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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...