Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
20 Week Anatomy Scan Julie S’ Surrogacy Journey Vol. 9 I cannot believe we’re halfway through the pregnancy already! Things have been moving along very smoothly, which is just how I like it! With my due date *just* 137 days away, my Intended Parents have begun...
Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
First Ultrasound Julie S’ Surrogacy Journey Vol. 9 Once it was confirmed that the embryo transfer was successful, the reproductive clinic scheduled me for the first ultrasound. On the date of the appointment, I was 5 weeks and 6 days pregnant. Here’s an...
Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
Jenn’s Surrogacy Experience Jenn’s Surrogacy Experience I recently helped another family become parents through surrogacy, and below is a little bit about my journey. The journey was so amazing and beyond my dreams, so it is difficult to put in words. I...
Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
Beta Test Julie S’ Surrogacy Journey Vol. 8 On the morning of 12 days post embryo transfer (or 12dpt), I was finally off to the lab to get my blood drawn. This test is the “official” pregnancy test issued by the reproductive clinic. I had been taking home...
Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
Embryo Transfer Julie S’ Surrogacy Journey Vol. 7 A couple of weeks ago I had another embryo transfer. I know many surrogates are curious as to what happens at an embryo transfer, so I hope you find this blog helpful! Every clinic is different and the protocol...
Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
Janine’s Birth Story Retrospect is a wonderful vantage point. So wonderful, in fact, it should be made into a vacation spot. Looking back, I should have followed my intuition. But, instead, I kept remembering my mother’s bladder control problems after multiple...