Surrogate Mother Requirements And Qualifications - 5 min read
Whether you’re an intended parent looking for a surrogate or a woman who wants to know how to become a surrogate - the following information will help you understand the screening process each potential surrogate is required to go through. What Are The Requirements To Becoming A Surrogate? Each screening process begins with an initial screening, which is basically a questionnaire that determines whether a…
read moreThe Different Types Of Surrogacy - 4 min read
Medically, there are two types of surrogacy - traditional and gestational, while the type of surrogacy is determined by two factors: 1. How the embryo is created, and 2. Whether the surrogate (carrier) is also the biological mother. However, technically, there are 3 more types of surrogacy available to intended parents. What Are The Different Types Of Surrogacy? 1. Traditional Surrogacy (TS) This type of…
read moreExperts Weigh-In On The Importance Of Genetics & Family Tree In Egg Donation - 6 min read
Expecting Answers spoke with 2 third-party reproduction experts about why intended parents should consider an egg donor’s family tree. “Choosing an egg donor can feel like a very emotional process and that’s very understandable, whether you're a single parent or a gay couple who need the egg donation to complete all the other pieces of the puzzle, or if you're a heterosexual couple that’s experiencing…
read moreIn the Spotlight – Eternal Spring - 4 min read
In a nutshell. Bespoke, boutique-like agency, highly personal service, rapid start times and fast process. Founder - Dr. Kyle Kramer We are a boutique agency in Guatemala that works personally with each client. We take our work very personally and do not accept more than four clients per month. As the founder, I give every intended parent my phone number and I communicate with them…
read moreFertility Expert: Save Time and Money By Gauging Egg Donor Potential - 6 min read
On our latest Expecting Answers episode, we spoke with Xiomara Hernandez, international liaison at the Idaho Center for Reproductive Medicine and a highly experienced third party reproduction professional, to share with us some insider information on choosing the right donor. Here are her tips for intended parents, in her own words. Basically, choosing an egg donor is probably the most difficult decision. It’s also very…
read moreThe Legal Angle To Surrogacy: How To Avoid Crucial Mistakes - 6 min read
We interviewed Victoria Gelfand - a legal expert in the field of surrogacy law whose law firm also functions as a facilitator of surrogacy procedures for Israeli intended parents - to find out what advice she can give intended parents starting their surrogacy journey. Do you have any tips for intended parents who are looking for a surrogate, egg donor or fertility clinic and agency?…
read moreThe Legal Angle To Surrogacy: Intended Parents’ Rights And The Ethical Aspect - 6 min read
We interviewed Victoria Gelfand - a legal expert in the field of surrogacy law whose law firm also functions as a facilitator of surrogacy journeys - to find out what rights intended parents have after their child is born and what is her view on the ethical aspect of surrogacy. Tell me about the last step in the surrogacy journey - the birth. I know…
read moreWhether your reasons are altruistic, financial or both - becoming a surrogate is one of the most selfless choices you can make, but it is also a very complicated process. That’s why it’s crucial you fully understand the commitment you’ll be making, the challenges you may face and the journey you are about to embark on. What is a surrogate mother? Surrogacy is a method…
read moreIn the Spotlight: Omega Family Global - 6 min read
In a nutshell. Compassion, professionalism, transparency, and reliability, and personalized support throughout the journey. Owner and founder. Frederick Gaston Our team of experts has many years of experience in the industry. Understanding that surrogacy starts with building relationships - agency with intended parents, agency with surrogate, intended parents to surrogate, all parties to IVF Center, etc. - is key to keeping the journey personal and…
read moreA Conversation with A Two-Time Surrogate About the Blessings & Challenges of Surrogacy - 1 min read
So far, Elsa Hensel had two surrogate journeys and when she sat down for an intimate conversation with our CMO and co-founder, Ronny Schwartz-Dgani, she spoke candidly about: - What are the common misconceptions surrounding surrogacy?- How do you explain your surrogacy pregnancy to family, friends and colleagues? - What are the non-financial rewards of surrogacy?- What are the benefits of maintaining a close relationship…
read moreThe Benefits of Using a Mental Health Professional in Surrogacy & Egg Donation - 5 min read
Therapists with an expertise in fertility provide three types of services that can help make the complex and challenging surrogacy journey run more smoothly. 1. Surrogate and egg donor screening The psychological screening’s purpose is to make sure you and your chosen surrogate or egg donor are indeed a good match, not only medically. If you are able to use an open donor (some clinics…
read moreWe asked Victoria Gelfand, a legal expert in the field of surrogacy law who’s law firm also functions as a fertility agency, to answer your questions about Covid, the surrogacy process and more: - How did Covid affect the surrogacy journey? - How did the pandemic affect the availability of qualified surrogates? - Are surrogates required to get vaccinated? - What’s the best way to…
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