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 future child. One consideration intended parents have is whether they wish to bank their baby’s stem cells. […]
Category: Surrogacy – Medical Matters
What is Cord Blood Banking and Can I Do It With Surrogacy?
The Supreme Court, Roe v. Wade & the Future of Surrogacy
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 & Egg Donation saw the importance of providing information on how this decision will impact […]
5 Surrogacy Requirements That Every Agency Requires
There are dozens of larger surrogacy agencies in the United States, and many more small ones. Each of these agencies has slightly different qualifications for surrogates, but there are a few surrogacy requirements guidelines that every agency follows. Many of these requirements are dictated by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and fertility clinics […]
The COVID Vaccine and Surrogate Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Circle Surrogacy & Egg Donation sat down (virtually!) with Infertility Specialists and Reproductive Endocrinologists from some of our partner fertility clinics to discuss surrogacy in the time of COVID, and how the vaccine might affect those who are pregnant, or soon to be pregnant. Our panel of specialists include: Dr. Michele Evans, Infertility Specialist and […]
Surrogacy And Gestational Diabetes: How To Have A Healthy Pregnancy
By Karoline Gore, guest blogger Gestational diabetes—a type of diabetes that’s diagnosed for the first time during pregnancy—affects up to 10% of pregnancies in the United States every year, according to data from the CDC. It’s thought to be caused by hormonal changes during pregnancy that results in insulin resistance. Women with a history of gestational diabetes […]
Hormones from Pregnancy Through Postpartum: What to Expect as a Surrogate and How to Make the Transition Smoother
Written by Jane Sagui, Pollie CEO & co-founder We know that hormones are important when it comes to pregnancy, but do you know how? Female reproductive hormones perform a delicate dance from pre-pregnancy through postpartum to conceive, grow, and deliver a healthy baby, as well as readjust your body to a balanced point after birth. […]
Becoming a Parent Through Surrogacy After Cancer
There are many reasons that people choose surrogacy to grow their families. For those who are unable to have children on their own, gestational surrogacy helps them grow their families. This includes same-sex couples who are unable to conceive naturally, couples who struggle with infertility, singles who do not have a partner to conceive with naturally, and […]
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 […]
How Health History May Impact Your Surrogate Application
We receive a lot of questions from women wondering how their existing conditions or past health history might affect their eligibility to become a surrogate. While some common health conditions and histories may not be a big deal, there are some issues that can interfere with the In-Vitro Fertilization process and might prevent your application […]
A Guide to Getting Back Into Exercise After a Surrogate Birth
A Guide to Getting Back Into Exercise After a Surrogate Birth Written by: Lucy Hellstrom on behalf of Circle Surrogacy After giving birth, most women dream about returning to their pre-baby body as soon as possible. While half of the baby weight may come off six weeks after giving birth, it can take several months to more […]