Things To Keep in Mind if You WanT To BecoMe a surrogaTe MoTher
Presented By: Physician's Surrogacy
Introduction ďƒ˜ As you may already know, roughly 12% of the reproductive age population is suffering from infertility in the US. For many of these people, the only option is surrogacy. Fortunately, this is easier than ever to accomplish thanks to gestational surrogacy and donor eggs.
WanT To BecoMe a surrogaTe MoTher The Gift of LIFE Take Good Care of Yourself Seek Out Surrogacy Professionals Document Your Journey Screening Process Basic Surrogacy Requirements Compensation
The Gift of LIFE Surrogates have a super power, they can give the gift of life. Women infertile due to medical issues. Women with viable eggs who can’t carry a pregnancy. Menopausal women. Women born with abnormal reproductive organs. Single men and women wishing to become parents. Same sex couples.
TaKe good care of Yourself A healthy mommy equals to a healthy baby, it makes sense to take care of yourself while pregnant. The monthly surrogacy stipend should more than cover hiring help when you need it so you don’t overwork. Professional surrogacy agencies hold monthly get-togethers for surrogates where they, and their families, can socialize with other surrogate families.
Seek Out Surrogacy Professionals The term professional refers to individuals with more than 20 years’ experience, don’t be fooled by less experienced physicians. Visit the surrogacy center to make sure you feel comfortable with the staff and doctors. Professional surrogacy centers have numerous resources, they can make sure you get every benefit you’re entitled to. A professional surrogacy center will have counselors, including former surrogate mothers, available to discuss surrogacy.
Screening Process Surrogate mothers go through a strict screening process that includes psychological health and medical screening. Some conditions that disqualify candidates are: Mental health issues, especially severe postpartum depression. Pregnancy related problems like preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. Conditions like HIV that can be transmitted to the child.
Basic Surrogacy Requirements
Age 21-37. Have at least 1 child you are parenting. A non-smoker, non-drug-user with healthy lifestyle. No major pregnancy complications. BMI under 32. US citizen or legal resident. No felony convictions. If you have a spouse or partner, they are supportive of you becoming a surrogate.
coMpensaTion A surrogate pregnancy takes a lot out of a woman and she should be compensated appropriately. After all, growing a new person and keeping it healthy and safe for its parents is a noble calling. All surrogates are paid roughly a year’s salary per surrogacy. Experienced surrogates, and surrogates carrying pregnancies with multiples, are paid more.
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