In 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…
read moreIn the Spotlight: Heartland Surrogacy - 4 min read
In a nutshell. Personal attention, accessibility and greater focus on the individual needs of each client so that they may enjoy the journey in the best way possible. Co-founders. Brie Powers and Monica Villa Our agency, Heartland Surrogacy, specializes in personal attention and accessibility. Our team-based approach to case management provides the security that comes from having support when it’s needed. Additionally, our clients benefit…
read moreFertility Clinic Expert on How to Choose an Egg Donor, Money Saving Tips and More - 2 min read
Your questions answered: - How to choose an egg donor? - Why is a donor's family tree important? - When you choose a donor, when is it best to use a clinic and when an agency? - Open donation - is it right for me? - What's the best way to choose a provider for the surrogacy journey? - Are there ways to save on…
read moreMy Journey: Elena Ridley The Infertility Warrior - 8 min read
We asked influencer Elena Ridley to tell us about her experience with egg donation, how she coped with crises along the way and what tips she would give others who are about to embark on their own egg donation journey. You describe yourself as an infertility warrior. Can you share some meaningful moments from your battle? My personal belief is that anyone who is dealing…
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