If you are thinking about becoming a surrogate mother or using gestational surrogacy to have a child, then you should always begin the process with thorough research. You want to ensure that you are choosing the right option. You may come across the term “pre-birth order” during this research, [...]
It can be difficult to provide a straight answer to this question. Each case is different and there are several factors that affect how much an individual egg donor is paid. The average compensation for an egg donor in California ranges between $6,000 and $15,000, plus expenses. How much [...]
Couples who choose to have a baby through surrogacy often wonder how long the process takes. After all, they are longing to hold the newborn in their arms and can’t wait to welcome the child into their home. From application to childbirth, the surrogacy process takes about a year [...]
Part of the process of becoming a surrogate mother is the medical screening. Below you will find an outline of the procedures involved in the process, including all tests required. Before being accepted into a surrogacy program, you will need to go through a specific set of medical procedures. [...]
Due to favorable surrogacy laws, California is the number one state for national and international intended parents to start their surrogacy journey. Because of high demand for women in California to carry a child for someone, surrogates are being generously compensated for their time, effort and dedication. Choosing to [...]
The decision to become a surrogate mother for a friend is one of the most selfless acts imaginable. Giving a woman the gift of motherhood is a feeling like no other. There are many women who aren’t able to conceive, and the thought of never having a child can [...]
Surrogacy is without a doubt a huge responsibility to take on. However, by making this big decision, not only are you dedicating your time and energy to this process, but you’re also dedicating your whole body to it too. Not so many things you can do in life are [...]
Surrogacy is becoming more popular with couples and individuals dreaming of having a child. But infertility is not the only reason why people use a surrogate mother.
A surrogate mother becomes pregnant through the process of in-vitro fertilization or IVF. IVF has been in use since the late 1970s, and it’s a very safe process for getting a surrogate mother pregnant. The process begins with harvesting eggs from the intended mother or an egg donor. After [...]
Egg donation still causes uncertainty, both in donors and in recipients. Regardless, in recent years, the number of egg donors is increasing, giving hope to couples who can't conceive on their own. The Journal of American Medical Association recently published encouraging statistics. During the first decade of the 21st [...]
Here are 5 movies about surrogate mothers and their experiences: 1. Google Baby (2009) This documentary by Zippi Brand Frank shows the details of the fertility industry in the age of globalization across three continents. The documentary Google Baby features an Israeli entrepreneur, Doron, who has turned creating families [...]
Over the last few decades, surrogacy has become a common way of starting a family for couples incapable of conceiving a child on their own. However, there is still a high level of controversy and stigma surrounding this procedure. Unfortunately, a lot of the stigma stems from lack of [...]
Children are a beautiful miracle. Sadly, not everyone is able to enjoy the wonders of parenthood. That’s why egg donation is the best possible gift that any struggling couple can receive. It’s an act of compassion and kindness that is both rewarding and fulfilling. Before a woman can go [...]
Modern medicine progresses every day. Nature’s rules no longer bind us. What’s more, we can reshape them and defy the odds. Quite some time ago, the concept of surrogacy became a reality. Women who were under a significant risk during pregnancy or couldn’t carry a child were able to [...]
For most surrogates, the opportunity of giving life for another family is the most beautiful thing imaginable. Understandably, most women want to weigh down the pros and cons of becoming a surrogate mother before taking on this journey. While most surrogates look back at their experience of carrying for [...]
San Diego is among the best cities in the United States for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to live, work and start a family. The Municipal Equality Index by the Human Rights Campaign assesses LGBT equality in 506 cities, and San Diego received a perfect score of 100. [...]
It’s not uncommon for people to rush to judgment without fully understanding the facts on surrogacy. Couples who are considering surrogacy to grow their family or women who are thinking of carrying a baby for someone else, can expect to run into a range of different opinions from people [...]
So you’ve been thinking about becoming a surrogate. You have very fond memories of raising your own children and you don’t want another deserving couple to miss out on such a special experience. Plus, it’s a great way to give back, especially to those deserving couples who aren’t able [...]
Have you felt a bigger calling in your life, but you aren’t sure how to act on it? Surrogacy may be what you’ve been waiting for. The gift of life is arguably the greatest gift you can give, especially to a well-deserving couple who can’t have children themselves. This [...]
Although surrogacy has become a much more accepted concept in our society, it didn’t use to be. Surrogacy has always had its fair share of naysayers and social stigma attached to it, but thanks to the thousands of parents who are spreading the benefits and joy of surrogacy [...]
The selfless act of carrying and birthing a child for a couple who can’t experience it themselves is something extraordinary. For many women struggling with infertility, surrogacy is often their last opportunity to raise a child from birth. For surrogates, the choice to carry a child for someone [...]
The U.S surrogacy laws that will impact your specific circumstances will depend on the state that you are in, as well as individual factors such as your marital status and sexual orientation. Some states are more favorable than others, but regardless of which state you are in, it’s crucial [...]
San Diego is known for many things. The long, white-sand beaches and the beautiful weather draw millions of visitors to ‘America's Finest City’ every year. But did you know that San Diego is also one of the major destinations in the U.S. for surrogacy? Here are five reasons [...]
Family Tree Surrogacy Center, the leading surrogacy agency in California, has launched a new surrogate referral program that rewards both the referring individual, as well as new surrogates. The referral program offers $500 for every friend that’s been referred and is successfully matched and signs a contract with their [...]
There are numerous reasons why women choose to become a surrogate mother. If you’re considering becoming a surrogate then the chances are that you’ve already written down a list of pros and cons, but we’re going to help you expand on that list by providing some further benefits of [...]
In this video, Monica Buehler - Agency Director of Family Tree Surrogacy Center - will give answers to some of the most common questions asked by women who previously completed their journey as a surrogate. What is a surrogate? Okay, so a surrogate is a woman that carries [...]
Applying to become a surrogate mother with Family Tree Surrogacy Center is easy. Using our online surrogate application form you can find out if you qualify by answering just a couple of questions. Completing our full application takes minutes and once your application has been approved you will be [...]
When it comes to surrogacy, California can definitely be considered as the most favourable state from a legal perspective. If you are planning on becoming a parent through surrogacy, it’s important to have a good understanding of the different surrogacy laws in California. California Assembly Bill 1217 Surrogacy This [...]
While there are mixed reviews about whether or not a woman should become a surrogate mother if she has never had a baby of her own before, most surrogacy agencies won’t work with a first-time mother because of the variables involved in the unknown aspects of pregnancy. There are [...]
Being a surrogate mother is not only a serious commitment and responsibility but also an extremely rewarding experience. By agreeing to become a surrogate mother, you will be devoting your time, your energy and your body to help deliver the gift of life to a family less fortunate. Our [...]
There’s no question that choosing to become a surrogate is a heroic and selfless act. Here at Family Tree Surrogacy Center we’re extremely grateful to work with amazing women who choose to do something extraordinary for families in need. Here are some of their stories and experiences: Family [...]
