October 27, 2017
Surrogacy and Managing Gestational Diabetes
Just like any other pregnancy, it’s possible for a surrogate to have to contend with pregnancy complications, one of the most common of which is gestational diabetes. This condition is manageable, but steps should be taken to recognize the symptoms, work with your doctor to manage your condition, and keep your surrogacy agency and the […]
September 29, 2017
Signs You Would Be a Great Gestational Surrogate
Ever wonder if you’d make a great surrogate? Has a friend remarked how easy your pregnancies were or do you simply feel blessed you were able to carry your children to term successfully? Have you thought about what it’s like for women who are not so fortunate? You may have what it takes to be […]
July 28, 2017
Finding Support on Your Gestational Surrogacy Journey
Being a gestational surrogate or working with one can be stressful and emotional. You have all the stresses of a typical pregnancy, plus the relationship between the surrogates and intended parents. As you know, it’s best for all involved (including the baby!) if you can keep your stress level to a minimum. That’s what makes […]
June 16, 2017
Why Do Women Become Surrogates?
The reasons women choose to become surrogates are as varied as the women themselves and the families they help to create. Each surrogate has children of her own. They love their children and feel deep empathy for couples who are unable to conceive on their own. Specific reasons surrogates have shared include: They have experienced […]
May 12, 2017
Growing Your Family Through Surrogacy: Bonding With Your Baby
Forming a bond with your baby is a precious and important time in any parent’s life. While bonding is a natural process, many questions arise when it comes to bonding with a baby born from gestational surrogacy versus a traditional pregnancy. Will our baby still be able to form a bond with us? How will […]
