Your guide to surrogacy

Tell people you’re pregnant and you’ll probably get the usual questions. When are you due? Do you know if it’s a boy or girl? How are you feeling? Tell people you’re pregnant as a surrogate and the questions get a little more interesting. If you’ve been a surrogate for more than about a week, chances […]

There’s a strange stretch of time after an embryo transfer when there’s really nothing left to do but wait. By that point, there have usually been weeks of medications and appointments just to get to the transfer itself. For a surrogate and intended parents who may have spent months, sometimes years, getting to this point, […]

There are a lot of questions that come with becoming a surrogate, but one of the big ones is pretty simple: is there anything that could stop me from qualifying? Maybe you’ve had a couple of C-sections. Maybe you take medication, have a history of anxiety or your BMI is a little higher than the […]

If there’s one part of the surrogacy journey that makes people nervous before they’ve even applied, it’s the medications. The word “injections” tends to do a lot of heavy lifting in that worry, and it’s completely understandable. Most gestational surrogates take medications before an embryo transfer to prepare the uterus and support an early pregnancy. […]

You’ve probably already done the maths in your head. If you started now, roughly when would the baby arrive, and how would that sit alongside everything else already in your calendar? It’s a reasonable thing to want to know before you fill in a single form. For most women, the journey from application to birth […]

If you’re researching surrogacy in the USA, you’ve probably already spent hours down internet rabbit holes. One person says the USA is the gold standard for surrogacy. Another says it’s too expensive. Someone else swears by another destination entirely. The reality is that there is no universal “best” pathway. There is only the pathway that’s […]

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether you could become a surrogate, you’re not alone. For many women, the idea starts quietly. Maybe you’ve completed your own family. Maybe you’ve watched a friend struggle with infertility. Maybe you’ve seen a story online and thought, I could do that. Then the practical questions begin. Do I […]

If you’re thinking about becoming a surrogate, there are probably a lot of questions already running through your mind. How does this work? What does a journey actually look like? What’s the legal process? Are there any age limits? And somewhere among those questions, you may have Googled: “How much do surrogates get paid in […]

If you’re thinking about becoming a surrogate, you’ve probably spent time researching the medical side. Screenings. IVF. Timelines. Appointments. What doesn’t always get talked about as openly is the emotional side. In our recent conversation, Dr. Sadaf from Embra Health, experienced surrogate Liz, and our Surrogacy Journey Director Janelle spoke honestly about what surrogacy actually […]

Surrogacy support networks can make the difference between a journey that feels overwhelming and one that feels held. In the early stages, many surrogates and intended parents are still researching, quietly considering, and looking for someone who truly understands. No one should go through a surrogacy journey in isolation. And often, in the early stages, […]

For many women, becoming a Surrogate is one of the most meaningful experiences of their lives. What surprises people, Future Parents and first-time Surrogates alike, is how many women choose to do it again. A significant percentage of Surrogates across the USA go on to complete a second journey, and quite a few return for […]

Insurance is one of the most confusing parts of the surrogacy process. Whether you are a surrogate preparing for your first journey or an intended parent planning ahead, understanding how insurance works makes everything feel calmer, clearer, and more predictable. This guide breaks the topic down into simple, practical steps so you feel informed from […]

Understanding the Surrogacy Matching Process There is a moment in every surrogacy journey where things begin to settle into place. For many people, that moment is the match, and understanding the surrogacy matching process can help everything feel clearer and less overwhelming. It is the point where two sets of hopes meet in the middle […]

Pregnancy has a way of shifting everything, your body, your energy, even your routines. As a surrogate, wellness isn’t just about keeping yourself healthy, it’s also about creating the best possible environment for the baby you’re carrying. And here’s the thing: wellness doesn’t have to mean complicated rituals or expensive supplements. Often, it’s the small, […]

We’ve all been there, wondering how a partner will react or how children might feel when you tell them you want to become a Surrogate. It can feel like a big conversation and maybe even a little intimidating. The truth is, these conversations often go better than you expect. Many Surrogates discover that their families […]

One of the big questions women ask us when they’re considering Surrogacy is: “How do I bring my family into this too?” It’s a good question. Becoming a Surrogate isn’t something you do alone. Your partner, kids, parents, and friends all come along for the ride, and their support can make your journey feel lighter, […]

Why understanding the surrogacy process matters When you first think about becoming a Surrogate, it can feel overwhelming. You might wonder what the step-by-step process looks like, how long it takes, and whether you’ll have the support you need. The good news is that surrogacy follows a clear, structured path, and at every stage, you’ll […]

You might be here because you’ve been thinking about becoming a Surrogate. You know the love that comes with parenthood, and you’re beginning to wonder what it might feel like to share that gift with someone else. This is a space to start exploring the possibilities, the questions you might consider along the way and […]