Nascency’s Comprehensive Mental Health Support for Gestational Surrogates

Providing Genuine Support for Your Journey 

Nascency understands that surrogacy is an incredible, life-changing experience, but it also comes with emotional ups and downs. Having access to professional mental health support throughout the journey can make a profound difference in navigating the emotional aspects of surrogacy. Our Mental Health Support Benefit is designed to ensure you feel valued, supported, and prepared for every stage of your journey, from embryo transfer to postpartum recovery.

Mental Health Support Benefit Overview

This benefit includes 4 coaching sessions during the surrogacy journey and three postpartum sessions, ensuring you have access to expert emotional support when you need it most. If additional support is needed, more sessions can be provided—please be sure to discuss this with your journey success advocate.

Pre-Embryo Transfer Session

(1 session before transfer)

• A dedicated session to discuss your journey ahead and mentally prepare for the experience. 
• Guidance on managing expectations, handling the emotional aspects of surrogacy, and discussing potential challenges. 
• Strategies for coping with uncertainty, medical procedures, and any unexpected changes that may arise.

Trimester-Based Sessions

 (1 session per trimester, to be used as needed)

First Trimester

Address early emotional experiences, adjusting to pregnancy as a surrogate, and any concerns related to bonding, medical procedures, or morning sickness.

Second Trimester

Midway check-in to discuss emotional well-being, communication with intended parents, and coping with any physical or emotional changes. 

Third Trimester

Preparing for birth, discussing expectations for delivery day, and processing feelings around completing the journey. 

Postpartum Support Sessions

(Three postpartum sessions at 3 weeks, 6 weeks, and 3 months postpartum)

3 Weeks Postpartum

An initial check-in to navigate emotions surrounding postpartum recovery, physical healing, and adjusting back to everyday life. 

6 Weeks Postpartum

Continued support to discuss emotional transitions, hormonal changes, and reflections on the journey. 

3 Months Postpartum

A final session to ensure emotional wellbeing, discuss closure, and provide guidance for long-term emotional health.

Why Mental Health Support Matters in Surrogacy

Emotional Well-Being

Surrogacy is a deeply personal experience, and emotions can shift throughout the process. Having a dedicated space to process your feelings is invaluable. 

Managing the Unexpected

Every surrogacy journey is unique, and challenges can arise. Professional guidance helps you navigate any unexpected situations with confidence. 

Healthy Communication

Therapy provides tools to maintain clear and open communication with intended parents, family members, and your support system.

Postpartum Support Matters

While surrogates often feel fulfilled by their journey, hormonal changes and emotional transitions still occur. Continued support ensures a smooth and healthy recovery.

A Commitment to Truly Supporting You

Nascency believes that true support goes beyond financial compensation—it means ensuring your emotional and mental well-being is prioritized every step of the way. This Mental Health Support Benefit is designed to empower you, provide reassurance, and honor the incredible gift you are giving.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule your sessions, please reach out to your journey success advocate. We are here for you, every step of the way. 

Thank you for your incredible generosity and strength.