What Surrogates Want: A Holiday Gift-Giving Guide to Fit Any BudgetIt's the most wonderful time of the year, again, the season of giving! And, although Intended Parents are not expected to purchase a gift for their surrogate, you may find yourself wanting to honor her...
Not many people can say that they have their dream job; the kind that feeds their soul, fills their heart, and truly leaves the world a better place when their work is done. But, everyday, Kristie Theilka, looks forward to just this kind of profession and as you read her story, you may find that you, too, feel called to a higher purpose.
Surrogacy might be one of the most life-changing experiences you encounter but the steps to get there can seem very overwhelming. You’ve chosen a trustworthy agency to carefully guide you down the path, but there are still some actions you can take to ensure a better surrogacy experience. Here are 5 Steps to a Smooth Surrogacy Journey
You are taking the first steps into your surrogacy journey and are likely wondering whether you should find a surrogacy agency or face the venture independently. us as we discuss the benefits of using an agency, why an agency might not be the right fit, and other options worth considering.
“How much are you being paid for this?” As a 2x surrogate, this is the one question that would infuriate me the most when asked by strangers, friends, or family. Even typing that out now, makes me cringe. When I would hear that question it made me feel like my...
All the Lifetime movies and the few bad examples of how surrogacy should go have led to the one question we hear time and time again. How do I know the surrogate won’t try to take my baby?! I can give you a handful of reasons that will provide you with understanding,...
The idea of being a surrogate can sometimes be an idea that is hard for children to understand. One of the best ways to help a child understand a topic is by reading books that are fun and exciting! There are a lot of children's books about surrogacy available and...
*This article was written in 2020. For up-to-date information on surrogacy and health insurance, click HERE. Controlling Costs in Surrogacy and Health Insurance Surrogacy is expensive for intended parents. The costs quickly add up when you consider medical...
One of the basic requirements (or strong suggestions) most agencies have for gestational surrogate candidates is that their families are complete. Many times this answer can be complicated. You are most likely going to be in one of the following categories: 1) 100%...
We are so excited to welcome Kristie Thielka to our team as Surrogate Coordinator. Please read our press release below. [Fishers, Indiana, October 1st, 2017—] Family Choice Surrogacy (FCS), one of the leading gestational surrogacy agencies in the Midwest,...