Surrogacy is not regulated by the federal government. Therefore, each state determines its own stance when it comes to gestational surrogacy laws. Recently, New York changed its surrogacy laws, and now compensated surrogacy is legal in the Empire State. Understanding the surrogacy legal process is important for both intended parents and surrogates who plan to […]
New York Surrogacy Law: What You Should Know
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. Like your surrogacy journey itself, how you save for and afford surrogacy is personal and unique to you. How much does surrogacy cost? Typical surrogacy costs can range between […]
What is the Difference Between a Surrogate vs a Gestational Carrier?
Surrogacy is a meaningful way for intended parents to start or grow their families. Surrogacy agencies help to navigate the surrogacy process, and help define the specialized surrogacy vocabulary that goes along with using a gestational carrier. If you’re new to surrogacy, you might be wondering, “What is the difference between a surrogate and a […]
Sisterhood in Surrogacy: Building Relationships in the Surrogacy Community
Becoming a surrogate can be one of the most exciting journeys to embark on, but in order to become a surrogate, you need support from those around you. At Circle Surrogacy & Egg Donation, we require all of our surrogates to have a Primary Support Person who is there for emotional, mental, and physical support […]
Applying To Become a Surrogate Mother Demystified
Any woman who wants to become a surrogate through a surrogacy agency will have to fill out a surrogate application. At first glance, she might ask, “Why do I have to answer all these questions?” It’s true that a surrogate application asks a lot of important questions, and they have a vital purpose: The agency […]
What Being an Egg Donor Means to Me
In honor of Egg Donor Appreciation Week 2022, we asked our incredible egg donors why they became egg donors, the best part of the experience, and why they wanted to do these donations through Circle Surrogacy & Egg Donation. Whether they are experienced donors who have done multiple donations, or first timers, their answers prove […]
Building a Relationship With Your Surrogate: Tips for Intended Parents
When intended parents are exploring the possibility of surrogacy, and before they embark on a surrogacy journey, we get a lot of questions about how parents and surrogates are matched. We also get many questions about how healthy, happy parent and surrogate relationships are built and maintained during and after surrogacy. Establishing a relationship with […]
Surrogacy Overview: Thinking About Surrogacy?
If you’re ready to grow your family and you’re considering surrogacy, it’s important to understand what is surrogacy and how it can help you have a baby. This overview provides insight into what you should consider and what to expect when thinking about surrogacy. Gestational surrogacy is the process by which a gestational carrier (or […]
Surrogacy Consultation: Everything You Need to Know.
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 […]
5 Do’s and Don’ts of Using Egg Donation for Growing Your Family (for Intended Parents)
If you’re one of the many pursuing egg donation as a means to grow your family, we’ve got some useful tips! Whether you’re looking to do egg donation only or finding an egg donor for a surrogacy journey, we want to steer you in the right direction to make your experience a positive and rewarding one. […]