Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
Glucose Tolerance Test Julie S’ Surrogacy Journey Vol. 11 For those of you who don’t know what the glucose tolerance test (GTT) is, allow me to enlighten you. The GTT test is usually done after 26 weeks and the purpose is to rule out gestational diabetes. Pregnant...
Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
Surrogate Spotlight – Tarah Tarah lives in Chandler, AZ with her husband and three children. Describe your personality: “I would say I am a compassionate, caring, and loving person. I’ve been told I’m selfless and compassionate because of my stances or actions...
Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
Pre-Birth Order Julie S’ Surrogacy Journey Vol. 10 I have reached the point in my pregnancy where my Intended Parents and I complete a legal document called a Pre-Birth Order. Here is how the Law Offices of Steven W. Lazarus explain this step of the process: In...
Gestational Surrogate Stories and Journeys
Surrogate Spotlight – Megan The decision for me to become a surrogate started over 10 years ago when I was in college. I played volleyball and one of my teammates who was also a roommate and to this day, a dear friend, had epilepsy. There were many discussions...
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...
