Resources

How to Build a Strong Relationship with Your Intended Parents as a Gestational Surrogate

If you are reading this, chances are you have already been matched with intended parents, or you are getting close. Maybe you have been thinking about surrogacy for months or even years, and now the reality of building a relationship with someone you have just met...

Surrogate Spotlight: Why Hannah Became a Surrogate Twice for the Same Family

Some surrogacy journeys end at the delivery room, but for GC Hannah, that moment was only the beginning. A mother herself, Hannah knows firsthand what it means to build a family through unconventional paths, and that personal experience became the foundation for...

How Surrogacy Can Fit Into and Enhance Your Life

If you are reading this, chances are you have already thought about becoming a surrogate. Maybe the idea has lived in the back of your mind for months or even years. You know you want to help someone build a family, and you know you have the heart for it. But...

Independent Escrow vs Agency-Held Funds in Surrogacy

Using an independent escrow account vs. letting an agency hold funds is becoming more important than ever in the surrogacy landscape. Recent news has spotlighted serious problems in the surrogacy industry around the handling of funds that Intended Parents use to...

Surrogate Pumping: Breast Milk vs Formula in Surrogacy (How to Choose)

When you’re preparing to welcome your baby through surrogacy, one of the many decisions you’ll face is how to feed your newborn. Whether you’re considering your surrogate pumping breast milk for your baby, or considering breast milk vs formula in surrogacy, there’s...

Can I Still Work Out While Being a Surrogate?

Pregnant woman doing exercise with dumbbells at home Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is for educational and general wellness purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not replace consultation with a qualified...

Can I Still Be a Surrogate with My Tubes Tied?

If you've had a tubal ligation and are considering becoming a surrogate, you're not alone in wondering whether this affects your eligibility. This is one of the most common questions potential surrogates ask, and it's based on a very understandable concern. After...

Common Misconception: Surrogates are only in it for the Money

Let's Talk About One of the Most Common Misconceptions Out There Have you ever heard someone say, "She's only doing it for the money" when talking about surrogates? If so, you're definitely not alone. This assumption comes up all the time, in casual conversations,...

My Partner Wants to Be a Surrogate: What Every Partner Needs to Know

You're Not Alone in This Journey Note: Throughout this post, 'partner' refers to the surrogate's significant other, whether married or in a committed relationship. When your partner mentions wanting to become a surrogate, you probably experienced a whirlwind of...