At the Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI), the relationships we’ve built with leading fertility clinics are essential to our mission of supporting intended parents on their journey to parenthood. Every experience with EDSI is strengthened by our partnerships with top fertility clinics, ensuring that each family has access to advanced technology, compassionate care, and […] The post Building Families Through Trusted Fertility Clinic Partnerships appeared first on Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI) | Internationally Recognized Surrogacy Agency ..read more

For many hopeful parents, building a family is a journey filled with hope, dedication, and, often, financial and emotional obstacles. Fertility challenges affect millions of people across the United States, and while treatments like IVF, surrogacy, and egg freezing offer viable paths to parenthood, they often come with a significant price tag and barriers to access. The post How The Federal Government Can Help Families Facing Fertility Challenges​ appeared first on Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI) | Internationally Recognized Surrogacy Agency ..read more

Bridging the Cultural Divide in Surrogacy: A Global Perspective Having spent many years in the surrogacy field, I’ve seen firsthand how cultural beliefs shape public perception. While surrogacy is generally accepted in some regions, it’s still met with resistance in others. Understanding these differences is essential to fostering greater empathy and creating a more supportive […] The post Bridging the Cultural Divide in Surrogacy: A Global Perspective appeared first on Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI) | Internationally Recognized Surrogacy Agency ..read more

At the Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI), we believe that every surrogacy journey is a unique story waiting to be told. Testimonials from both intended parents and surrogates serve as powerful tools that not only celebrate these incredible journeys but also provide reassurance and inspiration to others considering this life-changing path. The post The Power of Testimonials in Surrogacy: Embracing the Journey Together appeared first on Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI) | Internationally Recognized Surrogacy Agency ..read more

In the modern landscape of family building, gestational surrogacy has emerged as one of the most popular options for individuals and couples who are unable to carry a child themselves. Whether due to medical issues, infertility, or same-sex partnerships, gestational surrogacy offers an opportunity to create a family using the intended parents’ genetic material—or, in […] The post Gestational Surrogacy: The Most Popular Path to Parenthood—Find Out Why appeared first on Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI) | Internationally Recognized Surrogacy Agency ..read more

If you are going to become a parent through surrogacy, you will have to navigate your relationship with your Surrogate, your caseworker, and all of the doctors involved in your case. It is difficult to navigate everything and there are times when you may feel like you are overwhelmed. That’s normal! The path to parenthood isn’t easy, no matter who you are or what path you take.  Everything Starts With Communication We will stress the importance of communication as often as we can. Good communication is key to any kind of relationship, but it is even more important during the surrogacy pro ..read more

Thanks to technology, parenthood has changed a lot. There are many things that are easier because of technology and a lot of things that are harder because of it. You are going to have to think through many things that you never thought about before when it comes to your use of social media and other forms of technology. One thing we do suggest, however, is that you download some pregnancy apps. This may seem strange because you aren’t physically pregnant, but it can help you feel like the important part of the puzzle that you are. Here are some of our favorites: What to Expect You’ve probably ..read more

If you are looking into using surrogacy to become a parent, you may have noticed that there aren’t any Surrogates from where you are or in your area. The problem is that every state has different requirements for Surrogates and it is just easier to become Surrogates in certain places – that’s why you’ll see surrogacy agencies working with the same people. Whether you are looking to become a parent within the next year or you are just gaining some foundational information, you should know that location does theoretically matter when it comes to surrogacy, but it isn’t something that should stop ..read more

Surrogacy journeys are beautiful experiences, but there are some things that intended parents are going to have to keep in mind when they decide to work with a Gestational Surrogate. There is a lot of information out there about surrogacy for Intended Parents, and details about what the experience will be like, but there are some things that just go unmentioned or avoided. Things that we really do need to talk about and we encourage everyone involved to think about before they agree to surrogacy. We will detail some of those here, but if you have any questions or concerns moving forward, you a ..read more

If you are considering surrogacy, one of the most important things to keep in mind is your medical insurance. Medical insurance in the United States is a hot topic for many reasons, and it is one of the biggest concerns about people looking into the surrogacy process: whether they are going to become a Surrogate or want to build their families. The difference between having medical insurance for a Surrogate and not having insurance is paramount – to the point that most surrogacy agencies won’t work with anyone who doesn’t currently have insurance. Does Health Insurance Cover Surrogacy? Before ..read more