surrogacy

Embarking on the journey of surrogacy is a significant and emotional experience. At SurrogacyConcierge, we understand the importance of finding the right surrogate to help build yourfamily. Here are key factors to consider when choosing a surrogate: At Surrogacy Concierge, founded by Evie Jeang, we are dedicated to guiding you through everystep of this life-changing…

In a historic move, California’s Senate Bill 729 (SB 729) was signed into law inSeptember 2024, expanding fertility treatment coverage under large group healthinsurance plans beginning July 1, 2025. This law mandates coverage for infertilitydiagnosis and treatment, including IVF, while broadening the definition of infertility toinclude individuals and couples who require medical intervention to conceive,…

Many same-sex couples are eager to expand their families by having children. One possible consideration for the LGBT community is surrogacy. While surrogacy is generally the same for both same-sex couples and heterosexual couples, there are some unique considerations that same-sex couples should consider before starting the surrogacy process. LGBT Surrogacy Process Surrogacy is an…

Information concerning how COVID-19 may affect pregnancy still raises a cloud of uncertainty. As COVID-19 was declared a national pandemic by the World Health Organization in March, there has been insufficient data on how the novel virus would affect surrogates who are nearing the end of their pregnancy term. Understandably, surrogates may have numerous questions…

Mitochondrial replacement therapy or (MRT) is the replacement of mitochondria, an organelle in cells, which can prevent or improve certain diseases. This procedure produces an often referred to “3 parent babies” since it requires the replacement of mitochondrial DNA of an embryo with that of a “third parent” This is a relatively new practice that has gained a good amount of attention due to its ethical issues. The issues involves where the line is drawn from vitro fertilization and gene editing. These social and ethical complexities make MRT an important issue to discuss.

Surrogacy laws vary as much as the people who use surrogacy as a process of creating a family. With that being said, laws around the globe are not entirely different but limited to partial acceptance and prohibition.