Surrogacy Blog

Becoming a surrogate and helping another family grow is a life changing experience for everyone involved. When a woman becomes a surrogate, not only does she begin this journey, but her entire family – and her close community – do as well. Ensuring a surrogate has surrounding support from her husband or partner, kids and family is an important part of the decision-making process. How To Talk To Your Husband or Partner About Being a Surrogate If you’re interested in becoming a

Written by Jessica, a 4-time gestational carrier and birth doula of 12 years. All photos by Jennifer Hamilton. What is a doula? Women have been using doulas – from the Greek word meaning “a woman who serves” – for centuries to assist them during childbirth. Today, doulas are professionally-trained birth coaches who provide guidance and support to a pregnant woman during labor. In the case of a surrogacy birth, the doula provides support and guidance to both the gestational ca

Becoming a parent is an exciting time. As you await the birth of your baby, you will find there are new decisions to make, and options to consider when it comes to the health and wellbeing of your child. One consideration shared by intended parents in San Francisco, Boston, New York, and throughout the world is whether they wish to bank their baby’s stem cells. To make an informed decision, it's important to understand what cord blood banking is and why it’s important. The pr

Gestational surrogacy helps those who are unable to have children on their own grow their families. The reasons for choosing surrogacy are diverse. We'll explore some of those reasons in this post and answer questions about why gestational surrogacy is often preferred and whether a surrogate mother shares DNA with the baby. First, though, let's answer questions about what's involved in the surrogacy process itself. How Is Gestational Surrogacy Done? Many people choose gestati

Circle Surrogacy gets many questions from intended parents who are interested in surrogacy to grow their families. Some of those questions are about whether their gestational surrogate will grow “attached” to the baby she’s carrying. While this is a valid question for those who are new to the surrogacy process, Circle can assure intended parents in their program that their surrogate will not become attached to the baby she’s carrying. Solveig Gramann, LICSW and Director of Su

On June 24th, the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization raised many questions about the future of IVF and surrogacy. In the wake of this Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, Circle Surrogacy saw the importance of providing information on how this decision will impact surrogacy at Circle Surrogacy and the industry. Experts Discuss the Decision's Effects on Surrogacy Whether you're a surrogate, parent, or intended parent (or you

If you’re ready to grow your family and you’re considering surrogacy, it’s important to understand what surrogacy is and how it can help you have a baby. This overview includes information on everything from surrogacy costs to the emotional preparation for surrogacy and provides insight into what you should consider and what to expect when thinking about surrogacy. Gestational surrogacy involves implanting a gestational carrier (or surrogate) with 1 to 2 embryos (called an em

A surrogacy agency helps intended parents navigate their surrogacy journey on their road to parenthood. Because the surrogacy process can be complex, many parents choose to work with an agency who will manage the overall journey, and support them at every milestone. Before signing on with an agency, you will likely be asked to take part in a surrogacy consultation. This meeting with the agency is a natural step in the process of choosing an agency. Intended Parents may have q

Surrogacy is a life-changing journey that allows women to help others build their families. If you’re considering becoming a surrogate, understanding the process, requirements, and different types of surrogacy is essential. This guide includes all the information you need to get started, including a clear, step-by-step overview of how to become a surrogate and what to expect along the way. What Is Surrogacy? Surrogacy is a method of assisted reproduction in which a woman, c

Do you want to be a surrogate but you aren't sure if you'd be a good fit? Here are seven signs that you would make a great gestational carrier. 1. You’re family-oriented. Diapers, spit-up, tantrums—you name it, you can handle it with ease. You make being a caretaker a priority because you want it to be. That’s essentially a gestational surrogate’s role—carrying and caring for the intended parents’ child until the baby is ready to meet the world. Great surrogates are family-or