April 1, 2021Preparing 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 …
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April 1, 2021The 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, …
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March 30, 2021How 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 …
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March 9, 2021Transitioning 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 …
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March 9, 2021Understanding your Transfer Calendar
Waiting for the arrival of your IVF transfer calendar is an exciting process. It’s the culmination of weeks, sometimes months, of medical and legal screenings …
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March 4, 2021Getting 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 …
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February 5, 2021Breaking Down Surrogate Pay & Compensation
Becoming a gestational surrogate provides an incredibly generous gift to your intended parents. In addition to the immense joy our surrogates experience during …
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February 5, 2021Surrogate Compensation: Understanding Money-Related Terms
When beginning your surrogacy journey, it’s common for surrogates to have many questions when it comes to compensation and which benefits are covered in the …
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February 5, 2021What Happens if You Miscarry a Surrogate Baby?
Miscarriages are probably more common than you’d expect—with approximately 10-25% of all pregnancies ending in one. When a miscarriage does happen during the …
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January 22, 2021Coping with Loss After a Failed IVF Cycle
Hearing the news that an embryo transfer was unsuccessful can be an emotional experience for a surrogate. While IVF procedures and technologies continue to …
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