The Benefits of Surrogacy for Intended Parents & Surrogates
Each surrogacy journey is beautifully unique – just like the individuals involved – and the experience means something different to everyone. For some, the benefits of surrogacy are obvious, but it’s the often-overlooked benefits that are most valuable. Whether you’re just starting your research on choosing the best agency or getting closer to the baby’s […]
4 Healthy Thanksgiving Foods for Surrogates
Happy Thanksgiving, surrogates! As you join around the table with friends and family this holiday season, you’ll have plenty of food choices in front of you. Make sure these four land on your plate: 1) Turkey Contrary to what you may have heard, turkey is a “go” for surrogates. The big worry is usually with […]
Expecting Surrogates: Soft Ice Cream + 5 Other Foods To Avoid
Expecting surrogates have a lot of information to keep up with, but thankfully much of it is second-nature because they’ve all had at least one healthy pregnancy already. However, a brief refresher can always be helpful, whether this is your second pregnancy or fifth. Moreover, July is national ice cream month, and there’s a good […]
Surrogates: 4 Health Myths for Pregnant Women
Women can only become surrogates with SPS if they’ve already had a healthy pregnancy and have at least one child of their own living with them. However, sometimes years may pass between the birth of your child and the decision to become a surrogate, and it’s easy to forget some of the common health myths. […]
4 Tips for Surrogates on Bonding with Intended Parents
Surrogates are amazing people who are willing to give a selfless gift to parents who could not otherwise complete their families without them. However, many surrogates wonder what their relationship with the intended parents will be like and how to ensure that the relationship will be comfortable for everyone involved. On this page, we’ll explore […]
Surrogates: What to Expect After Finding Intended Parents
Surrogates have a unique path. They not only get to make someone’s dreams come true by helping to grow their family, but they also have the unique experience of selecting which family to work with. At SPS, we help take the guesswork out of the equation by matching surrogates up with intended parents we feel […]
Latest Stats Say More Dads are Looking for Surrogates
Society’s views on what makes a family a family are rapidly changing. In the past several years, there has been a major shift with men opting to be dads; both as a single father and with a significant other. And, while gay couples have always formed family units, real numbers have historically been difficult to […]
Being a Surrogate: The Surprising Truth About What Your Cravings Mean
Being a surrogate is a wonderful thing. You’re helping a parent-to-be make their dreams come true, which is something very few people are able to do. Being a surrogate also means that there are a whole lot of changes happening all at once, and as your tummy blossoms, your cravings might grow as well. In […]
Being a Surrogate: 4 Indispensable Tips if You’re Carrying Multiples
Being a surrogate is truly one of the most kind and generous choices a woman can possibly make. It’s an amazing thing to be able to give intended parents the gift of a family, and it’s a “job” few women are qualified to do. When you add multiples into the mix, it becomes more challenging […]
3 Personality Traits We Look for in Our Surrogates
No two people are exactly alike, which is why we work so hard make good pairings of intended parents and surrogates. Each party is hoping to find a unique set of attributes, and when those come into alignment between a pairing, it’s a beautiful thing. With that said, there are some personality traits that are […]
