When you’ve been trying to conceive for a long time, you may wonder if it’s ever going to happen. When you finally reach the point where you can no longer successfully conceive without outside help, you are ready to begin fertility treatments. And, if you’re looking for a way to start your parenting journey through surrogacy, there’s an easier way. You can rent a surrogate mother without going through lengthy legal procedures and the expense of hiring a lawyer.
Do your research.
More couples are becoming parents through surrogacy than ever before. The number of fertility treatments has increased in recent years, and many clinics have begun to offer a wider range of services for couples struggling to conceive.
If you are planning to become a parent through surrogacy, there are a few things you should know about the process. First, it’s important to do your research before deciding on a clinic or doctor. You want to make sure that the clinic or doctor you choose works with infertility issues and has experience dealing with them. It is also good to know their success rate and how long they have been in business.
Make a plan.
There are many ways to be a parent, but one of the most important is making a plan. When the baby comes home, the last thing anyone wants is to be surprised by unexpected issues. Below are some examples of issues you should consider when creating your plan.
Birth certificate:
When your child is born, you must petition the court to issue a new birth certificate. This will list you as the parent(s) and not the surrogate or egg donor. Doing so varies from state to state, so you should find out what it is for your state.
Paternity test:
In some states, paternity testing is required at birth prior to a new birth certificate. In other states, paternity testing is not required until after the new birth certificate is issued. But in all cases, there is a lot of paperwork involved, and it takes time to get everything done. This can delay the official recognition of your parental rights, so it’s important to know what needs to happen in your case and give yourself enough time to get everything in order before you go home with the baby.
Choose an agency.
Don’t try to do it yourself. The fertility industry is unregulated, and many weak agencies make promises they can’t keep. Before choosing an agency, make sure they are reputable and have been around for a long time. Many agencies offer free consultations to their clients to get an idea about their personalities and how well they match what the client wants. This will give them a better idea if the agency is right for them. Work with a reputable agency like us, who have years of experience in the field and have worked with hundreds of couples just like you.
Contact the surrogate mother’s family.
It is common for parents to want to contact the surrogate mother’s family. It can be a great relationship for everyone involved. For the intended parents, it can provide an opportunity to learn about their baby’s birthplace, and for the surrogate mother’s family, it can help them feel involved during a very difficult time.
Again, these are personal choices and will be discussed as part of any surrogacy agreement.
Take away:
If you are starting this journey of becoming parents, it is important to consider all these steps mentioned above.
There is no doubt that surrogacy is a beautiful and unusual way to have children. But if you and your partner decide to go down this path, you need to understand that it’s not the easiest option. There are many regulations involved and more questions. However, it is possible for those who want to start their lives as parents through surrogacy to do so properly and in the safest way possible. Just remember our guidelines when embarking on this incredible journey.
