- Surrogates
- 19 min
The Surrogacy Process, Explained
Surrogacy is a big journey, but knowing what happens at each stage makes it way less intimidating. We’re here to simplify!
Here’s the Surrogacy Process
1. Application & Screening 📋
Before you meet intended parents or your future family, there’s a bit of work we do on our end: a thorough application (which Nascency helps you get through), gathering medical records (we do this for you!), a psychological evaluation (we connect you with a specialist…), and background check. Think of it as making sure you’re healthy, prepared, and ready to truly take full advantage of this incredible journey ahead.
2. Matching with Intended Parents, or your future family 🫶
We don’t just match on logistics- it’s about feelings, values, and communication style. The right match might feel like clicking with new friends who just happen to be starting a family, or finding that something just “clicks.”
3. Legal Agreements ⚖️
Contracts might sound boring, but they’re actually super important. They spell out everyone’s responsibilities, rights, and expectations; keeping you and the intended parents protected and clear-headed throughout the pregnancy and after the birth.
4. Medical Prep & Embryo Transfer ⚕️
This stage includes consultations, medications, monitoring, and sometimes travel. Your medical team at the IVF clinic will walk you through everything so you feel educated and confident. Plus, our Journey Success Advocates are experienced GCs themselves who can offer advice and support.
5. Pregnancy & Birth 🤰
Not unfamiliar territory for you but it will feel different than your own pregnancies and deliveries. We’ll make sure you and the IPs are aligned in prenatal care and birthing preferences as a matching point. With our guidance, you’ll collaborate on a birth plan so everyone is prepared and ready for the big day ahead of time.
6. Postpartum Recovery & Support 💤
The journey doesn’t end at birth. You’ll get guidance for physical recovery, emotional support, and counseling if you need it. We make sure you feel cared for during this transition with support from our expert postpartum doula on staff, Ashley Saverino. If you choose to pump breastmilk, she’s also a certified lactation consultant! We’ve got you covered.
Takeaway
Knowing the process makes it easier to feel empowered and prepared. Each piece is a step toward helping someone create a family and we’re here for it all!
What’s next?
- Call or Text us with any questions: 858-252-1699
- Share our Surrogacy Quiz + Application with a friend
