Are you thinking about becoming a surrogate mother and still are unsure whether you would be good in this role? The experts from Parens Fertility Agency have prepared a list of 8 reasons why you would make a great surrogate, so you could decide whether it is something that you would want to experience in your life.
You want to help others to create a family
It is the desire to help people who can't have children of their own and lack the most inspiring and delightful experience of parenthood in their lives that characterizes the women who have already taken part in surrogacy programs in “Parens Fertility.” Do you feel the same? Do you think that you want to share your wonderful experience of being a mother and help others to enjoy it? Then you may read through the following reasons and start thinking of filling in the application.
You are healthy
Since a surrogate mother is to bring a new life into this world, you need to be healthy and have no bad habits if you want to participate in such a program. A surrogate's health is of the highest concern for us; for this reason, one should undergo a number of medical examinations (fertility doctor, gynecologist, ultrasound examination, etc.) and take several tests (blood, hormone tests). Also, doctors will collect your medical history and ask you to fill in some questionnaires on your lifestyle, mental health, etc., to make sure that you are psychologically ready to be entrusted with such important work.
You are of the right age for surrogacy
The requirements in our agency clearly and unambiguously specify the age range for women eligible for taking part in surrogacy programs. Only persons who have at least 18 years of age can fill an application for becoming a surrogate mother, and the candidate over 39 y.o. are not suitable for this ART.
You already have given birth to a child/ren of your own
This requirement is to guarantee that there will be a minimal risk of complications during labor because the first pregnancy is usually the most challenging one, and the process of giving birth to the following children is generally easier.
Your financial situation is stable
We have developed this requirement to ensure that our surrogates can afford to follow a healthy lifestyle even prior to participating in a surrogacy program. Every month, you will be provided with the financial support for living during the program, though your eating and activity habits before surrogacy are of no less importance.
H2: You have excellent communication skills
Surrogacy may seem an easy task, but it involves many issues that can make it far more complex. You, as a woman carrying someone else's child, should be able to communicate in a clear and unambiguous way because the intended parents may be highly concerned about your condition and their baby. For this reason, not only doctors, but also the surrogate should be able to explain all the peculiarities of the pregnancy and calm the family down.
Since the couple has no chance to experience the delight of pregnancy and being pregnant, they would want to learn as much as possible about how you feel both physically and mentally to feel a little bit more engaging and provide you with support and express their gratitude.
Your family and friends support your decision
This aspect is one of the most important in this list. You live in a community of your colleagues, friends, and family, who have a considerable influence on your life and with whom you have close relationships. If you have no support from the circle of people you communicate with on a daily basis or if they are strongly against your decision, it isn't a good idea for you to take part in a surrogacy program. The reason is that such a situation is highly stressful and evokes a lot of negative feelings. It's known that the mental state of a woman – either biological mother or surrogate – impacts the baby she is carrying.
You are ready to commit to surrogacy
Since carrying someone else's child is highly responsible, surrogacy requires commitment and devotion. Are you ready to sacrifice your usual pace of life for the sake of surrogacy? Are you ready to communicate with the intended parents all the time and let them into your inner circle? Are you ready that the biological parents may want to become a part of your life and build close relationships with you? Are you ready to accept all the short-term inconveniences associated with pregnancy?
If the answer to these questions is yes, you may be a perfect candidate for surrogacy in “Parens Fertility.” If you have any other questions about surrogacy, surrogacy programs, and your fertility, please do not hesitate to contact our manager, who will explain everything to you in detail and answer all your questions.
We understand that surrogacy may be a quite challenging experience and changes a woman's life for 9 months. Still, if you feel a desire to help others feel the joy of parenthood, our work is to provide you with all the support you may need – both medical and psychological.
