Articles – Surrogacy – Infertility Portal

A wealth of information is contained in our surrogacy articles, covering various aspects of the process, with the aim of guiding you through this intricate journey. The legal, emotional, and practical dimensions of surrogacy are explored, ensuring thorough understanding.

Legal considerations surrounding surrogacy are detailed, providing insights into the complex legal frameworks governing surrogacy agreements and parental rights. Surrogacy practices in the USA, Canada, Australia, and the UK are examined, with special attention given to the article “What is the Best Country for Surrogacy,” which explores surrogacy in thirty-nine countries.

Emotional aspects of surrogacy are examined with sensitivity, acknowledging the profound emotional impact on surrogate mothers, intended parents, and their families.

Blog Posting – When IVF Goes Wrong

Why Patients Need to Understand the IVF Lab Assisted reproduction has transformed millions of lives. It has given hope where there was none and helped create families across the world. The science is extraordinary, and the dedication of professionals in this field is undeniable. But recent cases have reminded us of an important...

Blog Posting – US Taxes for Citizens Living Abroad

U.S. Taxes for Citizens Living Abroad: What International Families Should Know For many international intended parents, the United States has become one of the most trusted destinations for surrogacy. The U.S. offers a well-regulated legal framework, experienced medical professionals, and some of the highest IVF success rates in the world. In addition, American hospitals provide...

Blog Posting – Should Intended Parents be Screened in Surrogacy?

A troubling story came out of Pennsylvania recently: a convicted sex offender became a parent through surrogacy. If this had been an adoption or a foster care situation, it never would have happened. Adoption and Foster care laws require background checks and have clear disqualifiers. But in surrogacy? In most places, there are no...

Partnering with Agencies to Care for Your Surrogates

Ready-to-Use Posts for Surrogate Support At Infertility Portal, we are dedicated to empowering surrogacy agencies with the tools and resources they need to provide exceptional support to their surrogates. Our collection of 12 thoughtfully crafted posts covers essential topics like dental care, exercise, managing swollen ankles, making safe fish choices, and more—helping surrogates understand...

It’s Time To Tell

With the advent of advanced technology like facial recognition and DNA testing, anonymous egg donation is becoming nearly nonexistent. The prevalence of services such as 23&Me and Ancestry has made it highly likely that a child conceived through egg donation will have the means to discover information about their donor or extended family. In today’s...

How to Compare Agencies woman two options

How To Compare Agencies Part 1

If you have decided to work with an agency to support your family, the next big question is which one to pick! It is an important decision, as you could work intimately with that Company (and its staff) for a significant and intense period. Among other key decisions they will subsequently make on your behalf...

How To Compare Agencies Part 2

Continuing our multi-part series on ‘How to Compare Agencies,’ we now focus on one of the more challenging aspects of the process that needs to be considered. As mentioned, selecting a surrogate involves extensive screening to ensure a suitable match before proceeding with the embryo transfer. Agencies often report that they must carefully evaluate...

How To Compare Agencies Part 3

In the third part of our series, we now cover the important topic of how much surrogacy will cost. Due to the plethora of information, the focus of this article will be limited to surrogacy agencies in the USA. Understandably, this is the number one question for most intended parents. Surrogacy is expensive, mainly due...

How To Compare Agencies Part 4

Choosing between surrogacy agencies can be complex because agencies often offer different services and operate in distinct ways. Not all agencies provide a comprehensive suite of services under one roof, and the range of offerings may vary significantly. Some agencies may lack in-house legal support, egg donation, or fertility services, permitting intended parents to work...