At Circle, one question that often comes up is: “Why is surrogate and egg donor BMI so important?” It is actually one of our most asked questions from surrogates and egg donors. In recent years, the conversation around body mass index (BMI) and its accuracy in determining overall health has presented an abundance of new […]
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Surrogate and Egg Donor Body Mass Index (BMI)
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 […]
10 Ways to Prepare to Become a Surrogate
Becoming a surrogate—also called a gestational surrogate—is a wonderful way to help another family. Women considering becoming a surrogate mother with Circle Surrogacy in Boston, New York, San Francisco are generous and kind people who want to help others. Gestational surrogates are women who have had easy pregnancies and deliveries, and whose own families are […]
What Is Expected of a Potential Surrogate?
If you are considering becoming a surrogate, or “a gestational carrier” as we say, understand that this could be one of the most profound experiences of your life! Sharing a relationship and pregnancy with your Intended Parents, including the magic moment when you get to see their faces as they hold their baby for the […]
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 […]
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 […]