Vasili and Claudia have a strong desire to add to their family, but they have encountered difficulties due to infertility. To fulfill their dream, they are seeking the assistance of a surrogate. Vasili and Claudia met in 2018 when Vasili was residing in New York and Claudia was in Miami. Initially introduced as colleagues, they […]
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Postpartum Support For Surrogates
What is Postpartum Support, and Why Is It Important for Surrogates? The postpartum period can be challenging, even for experienced parents. For surrogates, however, the postpartum experience can be uniquely complex. Postpartum support can be a vital asset during this time, helping to alleviate physical, emotional, and mental stress. In this article, Amy Guthrie from […]
Meet Matt & Mert, Can You Be Their Solution?
Matt and Mert’s story began with a swipe to the right on an online dating site. Matt, a CPA from the UK, traveled to Texas and quickly found himself captivated by the culture. Little did he know that his journey would lead him to Mert, who had also moved to Texas from Turkey to attend […]
Egg Donors Share the Best Part of Their Experience
What is the best thing about being an egg donor? This is a question we often ask our donors after they have completed their cycle. It may be surprising to some to learn that the answer is not the financial compensation. While the compensation is certainly one of the benefits of being an egg donor, […]
Meet Derek & Mylene, Can You Be Their Solution?
Derek and Mylene have been married 5 years and are proud parents to sweet Harper, who is now 3 years old. During her pregnancy with Harper, Mylene experienced severe medical complications which required 2 surgeries to remove blood clots and then bed rest for the remainder of the pregnancy. Despite not having clear answers, she […]
Meet David & Lindsey, Can You Be Their Solution?
David and Lindsey share an unwavering love for life and a deep desire to share this joy with a family of their own. Growing up in Florida, and Kansas, respectively, they found their paths converging after attending the University of Texas. They crossed paths at a singles happy hour, and from that moment on, their […]
Meet Madi and Nate, Can You Be Their Solution?
Madi and Nate have been dreaming of starting a family for years. They come from big, loving families and cherish the relationships they have with their siblings, nieces, and nephews. They long to add a little one of their own to the mix and are ready to embark on the journey of parenthood. But Madi’s […]
Meet Mike & Kara, Can You Be Their Solution?
Mike and Kara’s love story is one for the books. They met in college in 2008 and hit it off instantly. Mike knew there was something special about Kara and took a bold step by calling her to just talk. Hours flew by without either of them realizing it, and that’s how their love story […]
Thinking About a Sibling Journey? Consider These 3 Tips
There’s nothing quite like the feeling that comes with witnessing intended parents (IPs) meet their child for the first time, knowing you played an important role in helping them create their family. It’s the moment surrogates consistently describe as the best part of their experience, and it often solidifies their desire to pursue another journey. […]
Meet Len and Julie, Can You Be Their Solution?
Len and Julie are a loving couple who have been on a journey to start a family for the past 18 months. Julie has gone through five rounds of IVF and embryo transfers, but unfortunately, she cannot carry a baby. They have been blessed with genetically healthy embryos but are in need of a surrogate […]
Meet Amy & Russell, Can You Be Their Solution?
Amy and Russell have been married 5 years and live in South Texas. They have been working hard to build a family for the past five years, knowing they would face challenges getting pregnant, and have gone through lots of heartbreaking losses. It took several rounds of IVF before they had healthy embryos to transfer. […]
Why do you want to be a surrogate?
There are many different reasons that women choose to be a gestational carrier. We love hearing the reasons and it is one of the first questions we ask during the application process. Often, they will mention a family member or friend who has experienced infertility. Other times, it is simply that as mothers themselves, they […]
Egg Donor Referral Program & Travel Opportunities
There are many wonderful things about being an egg donor. The best, of course, is the joy that comes from knowing you have helped intended parents who would otherwise not be able to have a child create the family of their dreams. Some women are inspired to become egg donors because they have witnessed friends […]
When Your Donor is a Genetic Carrier
In a previous article on our Intended Parents’ Blog, we covered the importance of genetic carrier screening for egg donors – why it’s important and highly encouraged by our team at Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions (even if your clinic doesn’t require it). We understand that choosing a donor is a huge decision, and it can be […]
Egg Donation: Curiosity to Commitment
Egg Donation: Natalie’s Journey from Curiosity to Commitment” Natalie says as someone who never considered egg donation before, she was intrigued by the process after a close friend donated her eggs in 2021. This is her story: I witnessed every step of the process alongside my friend and began to think about donating my eggs. […]
Meet Holly & Eric, Can You Be Their Solution?
Holly and Eric were coworkers who connected on a deeper level at a work lunch. They quickly found themselves in their own little world talking and joking around. The chemistry that they had was undeniable, and even though they came from very different backgrounds they quickly found that they had a lot in common. A […]
Sisters & Surrogacy: Supporting Each Other Through the Journey
One of the best things about surrogacy is sisterhood and the community that is created when women come together to support one another through the journey. In honor of Galentine’s Day (Feb. 13th), a holiday dedicated to celebrating female friendships, we want to recognize our incredible Surrogate Solutions community and share the story of two […]
Surro Sisters on a Sibling Journey
There is an old African proverb that says, “It takes a village to raise a child”. Some must take less traditional paths to building their family and realize that sometimes it takes a village to bring a child into one’s life. In surrogacy, this is the case; women help women and families to have a […]
Meet Maggie & Yancey, can you be their solution?
Maggie and Yancey have been married for 4 years, but they have known each other much longer. They met their freshman year of college in South Carolina and ran in the same circles by their sophomore year. As fate would have it, Maggie was randomly assigned a dorm room directly under Yancey’s room. “At the […]
Egg Donors: What to Expect During Your Genetic Screening
A consultation with a genetic counselor is an important part of the screening process to receive medical clearance for egg donation. During your appointment, the genetic counselor will review your personal and family health history to determine any potential hereditary conditions that could be passed on to a child. She will walk you through your […]