Surrogacy, even during “normal” times, is an involved and emotional process for intended parents, surrogates, and egg donors. In the midst of a pandemic with worldwide travel restrictions, limited access to vital services, and concerns about remaining healthy, surrogacy might seem overwhelming. With offices in San Francisco, CA; Boston, MA; and New York City, Circle […]
Category: Surrogacy – Financial Matters
Your Complete Guide to Surrogacy in the COVID Era
International Surrogacy: Become a Parent in the US
For those living outside of the United States who are considering international surrogacy to grow their families, the surrogacy process may seem confusing. At our Boston, San Francisco, and New York offices, we often work with these “intended parents” from all parts of the world. In this blog post, we’ll outline options for those living outside […]
Surrogate Stories: Talking to Your Kids About Surrogacy
Explaining Surrogacy to a Child At Circle Surrogacy, we love to hear stories about surrogates talking to their kids about surrogacy. These stories from women in Boston, San Francisco, New York, and around the world range from heartwarming to hilarious and everything in between. In celebration of Spring Experienced Carrier Week, we asked our surrogates to tell […]
How Can I Afford Surrogacy?
Growing your family through surrogacy is a monumental emotional – and financial – journey. For most people, covering the costs of surrogacy requires planning and organization. Intended parents can plan for a surrogacy journey for a few years. Like your surrogacy journey itself, how you save for and afford surrogacy is personal and unique to […]
Surrogacy Requirements: Why Certain Requirements are in Place
Are you interested in becoming a surrogate mother, but not sure if you meet the requirements? We always receive lots of questions about surrogate requirements – and why gestational carriers need to meet certain qualifications. Requirements are put in place to ensure the most positive outcome for both the baby and the surrogate, because we […]
What Does it Mean to Be a Surrogate During the Coronavirus?
When you decided to become a surrogate, you likely did your research, discussed with your family and friends, and had all of your questions answered. But never in a million years did you imagine that while you were a surrogate, the world would be facing what it is now. What does COVID-19, the Coronavirus, mean […]
What Does the Coronavirus Mean for Surrogacy?
If you’re a woman considering applying to become a surrogate to help another family grow, or you are intended parents exploring surrogacy to have a baby, you may be wondering what impact COVID-19 or Coronavirus may have on a surrogate pregnancy and surrogacy journey. Below we’ve answered some of the most frequently asked questions regarding […]
Why Do People Choose Gestational Surrogacy?
Gestational surrogacy helps those who are unable to have children on their own grow their families. Through IVF, embryos are created in a lab at a fertility clinic. Sometimes the intended parents use their own genetic material. Sometimes, an egg donor is required. Many people choose gestational surrogacy to grow their families. Intended parents are matched […]
Estate Planning 101 for Intended Parents
Estate planning is more than just dividing your assets when you pass away. A comprehensive estate plan should protect your family and assets, in the event that you die or become incapacitated. The basic estate plan should consist of a will, a power of an attorney, and a health care proxy. Selecting the appropriate fiduciaries or […]
Surrogacy Costs: A Breakdown for Intended Parents
“How much does surrogacy cost?” This is often one of the first questions prospective intended parents ask us here at Circle Surrogacy — and for good reason, too. With all of the moving parts in the surrogacy process, surrogacy costs can be a complicated subject to tackle. In short, surrogacy is a substantial financial investment, […]