligation, commonly known as having one’s “tubes tied,” is a common form of permanent birth control in the United States. While the procedure does boast an impressive success rate at avoiding pregnancy in most instances, the procedure has no impact on a woman’s ability to be a successful surrogate. Here’s why. In traditional pregnancies, the body will release an egg from the ovary. It will then travel through the fallopian tubes and into the awaiting uterus. Then, if fertilization occurs, the newly created embryo will grow in the uterus. In gestational surrogacy, a woman graciously lends ..read more

  The need for a surrogate is fairly straightforward when it comes to gay male couples, but the choice may not be as obvious when an intended mother seeks out the help of a gestational carrier to grow her family.  There are a multitude of reasons a woman may choose to work with a gestational carrier. Here are just a few of them. She Doesn’t Have a Uterus- Without a uterus, a fetus will have nowhere to grow. Some women may be born without a uterus, or may have had it removed due to a previous medical condition. In some cases of hysterectomy, a woman may have been able to have childre ..read more