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Our surrogacy blog brings together practical guidance and source-based resources for surrogates and intended parents. Start with the topic that matches your questions, then follow the related guides without having to understand the entire journey at once.
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Guidance, support, eligibility, compensation, and wellness resources created for surrogates.
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For Intended Parents
Clear information for planning, matching, coordination, pregnancy, and postpartum.
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Surrogacy Process
Step-by-step explanations from the first conversation through delivery and beyond.
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Fertility & Donor Support
Understand clinics, embryos, donor resources, and how they connect to surrogacy.
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Legal, Insurance & Protection
Plain-language guidance about contracts, escrow, insurance review, and safeguards.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to the Surrogacy Journey
Understand the major stages—from your first conversation through matching, legal and medical clearance, pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum support.
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Base vs Total Surrogate Compensation: What’s the Difference?
Short answer: Base compensation is the agreed payment for the surrogate’s time and commitment. Total compensation is a…
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What Is a Surrogate Monthly Allowance—and What Does It Cover?
A surrogate monthly allowance is a recurring payment for small, routine journey expenses that are difficult to submit…
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Can You Be a Surrogate After Tubal Ligation?
Yes, some women can become gestational surrogates after tubal ligation. In gestational surrogacy, an embryo is placed in…
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Can You Be a Surrogate With HPV, HSV or Another STI?
HPV, genital herpes (HSV), or another past STI does not always prevent you from becoming a surrogate. The…
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Can You Be a Surrogate if You Smoke or Vape?
Smoking, vaping, nicotine use, and recent substance use commonly prevent or delay surrogate medical clearance. Clinics may require…
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Do You Need to Be a U.S. Citizen to Become a Surrogate?
You do not always need to be a U.S. citizen to ask about becoming a surrogate. But your…
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