If you are considering assisted reproduction technology (ART) to start a family, you may have come across terms like "traditional surrogate" and "gestational carrier." While these two terms convey distinctive differences, many still use them interchangeably. This is a...
Deciding to become a surrogate is a profound and life-changing choice. Among the many criteria for surrogacy, age is one of the most significant factors. Surrogacy agencies and doctors often set an age limit to be a surrogate mother. Knowing why these limits are in...
Surrogacy is a growing option for many people to whom traditional conception paths may not be possible. Couples facing infertility, single parents, and LGBTQ+ individuals often consider this route. When considering surrogacy, intended parents often face a critical...
Surrogacy can be a beacon of hope for many. It offers a path to parenthood for many individuals and couples who cannot conceive naturally. However, like any significant life decision, it comes with its own set of risks and challenges. So, what are the risks of...
The Alabama Supreme Court’s recent ruling that recognized embryos as children under state law sparked widespread concern throughout the reproductive health community. This decision, with its potential to affect IVF treatments not just in Alabama but also...
IVF or gestational surrogacy can create families and change lives forever. It is a process filled with emotions, some expected and others unexpected, that brings intended parents together with a surrogate when the intended parents either cannot or choose not to have a...
Fertility and surrogacy issues are deeply personal. Many people don’t want their most sensitive information posted somewhere on the Internet. Recently, California legislators passed a pair of bills that will help protect the reproductive and sexual health...
Fertility problems are a major issue for many California citizens. Many of the most pressing health worries related to this issue stem from hypertension. This is a condition that results from abnormally high blood pressure. It can lead to a wide variety of health...
Many people in California are interested in adding to their families but cannot for various reasons, including fertility and other health-related reasons. Turning to a surrogate sounds ideal for some couples and individuals to solve their problems. But although the...
California was one of the first states to allow cannabis to be used both medicinally and recreationally. However, those hoping to start a family may want to think twice about doing so. Some studies have shown that cannabis use can affect both male and female...
