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Becoming a Surrogate Mother

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Surrogacy

For prospective parents unable to have a successful pregnancy, surrogate motherhood can be a viable option for having a family. This Surrogacy Web Guide can help you learn more about what surrogacy is, how to choose a surrogate and, if you’re considering becoming a surrogate mother, how to decide whether it’s the right choice for you.

Surrogacy Basics

It’s important to get familiar with surrogacy basics and learn about the ... read more »

Selecting a Surrogate or Egg Donation Agency

If you have chosen surrogacy as a means of having a child, the Web sites in this section can help ... read more »

Becoming a Surrogate Mother

Many women find surrogate motherhood a truly meaningful experience. Read on for help deciding if becoming a surrogate mother is right for you.

Insights for Becoming a Surrogate Mother

  • The requirements for becoming a surrogate mother vary from state to state and even from agency to agency. Make sure you read any agency Web sites thoroughly and understand your state’s laws regarding the matter.
  • To learn more about becoming an egg donor, visit the New York State Department of Health Web site. Though some of this information is specific to New York, much of it will be useful to anyone.

Top Sites for Becoming a Surrogate Mother

iParenting features a “Profile of a Surrogate Mother” that details how one woman decided to become a surrogate mother.
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Growing Generations is a surrogacy service provider located in Los Angeles, Calif. The organization’s Web site provides an FAQ section, and several personal stories from surrogate mothers.
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The American Surrogacy Center, Inc. presents the results of a three-year study, “Motivations of Surrogate Mothers,” that examined the reasons women choose to become surrogate mothers.
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Connecting With Surrogate Mothers or Egg Donors

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