This article explains what PGT testing is, what the research actually shows, and what gestational carriers (surrogates) should know before making embryo requirements a condition of matching.
Being informed is not the same as being restrictive, and a good agency will encourage you to understand the process rather than simply defer to it. There are reasonable, constructive questions worth asking as you navigate matching and the medical process.
Read moreAs the Head of Surrogate Engagement at Brownstone Surrogacy, I went to the Jones Foundation Infertility Counseling Conference in Philadelphia: the biggest conference focused on the emotional, ethical, and psychological sides of fertility care.
The point isn’t that surrogacy is hard. It’s that it’s meaningful, and meaningful things deserve real support at every stage, including after delivery. A strong agency knows the journey doesn’t end in the delivery room. It continues to support you and prioritize your well-being even after you’re home.
Read moreEmbarking on the incredible journey of becoming a surrogate is a huge decision that deserves careful consideration. Right away surrogates face a choice between doing surrogacy “independently” or with an agency. Here are just some of those reasons why a surrogate should partner with an agency:
Read moreSurrogacy is a deeply personal and life-changing decision that involves a great deal of physical, emotional, and psychological commitment. As such, it is crucial to thoroughly evaluate your level of readiness before choosing to become a surrogate. Here are some key factors to consider when assessing whether you are ready to embark on this journey….
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Brownstone Surrogacy is licensed as a surrogacy matching program by the New York State Department of Health. Our license number is GS221023. We are proud to be among the few agencies licensed by a governmental regulator.
“Gestation is a marvel, no matter how it is accomplished. But gestation isn’t the real magic. Love is the magic. Love is the only magic.” – Early: An Intimate History of Premature Birth and What It Teaches Us About Being Human by Sarah DiGregorio
