May 6, 2022
Mother’s Day Reflections
Mother’s Day is always bittersweet for our team at Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions. We are excited for our former intended moms who are celebrating their very first Mother’s Day, yet we also know that it’s a difficult day for intended parents (IPs) who are still on the journey to creating their happy family. If […]
April 29, 2022
Welcoming a Child After Infertility; Brenda and Ricky’s Surrogacy Story
National Infertility Awareness Week recognizes the 1 in 8 couples who struggle with infertility. This describes many of the intended parents (IPs) who turn to Surrogate Solutions for help in creating their family. Once IPs are expecting a child via a gestational carrier, they may experience dual emotions – joy for the impending arrival of […]
October 26, 2018
Fact or Fiction: The Truth About Gestational Surrogacy
Gestational surrogacy is growing more common each year, but persistent myths continue to swirl around the practice. Here are a few questions you may have heard, along with some answers that will help you separate the fact from the fiction. Do they use my egg? No, the egg will come from the intended mother or […]
October 19, 2018
Gestational Surrogacy and Cord Blood Banking
Before intended parents and gestational surrogates come to an agreement, there are many things to be discussed, from compensation,to insurance coverage, to birthing plans. One important item you may not have discussed is cord blood banking. What is cord blood banking? Cord blood banking is the process of collecting and storing the blood from the […]
September 28, 2018
Gestational Surrogacy and Medical Insurance: What You Need to Know
Thinking about becoming a surrogate? You probably have a lot of questions about what to expect. For example, you may wonder what is covered by insurance; whose insurance covers what; and what expenses you can expect. To begin with, as the gestational surrogate, you should have no out-of-pocket expenses. Your insurance or funds from the […]
April 6, 2018
Gaining Support: Getting Your Family on Board With Your Surrogacy Journey
When you undergo your initial screening with a surrogacy agency, you may be surprised they have so many questions about the support you get at home. That’s because your surrogacy journey can go much more smoothly when you know your friends, family and spouse have your back. You may think this journey is yours alone, […]
October 19, 2012
What Role Does My Family Play in the Surrogacy Decision?
Becoming a surrogate is a monumental experience to embark upon, both for you individually, as well as your family as a whole. Your spouse will be your strongest source of physical and emotional support during your surrogacy, so it is important to make this big decision together. Begin by engaging in an honest and open […]
