They have been married for 5 years, and they have wanted nothing more than to have a family. Due to both Michael and Natalia each having a genetic mutation that causes a rare disease, they had to go through IVF to conceive their daughter. She is the joy of their lives!! Shortly following their daughter’s […]
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Why Become an Egg Donor?
This is a great option if you want to help others & are not quite ready to be a surrogate. You may be surprised at the impact you can have. Couples cannot always have children on their own without the help of donor eggs. Your decision to donate can play a significant role in the […]
It is almost Delivery Day…
You and your Intended Parents have made it! It is almost Delivery Day & we are so excited for you all. Starting to prepare for this day is very important, especially with surrogacy. Delivery day is a big day for everyone involved, even if the surrogate has already had her own child and knows what […]
Jen’s Story: A Beautiful Journey
The amazing women who help create happy families choose to become surrogates for a variety of reasons. Some have witnessed family members or close friends struggle with infertility, others learn about surrogacy from a friend who has been a gestational carrier and some simply want to help other families experience the incredible love they feel […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Meet Crystal & Tom, can you be their solution?
After five years of trying (an IVF baby that didn’t make it in 2020), Crystal and Tom found out they were pregnant with their miracle baby and due Christmas day! In early September, Crystal developed severe preeclampsia and delivered their little Christmas miracle at 25 weeks. They named her Everly because they wanted her to […]
Meet Seth and Holly, can you be their sollution?
Allow us to introduce our Intended Parents Seth and Holly. They are from Texas and have been married for 12 years. They tried unsuccessfully for years to get pregnant before they turned to IVF. Through IVF they were able to conceive their son, who is now 7 years old. Their son’s birth was very […]
Meet Norbert & Ryon, can you be their solution?
Meet Norbert and Ryon, they met 8 years ago while they were finishing up their education. Norbert was a dental resident & Ryon working full-time while studying for the CPA. They started with a long-distance relationship, took a trip up to Ohio/Chicago for a friend’s wedding, and they have been inseparable ever since. Both Ryon […]
Meet Liesl & Brian, can you be their solution?
Allow us to introduce our Intended Parents Liesl and Brian. They have been married for five years and they want nothing more than to have a baby. For 3 ½ years, they have attempted to get pregnant and they have gone through 4 IVF cycles due to Liesl having diminished ovarian reserve. Unfortunately, all 4 […]
Surrogate Matching Process
As a surrogate, there are many benefits to working with a qualified agency like Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions, and it begins with the matching process. Our team is committed to ensuring you are paired with intended parents (IPs) who are a great fit for you and your family. To help facilitate a successful match, […]