Preeclampsia During Surrogacy: What You Should Know
Preeclampsia is a condition that affects pregnant women and, if left untreated, can cause serious health problems for both the mother and the unborn baby. This complication occurs in about 2-8% of pregnancies but is much more common in surrogates. For this reason, the risk of preeclampsia is something to watch out for when considering […]
Surrogacy in the United States: Why U.S. Citizenship or a Green Card is Required
Surrogacy is a complex process that requires legal and medical expertise. It’s no wonder many agencies require surrogates to be U.S citizens or green card holders to protect the surrogate and her family from complicated situations such as deportation during the process of giving birth for the intended parents. It is not easy to navigate […]
Preparing for the Emotional Handoff
A parent’s bond with their child is like nothing else in the world. However, it’s common for many intended parents to wonder how difficult it will be to form this type of strong familial bond with their baby born via surrogacy. As research shows, this “attachment” begins in utero—where the child learns the sound of […]
The Importance of a Pregnancy Test by Heartbeat
Transfer day is one of the most exciting milestones during a surrogacy journey. After weeks of screenings, doctor visits, medications, signing contracts, connecting with the intended parents, and lots of growing anticipation, you’re finally ready for the embryo to be transferred. Most surrogates and intended parents want to know right away if the transfer was […]
How Can Intended Parents Prepare for a Medical Insurance Lien during Surrogacy?
Surrogacy is an amazing experience for many intended parents. But there are a few surprises along the way that you can potentially avoid with some careful planning. One of them is called a medical insurance lien—and it’s something that often catches intended parents by surprise. Medical insurance liens can be confusing. This article explains everything […]
How Soon Can I Be a Surrogate After Giving Birth?
The joy of pregnancy can leave many hopeful and experienced surrogates wanting to carry another baby again—often shortly after childbirth. However, even though you may be able to get pregnant again right away, experts agree that you’ll have to exercise a little patience to become a gestational carrier. Delivering a baby is extremely taxing on […]
Transitioning from your IVF Clinic to an OB Clinic
At the start of your surrogacy, you’ll begin your journey with an IVF clinic that will prepare you to carry a baby and perform the transfer. After about 8-10 weeks of pregnancy, most surrogates will transition from their IVF clinic to an obstetrician (OB) — typically your personal OB. Sometimes this transition can feel quite […]
Interested in Becoming an Egg Donor?
GSHC Surrogacy Agency is Actively Recruiting Egg Donors! If you’ve been thinking about donating your eggs to help a couple conceive a baby, you’re probably wondering if you’re qualified. Egg donation is a beautiful opportunity to bring a new life into a loving family—while also being generously compensated for your contribution. The Requirements Before becoming […]
Getting Reimbursed During Your Surrogacy Journey
Becoming a surrogate not only comes with a lot of joy but also a lot of financial responsibility. With seemingly endless appointments, supplies, travel, and legal requirements, the costs can add up quickly. We know that our surrogates provide a great gift and shouldn’t be left with further financial obligations throughout their journey. GSHC Surrogacy […]
What to Know Before Starting Your Surrogacy Journey as an Intended Parent
At GSHC Surrogacy, we’ve successfully supported many intended parents and surrogate mothers through their journeys. And, while surrogacy is a complete game-changer in family planning, intended parents should be prepared to invest a lot of time, money, and heart into the process. This is a “journey” after all. Based on our experience, here are our […]