This is a very exciting time – your journey is coming to an end and you’re prepping for the arrival of your baby(ies). You are filled with excitement (and maybe a little anxiety!); there’s so much to remember to do and pack. Packing your hospital bag and preparing to travel with a newborn baby can […]
Many intended parents (IPs) will start their search for an egg donor through an egg donor database. Full-service surrogacy and egg donation agencies, such as Circle Surrogacy, have a comprehensive egg donor database filled with bright, generous women who have already been pre-screened and formally accepted into the egg donor program. How to find an […]
Surrogacy has been all over the news lately as an option for becoming a parent. Surrogacy is an incredible process. It has the ultimate power to create a family – one of the greatest enjoyments – as well as change someone’s life (your surrogate!) It’s a safe, successful, and enriching experience for all parties involved. Surrogacy is […]
Surrogate compensation is usually at the top of our list of most commonly asked questions from potential surrogates. We completely understand the curiosity considering the responsibilities involved. Being a surrogate is an enormous commitment and the most wonderful gift you could give to another person. We recognize how generous being a surrogate is, and believe that you […]
Pregnancy. You’re no stranger to the growing bump, the late-night kicking sessions, or the bizarre food cravings. Yet many women who become surrogates do so because they love all aspects of being pregnant. And becoming pregnant to help another family grow? There’s nothing quite so rewarding. It goes without saying that becoming pregnant while still […]
We’ve got some exciting news! The Governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo, is proposing a new law that, if passed, will lift the ban on surrogacy contracts. Lifting this ban will allow New York residents to enter into surrogacy contracts in the Empire State. The Task Force on Life and the Law created this law to […]
Recently, Lance Bass and his husband, Michael Turchin, shared that they have gone through five failed surrogacy attempts with their egg donors. They are trying once again with a donor in hopes of a successful surrogacy pregnancy. Going through IVF is a double-edged sword. You may feel guilty that you need the help getting pregnant, […]
You’ve applied to be a surrogate and you’ve been accepted into the program. Hooray! Almost immediately you start seeing acronyms and abbreviations everywhere: in your agency paperwork, from the clinic, about your medications, and even in surrogacy boards and social groups. It’s like everyone is talking in a different language!
The relationship between intended parents and their surrogate is a special bond, personal to each journey. At Circle Surrogacy and Egg Donation, we’re a “relationship-based agency”, which means we strongly believe in the deep bond between parents and surrogates to help ensure a healthy and smooth journey. Developing a relationship with your gestational carrier provides […]
Although you’re excited and confident about your decision to become a surrogate, some people, such as neighbors, community members, and/or acquaintances, and the general public, may not feel the same way – or may have a lot of questions. “When are you due?” “Not for another two months.” “Have you picked out a name?” “Not […]