A gestational surrogate (aka gestational carrier) is a woman who carries and delivers a child for another person(s) and is not the biological mother of the child they carry. In this article we’ll explore everything there is to know about gestational surrogates from how to find one, how to be one, how much they make/cost, and more.
Many surrogates throughout history have attempted to keep the baby. Fortunately, there are a number of steps that can be taken during your surrogate journey that virtually eliminate this risk.
Technically, the question should really be, “what’s the difference between a surrogate, a gestational surrogate, and a traditional surrogate.” In this article, we’ll explore just that.
Whose egg is used in surrogacy depends on a number of factors. It could be the surrogate’s egg (though this is very rare today), the intended mothers, or donors. Let’s explore!
When growing one’s family through surrogacy, one of the first and most important decisions the intended parents will have to make is what type of surrogacy to pursue. This article explores the two main types of surrogacy, gestational and traditional as well as a few subcategories.
In gestational surrogacy, the surrogate is NOT the biological mother of the child they carry and deliver. Because of this, gestational surrogacy is widely regarded as the most ethical form of surrogacy and is by far the most common form of surrogacy practiced today.
Being a gestational surrogate is a big commitment with much at stake. Because of that, there are a number of things that disqualify you from being a surrogate.
Gestational surrogacy, traditional surrogacy, altruistic surrogacy. . . so many different types of surrogacy!!! Let’s explore them all.
Traditional surrogacy is the process when a woman carries and delivers a baby for another individual or couple AND is the biological mother of the child they carry. Due to serious ethical concerns, emotional trauma, legal challenges, and viable other options, traditional surrogacy is rarely practiced today. But is it right for you? Let’s explore
Being a surrogate is an honorable endeavor and a truly beautiful experience for all involved parties. This article covers everything you need to know about becoming a surrogate.
Surrogates play an important and honorable role in carrying a child for another couple or individual in need. As such, they are compensated generously. This article breaks down everything you need to know about surrogate pay.
The process of becoming and acting as a surrogate for another family is a complicated but highly rewarding experience. Here we explore the surrogate mother process in detail, from application to post delivery care.
For many gay men and same-sex male couples, the dream of becoming a father once felt uncertain, complicated, or out of reach. Today, advances in reproductive medicine, stronger legal protections, and experienced surrogacy professionals have made biological parenthood possible for thousands of LGBTQ+ families across the United States. Gay surrogacy is not a workaround. It is a well-established, medically supported, […]
Short answer: Yes, you can be a surrogate with herpes. Having herpes does not automatically disqualify you from becoming a surrogate mother. Whether you have HSV-1 (oral herpes) or HSV-2 (genital herpes), surrogacy is still possible with proper medical management, full transparency with your agency, and monitoring throughout the pregnancy. If you experience a genital herpes outbreak at or near […]
If you’re asking how old you have to be to be a surrogate, you’re not alone. It is one of the first questions many women ask when they begin exploring surrogacy. The short answer is this: Most gestational surrogacy programs prefer gestational carriers to be between 21 and 45 years old, and many agencies set a narrower working range of […]
