How Your Partner or Family Can Support You During Surrogacy
It’s probably not the first time you’ve heard us talk about the importance of having a strong support system during surrogacy. But you may still be wondering why it matters so much. While helping as family grow is an incredibly rewarding experience, pregnancy is still physically and emotionally demanding. A surrogacy journey also includes fertility […]
What Surrogates Wish They Knew Before Their First Journey
While every surrogacy journey is unique, there are certain lessons that come up again and again when you talk to people who have been through the process. Some lessons are practical—like how long the journey can take and the importance of having a strong support system. Others are more personal, such as the relationships you’ll […]
7 Key Things to Look for in a Surrogacy Agency
Surrogacy is a life-changing experience, and the agency you choose will be your partner through every step. Whether you’re hoping to become a surrogate or are looking to grow your family through surrogacy, finding a trustworthy, experienced agency is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. A great surrogacy agency doesn’t just manage logistics—they […]
Caring for Your Mental Health During Surrogacy
At SPS, we know that surrogacy is more than a physical journey; it’s an emotional one, too. That’s why mental health support has always been a cornerstone of the care we provide to both surrogates and intended parents. From the very beginning—starting at the match meeting and continuing through postpartum—our licensed mental health professionals are […]
The Legal Process: What Surrogates and Intended Parents Can Expect
The Legal Process: What Surrogates and Intended Parents Can Expect Embarking on a surrogacy journey is an exciting process, but it comes with important legal considerations. At Surrogate Parenting Services (SPS), we know how crucial it is for both intended parents (IPs) and surrogates—also known as gestational carriers (GCs)—to understand the legal side of surrogacy. To give you some […]
How to Explain Your Decision to Be a Surrogate to Friends and Family
Becoming a surrogate is a profound and selfless decision that can sometimes be challenging to explain to loved ones. At Surrogate Parenting Services (SPS), we understand the importance of having a strong support system throughout your surrogacy journey. Here’s how you can effectively communicate your choice to be a surrogate to friends and family. Understanding […]
Surrogates: What to Expect After the Birth
The surrogacy journey is filled with wonderful milestones, from confirming pregnancy to seeing the intended parents holding their precious baby for the first time. There is so much to prepare for along the way. And while your focus will understandably be on the joyous moments leading up to the birth, it’s important to know what […]
Becoming a Surrogate with an Agency: How the Process Works
Do you want to become a surrogate mother? Are you considering working with a surrogacy agency? As a surrogate, this is one of the best decisions you can make. Working with a reputable, full-service surrogacy agency can make the process much easier and significantly less stressful. In addition to being experts at matching surrogates and […]
Surrogates and Intended Parents: How to Know if You’re a Good Match
As a surrogate mother, you’re looking after a baby for nine months—a life-changing responsibility that ties you to the intended parents (IPs) in an incredibly intimate and powerful way. Given this extraordinary circumstance, it’s understandable that many surrogates want to have a strong connection with the parents. While there’s no such thing as a “perfect” […]
Surrogate Compensation in 2023: What to Expect at SPS
Inflation has been a growing concern for the past couple of years. And with increases in the price of groceries, rent, electricity, and more, we have all felt its impact in our daily lives. Many of us are cutting back on our spending, looking for deals and discounts, and finding ways to increase our income. […]
