Storytellers: Ashley’s Surrogacy Story
Every surrogacy story is special, and yours is no exception. That’s why we’re so excited about our Storytellers series. This week we’re hearing from Ashley, who had two journeys with SPS before becoming a case manager with us! Learn what inspired her to become a surrogate, why she chose SPS, and her amazing experience delivering […]
How Do Surrogate Mothers Become Pregnant?
Thanks to advances in technology, gestational surrogacy is becoming more common every year. But you may wonder: how exactly do surrogates get pregnant? We wanted to shed some light on the process for you. Traditional surrogacy vs. gestational surrogacy Before we dive into the pregnancy process for surrogates, let’s begin with the basics. There are […]
Surrogates: Here Are 5 Simple Exercises to Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy
As a surrogate, you prepare for pregnancy in so many ways. You discuss the journey ahead with your family, you get to know the intended parents, you have medical screenings, and of course, you excitedly await a successful transfer! But there are also simple exercises you can do that get your body ready for pregnancy […]
How IVF Surrogacy Works
At Surrogate Parenting Services, we help our clients fulfill their dreams—whether that means growing their own family or helping another family in a very special way. Aside from an amazing team of professionals—and lots of love—an integral part of making these dreams come true is in vitro fertilization (IVF). First introduced in the 1970s, IVF […]
Egg Donation: What Is It and How Does It Work?
If you’ve heard of egg donation but are not exactly sure what it is, you’re not alone. While egg donation has been around since the early 1980s, it remains relatively misunderstood. However, as technology advances, egg donation is becoming more common—particularly in the U.S. A 2017 report by the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART), […]
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 […]
Surrogacy in California: Personalized Matching Process
If you’re considering surrogacy in California, rest assured that there are resources available to help you have the best experience possible. Perhaps the most crucial part of the surrogacy process for either party is the matching process. This is the time when potential surrogates meet potential intended parents to determine if the relationship will be […]
Surrogacy: 5 Tips for a Comfortable Pregnancy
It’s no secret that pregnancy changes a woman’s body in many ways, some completely unexpected. Surrogates experience the multitude of physical and emotional changes during pregnancy as well as the added involvement of the intended parents and a specialized team of healthcare providers. Surrogacy can feel different than carrying your own child because there is […]
3 Exercises You Shouldn’t Do During Your Surrogacy
The benefits of exercising during your surrogacy are innumerable. It will help with your energy throughout the day and provide more restful sleep at night, plus it can help make delivery easier, and has been shown to speed up recovery after. As long as your surrogacy is uncomplicated, and you’re not in a high-risk group, […]
2 Biggest Tips for Women Considering Surrogacy
If you’re considering surrogacy, no doubt you’ve been mulling it over for quite some time. It’s not a decision anyone comes to easily, though sometimes it’s the only way a family can be made complete. Intended parents often choose this path after a long struggle with infertility or health issues, which can make the journey […]
