Tips for Surrogates & Intended Parents: What to Expect from Your Match Meeting
As you prepare for your Match Meeting, here are some tips for surrogates and intended parents that will help you feel more prepared—so you can embrace the excitement and let go of any anxiety you may feel. It’s finally happening … you’ve received the call from Surrogate Parenting Services, and they believe they’ve found the […]
Step-By-Step: The 6 Steps of the Surrogacy Process
The surrogacy process can feel mysterious and overwhelming to those who are just starting to think about whether it’s right for you and your family—and for good reason. There’s a lot that comes together to make this precious little dream come to life. However, while each journey is incredibly unique, there is a relatively standard […]
5 Tips for Mastering Your Initial Surrogate Interview | Becoming a Surrogate
Becoming a surrogate is a truly unique journey, and while it’s an incredibly personal experience, it’s also one that should be filled with joy and support – both from your family and your surrogacy agency. That’s why it’s so important to partner with an agency that’s reputable, professional, and support-focused. At Surrogate Parenting Services (SPS), […]
Protecting Your Health: Why We Talk About BMI for Surrogates
No woman in history has ever looked forward to a discussion about her weight. Whether you’re considered overweight, underweight, or average, it’s hard to not feel criticized when talking about how your weight may be impacting your health. So, when we approach the topic of BMI for surrogates, it’s important to understand that it’s not […]
Surrogacy Agencies: 5 Red Flags To Look For When Choosing
If you are considering becoming a surrogate, one of the most critical choices you will make is choosing the right surrogacy agency for you. You need to find an agency that makes you feel like you are important, valued, and taken care of at all times. You will be on a journey with this agency […]
How to Meet Universal Surrogate Requirements
If you are thinking about applying to be a surrogate, you may have noticed that there are some pretty universal surrogate requirements that you need to fulfill before you can actually submit a formal application to be a surrogate. Since surrogates are going through a medical procedure and getting paid to be a surrogate, it […]
Become A Surrogate: 5 Steps To Take
If you are interested in becoming a surrogate, there are many questions that you might have about the surrogacy process, how it works, and how you can have a good experience. While the surrogacy process does vary depending on state laws, surrogacy professionals that handle your case, and on your circumstances, there are some easy […]
How to Celebrate Mother’s Day During Your Surrogacy Journey
There are a whole lot of firsts during a surrogacy journey, whether you’re an intended parent or a gestational surrogate. If one of your firsts happens to be celebrating Mother’s Day, you might wonder what the right way to celebrate the holiday is. The good news is, as long as you and your surrogacy team […]
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: Finding Your Motivation
Becoming a surrogate is not the same process for everyone. Many people feel motivated to become a surrogate because of personal scenarios, but others may find it as their calling by taking a completely different route. At the end of the day, regardless of the paths that led you to surrogacy, it is an amazing […]
