10 Reasons People Use a Surrogate Mother
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.
How Does A Surrogate Mother Become Pregnant?
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 [...]
10 Common Questions About Egg Donation
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 [...]
5 Compelling Documentaries About Surrogacy
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 into a business. Doron calls himself “the baby producer” and [...]
Do Surrogate Mothers Have Parental Rights?
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 [...]
Pros and Cons of Egg Donation
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 [...]
Does a Surrogate Mother Transfer DNA to the Baby?
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 [...]
The Pros and Cons of Being a Surrogate Mother
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 Ranked Top Destination for LGBT Families
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. [...]
Common Misconceptions About Surrogacy
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 [...]
How Much Do You Get Paid to Be a Surrogate Mother?
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 [...]
9 Reasons Why You Would Make a Great Surrogate
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 [...]
9 Celebrity Role Models for Surrogacy
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 [...]
7 Reasons Why Women Become Surrogates
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 [...]
Surrogacy Law In The US [INFOGRAPHIC]
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 [...]
5 Reasons San Diego Is the Best Place for Surrogacy
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 Launches Surrogate Referral Program
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 [...]
10 Reasons Why You Should Become a Surrogate
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 [...]
Q&A: Becoming a Surrogate
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 [...]
How to Apply to Be a Surrogate Mother
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 [...]
California Surrogacy Laws
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 [...]
Can I Become a Surrogate Without a Previous Pregnancy?
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 [...]
Who Can Be a Surrogate Mother?
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 [...]
What Surrogates Say About Us
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 [...]