How Do You Find a Surrogacy Agency?
Whether you’re interested in becoming a surrogate or using a surrogate to expand your family, you’ll likely work with a surrogacy agency to help you navigate your journey. The thing is, there are many surrogacy agencies out there. How do you find a surrogacy agency that best fits your needs? We’ve created a handy guide […]
Why L.A. Is a Great City to Be a Surrogate Mother
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How Much Does It Cost to Become a Surrogate Mother?
As most surrogates will tell you, becoming a surrogate mother is one of the best decisions you could ever make. Surrogates give the gift of life, provide a financial boost to their family, and make beautiful memories to last a lifetime While the benefits of surrogacy are clear, many prospective surrogates wonder whether they will […]
Becoming a Surrogate? 5 Tips for Barbecuing Safely
Are you in the process of becoming a surrogate or already expecting? If so, the coming months will likely be a whirlwind for you, though you’ll undoubtedly pause at least once or twice to engage in one of America’s favorite pastimes—picnicking. Interestingly, the month of May is actually National Barbecue Month (Yes, it’s a real […]
Becoming a Surrogate Mother: How Much Do Surrogates Make?
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Becoming a Surrogate: Meeting with Fertility Specialists
Becoming a surrogate is a rewarding experience full of new decisions and opportunities. Each step along the way is a crucial part of ensuring a healthy pregnancy and being able to fulfill a family’s dream for children. From the agency interview to a psychological evaluation to finding the best match in intended parents, having the […]
The Secret to Becoming a Surrogate in California
If you’re interested in becoming a surrogate in California, it may seem like an overwhelming process, but if you’re here reading this, you’re halfway there. One of the biggest factors in becoming a surrogate is having the heart and the willingness to do something huge for another person. This kind of selflessness is rare in […]
Do You Need an Agency to Be a Surrogate in California?
The decision to be a surrogate in California is monumental and certainly doesn’t come without careful consideration. Even though many women hear about surrogacy through an SPS ad, there are a lot of other places besides an agency that provides information as well. Depending on what led you to the decision, bringing a third-party into the […]
Advice From A Surrogate Agency: Address Your Emotions About Infertility
As a surrogate agency, we’ve worked with many women experiencing infertility and understand the myriad emotions it causes. In general, there are eight shades of emotions researchers have identified as being affected by infertility: loss of self-esteem, status, important relationships, health or an acceptable body image, control security, important fantasies and someone or something of […]
Family Ties: How Becoming a Surrogate Impacts Relationships
Becoming a surrogate is a huge decision, so gaining the hearts of your family could be the key to a smooth and successful surrogacy. Even though they might at first seem to be on-board with your gestational surrogacy, take into account how each could possibly be feeling, though they may not outwardly express it, as […]
