Embarking on the journey to parenthood through surrogacy is a dream for many hopeful parents. However, the cost associated with this process may seem like a heavy financial burden, leaving many wondering if their dream is financially attainable. Are you wondering how to pay for surrogacy? This guide will explore various avenues to fund your surrogacy journey without breaking the bank. From creative financing options to grants and fundraising, we will provide practical tips and insights to help turn your dream a reality.  Discover how you can navigate the financial aspects of surrogacy wit ..read more

Same-sex couples have several options to consider when thinking of growing their families, including adoption, fostering, and surrogacy. But only surrogacy gives them the chance to have a genetic connection with their children. Although LGBT people go through nearly the same surrogacy process as any other intended parent, there are many unique aspects you need to understand before getting started. In this article, we’ll discuss how LGBT surrogacy works and some important things you need to know when looking to have a baby via surrogacy. Surrogacy in a Nutshell Surrogacy is a process whereby a ..read more

Surrogacy is an excellent way for hopeful parents to build their families. The surrogacy process involves a lot of professionals and steps – and can feel a bit complicated. In this guide, we will cover everything you need to know about surrogacy in New York, from the surrogacy laws to the surrogacy process itself, to how to get a Gestational Surrogate, and more. Gestational Surrogacy is Now Legal in New York Physician Surrogacy is happy to hear that commercial surrogacy is now legal in New York starting from February 2021. While we already work with many hopeful parents from New York, this new ..read more

You have been trying to have a child for months (if not years), and now it seems your dream is about to become a reality. But while you eagerly await the birth of your surrogate-born baby, there are some ways you can make the best use of this time to get ready for parenthood. In the following piece, we will discuss some self-care tips on how you can give yourself the best possible care while waiting for your baby. Why take self-care Surely, you have been on a difficult journey. You have faced a lot of challenges and disappointments. After such an experience, it is crucial that Intended Parents ..read more

Surrogacy is an excellent way for hopeful parents to build their families. The surrogacy process involves a lot of professionals and steps – and can feel a bit complicated. In this guide, we will cover everything you need to know about surrogacy in New York, from the surrogacy laws to the surrogacy process itself, to how to get a Gestational Surrogate, and more. Gestational Surrogacy is Now Legal in New York Physician Surrogacy is happy to hear that commercial surrogacy is now legal in New York starting from February 2021. While we already work with many hopeful parents from New York, this new ..read more

If you are looking to become a Gestational Surrogate, you may have already thought about what you are going to do with the monetary compensation. Perhaps you are going to use it to make an advance payment for a new house or save it up for your child’s college education. You may have even decided to take your friends and family on vacation at the end of your surrogacy journey. But have you ever thought about the possible taxes on your Surrogate compensation? Your Surrogate compensation may be taxable or nontaxable based on your specific situation. However, there is a lot of conflicting informat ..read more

Embryo transfer is one of the final steps in the surrogacy IVF process and the beginning phase of the pregnancy. Before this stage, the Surrogate has already undergone the application process, preliminary screening, and consultation. She has also been matched, done her medical screening at the Intended Parents’ clinic, signed the legal contracts, and started taking medications to prepare her body for pregnancy! Quick Facts about Embryo Transfers: It is the last step in the IVF process in which the fertilized egg (embryo) is inserted into the Surrogate Mother’s womb. The embryo is put in a hol ..read more

A lot of intended mothers are happy and, at the same time, surprised to know that they can still breastfeed their Surrogate-born babies even though they have not carried a pregnancy. Yes, it’s possible for non-pregnant women to experience breastfeeding and reap the health benefits – through induced lactation. In the post, we will talk about breastfeeding a baby born through surrogacy and provide a simple how-to guide to help you get started. Schedule A Consultation How can I breastfeed my baby born through surrogacy? If you would like to breastfeed your Surrogate-born baby, the first thing you ..read more

A single-parent surrogacy is where an individual (male, female, or member of the LGBTQ+ community) pursues surrogacy to become a parent.  With non-traditional families, irrespective of marital status, now more common, a lot of people in the United States, as well as in the world, are choosing to become single parents. Every year, thousands of children are born to single men and women – mostly through surrogacy. Not to mention there are many celebrities who chose surrogacy to be single parents such as Lucy Liu, Andy Cohen. Some agencies even offer exclusive surrogacy programs for single me ..read more

Although pregnancy is a time when a Surrogate needs to lay back and keep her stress at a minimum, it is still important for her to remain physically active. Pregnancy exercises lower back pain, promote cardiovascular health, and can even reduce the amount of time you spend in the delivery room. Aside from the biophysical benefits, exercise can help you stay emotionally and physically fit. It may also help lower your stress level and maintain your mental health. As a Surrogate Mother, you can gain many benefits by exercising – and it is crucial to remain at your best performance throughout ..read more