What Happens After IVF? The days after an embryo transfer procedure are full of hope, anticipation, and questions. If you’re a surrogate, this phase can be emotionally intense. You’ve made it through IVF prep, fertility medications, and the transfer procedure itself, now what happens next can feel out of your control. But while the implantation […]
in-vitro fertilization (IVF)
Can You Choose Gender with IVF? An Intended Parent’s Guide to Gender Selection
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Jun
Jun
In today’s reproductive medicine landscape, in vitro fertilization has opened many doors for individuals and families facing infertility. Among the most commonly asked questions is: can you choose gender with IVF? For gestational surrogates, understanding this process is essential, especially when carrying an embryo that has undergone preimplantation genetic testing and genetic screening. This guide […]
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Jun
Jun
What Progesterone Does in Early Pregnancy Progesterone is essential for early and ongoing pregnancy. This powerful hormone lays the foundation for the uterus to accept embryo implantation and for fetal development. Produced first by the corpus luteum and later by the placenta and adrenal glands, progesterone keeps the uterine lining stable after the period so […]
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Jun
Jun
As a gestational carrier, your journey with in vitro fertilization is both remarkable and full of important considerations. One aspect you may encounter is advanced genetic testing. Terms like preimplantation genetic diagnosis, preimplantation genetic screening (called preimplantation genetic screening), chromosomal abnormalities, embryo biopsy, and viable embryos are all part of today’s assisted reproductive technology. Understanding […]
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May
May
Choosing to start or grow your family through in vitro fertilization is a major step in any fertility journey. It’s a process filled with equal parts hope, emotion, and complexity, not to mention the financial considerations involved. Understanding the cost of IVF, the various IVF procedures, and how factors like insurance coverage and fertility treatment […]
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May
May
For many individuals and couples facing infertility, in vitro fertilization (IVF) offers a powerful and hopeful path to building a family. However, for those unfamiliar with the process, it also raises an important question: Is IVF painful? As an established surrogacy agency in California, we at Made in the USA Surrogacy understand that both the […]
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May
May
Exploring Surrogacy Eligibility After Having Your “Tubes Tied” Surrogacy is a deeply personal and empowering journey—especially for women who’ve completed their families and feel called to help others build theirs. One of the most common questions we hear at Made in the USA Surrogacy is: Can I be a surrogate mother if I’ve had my […]
Surrogacy, Uncategorized
How Many Times Can You Be a Surrogate? A Comprehensive Guide for Returning Surrogates
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May
May
At Made in the USA Surrogacy, we are privileged to support selfless and compassionate women who choose to become a surrogate and help others start a family. For some, the journey is so meaningful that they consider doing it again. If you’re wondering how many times you can be a surrogate, you’re not alone. Whether […]
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May
May
What Does It Mean to “Inherit” from a Surrogate Mother? One of the most common questions people wonder about when beginning the surrogacy journey is: Does a baby inherit anything from a surrogate mother? It’s a valid and emotional question, especially with so much information—and confusion—about how the surrogacy process works. When we refer to […]
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May
May
Becoming a surrogate mother is one of the most life-affirming decisions a woman can make. This generous choice plays a vital role in helping intended parents achieve their dreams of building a family. But before you step into this incredibly personal and rewarding role, it’s important to choose a surrogacy agency that respects, protects, and […]