Helping to create a family as an egg donor is both a beautiful gift and a serious commitment. It is not a decision that should be made lightly. Sofia, a two-time donor, advises others to “ask lots of questions and make sure you know what you are getting yourself into before a family starts relying […]
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Monthly Virtual Meet Ups
We are excited to offer TWO sessions of our Virtual Surrogate Meet Ups. You will learn so much about the process, hear stories of surrogacy and meet some of our team. We are so excited for you & your surrogacy journey & can’t wait to meet you… virtually. If you have any issues, please call […]
Rewards of Being an Egg Donor
Things don’t always work out easily for couples who are hoping to build or expand their family. In fact 1 in 8 couples experience some form of infertility. Thankfully there are many ways to build a family and using an egg donor is a great one. Egg Donors are a huge blessing to couples who […]
After a Miscarriage: Coping as a Surrogate
Miscarrying a baby is a heart-wrenching experience. Surrogates have an added layer with the worry of how the intended parents might be processing it. They often feel as if they have let down the intended parents and/or the surrogacy agency. There is no blame in any direction. Going through a miscarriage as a surrogate can […]
The Bond Between Surrogates and Intended Mothers
A first-time surrogate shares her story We frequently hear from surrogates that one of the best parts of their journey, second only to helping to create a family, is the relationship that is formed with the intended parents (IPs). After sharing such a uniquely personal experience, many gestational carriers (GCs) and their families develop lifelong […]
Preparing for the Future-Unidentified Cycle with the DSR
As you consider helping a family via egg donation, we are here to guide and support you through the process of screening, legal, medications and the retrieval process and we are also proud to help you start this process with the end in mind…. the child(ren) you are helping create. Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions […]
Fit for the Solution
As with any pregnancy, it is important for surrogates to focus on their health during their pregnancy. Choosing to stay fit and make healthy choices provides the optimal environment for both the surrogate and baby to thrive. One should make a point to discuss with their OB about what exercise is appropriate during pregnancy. We […]
Happy Galentine’s Day!
While Valentine’s Day is about romance, Galentine’s Day is a special day devoted to female friendships. Celebrated on February 13th, Galentine’s Day was first introduced in 2010 on the popular TV show Parks and Recreation by character Leslie Knope (portrayed by Amy Poehler). Although not an official holiday, a day dedicated to spending time with […]
The Donor Sibling Registry & How to Sign Up
The Donor Sibling Registry (DSR) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2000 to assist individuals conceived as a result of sperm, egg or embryo donation who are seeking to make mutually desired contact with others with whom they (or their children) share genetic ties. The DSR has more than 75,000 members worldwide and has facilitated thousands of connections […]
Meet Jaclyn & Jason, can you be their solution?
Jaclyn and Jason are a very active couple who have been married for 8 years. For 5 ½ of those years, they have unsuccessfully been trying to have a baby. They have 3 embryos and were all set to do an embryo transfer last summer when Jaclyn’s older brother unexpectedly died of a heart attack. […]
Meet Ricky & Brenda, can you be their solution?
Allow us to introduce our Intended Parents Ricky and Brenda from Conroe, TX. They have had a long journey to becoming parents. Sadly, Brenda was diagnosed with a rare uterine cancer when she was 21 years old, and even after various chemotherapy treatments she had to have a partial hysterectomy. Therefore, they needed assistance in […]
Meet Brandi & Mark, can you be their solution?
Allow us to introduce our Intended Parents Brandi and Mark. They are from Northern Virginia and have been married for 6 years. They met in 2011 at a corporate holiday party, and it was there that Brandi caught Mark’s eye. After exchanging numbers, they started dating, and the rest is history. Brandi describes Mark as […]
Cervical Cancer Survivor Welcomes Son Via Surrogate
Last year, we featured the story of Raquel, a young cervical cancer survivor who was on a journey to grow her family through surrogacy. Raquel and her fiance, Carl, welcomed their son, Max, in November 2021. In honor of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to share an update on Raquel’s story. Below, she shares her […]
Fresh or Frozen: Choosing an Egg Donation Program
Women who meet the qualifications for egg donation have multiple options to consider when choosing an egg donation program. There are agencies like Egg Donor Solutions (EDS) that match compatible donors and intended parents (IPs) for fresh donation cycles, egg banks from which IPs can purchase frozen eggs, and in-house programs at fertility clinics, which […]
Meet Karina & Roy, can you be their solution?
Allow us to introduce our Intended Parents Karina and Rory from Texas. They are a blended family and have been married for 3 ½ years. Karina has two children from a previous marriage, but Rory does not have any children of his own and they would like to create a family together. They have been […]
Professional Birth Worker and First-Time Surrogate Shares Her Advice
Anna is a first-time surrogate who brings a unique perspective to the journey as a professional birth worker. She has six years of experience as a doula and is currently training to become a midwife’s assistant. Anna first connected with Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions three years ago to learn how she could serve as […]
Could You Help Create a Family in 2022?
Our team at Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions has facilitated more than 1,000 egg donation cycles to help intended parents (IPs) build their families. We couldn’t do it without our amazing donors! We have many IPs who are hoping to grow their families through egg donation in 2022 and are currently searching for the right […]
Meet Matt and Morgan, can you be their solution?
Allow us to introduce our Intended Parents Morgan and Matt. They are a loving couple from Arkansas, and they have been married for 12 years. After spending the early years of marriage finishing school and finding their career paths, they decided to start their family. Unfortunately, Morgan suffered a miscarriage and their dreams were put […]
Madison’s Story: Moving forward after loss and finding joy in parenthood
Stories of loss among intended parents (IPs) are all too common. We know most IPs have already spent years trying to conceive before they arrive at Surrogate Solutions to help them build their families. Madison’s journey to parenthood was especially difficult with four rounds of IVF, two miscarriages (herself and a surrogate), and multiple embryo […]
The right donor for your family
When it comes to choosing an Egg Donor, there are many decisions to be made. It can feel overwhelming. Ultimately, you will want to pick a donor who you feel comfortable with. Egg Donor Solutions has added an option for Egg Donors to upload a video to help you get a feel for their personality. […]