Surrogacy

What is Gestational Surrogacy?

Gestational surrogacy involves a surrogate, also known as a gestational carrier, who carries and delivers a baby for the intended parents. Unlike traditional surrogacy, the surrogate has no genetic connection to the child, as the embryo is created using the egg and sperm of the intended parents or donors. This path allows individuals and couples facing medical or anatomical challenges to experience the profound joy of parenthood.

The Surrogacy Process at Fertility Specialists of Texas

Our surrogacy program is designed to provide comprehensive support with empathy and expertise. We guide you through each phase with care.

Collaboration with Surrogacy Agencies

We partner with highly respected local and national surrogacy agencies that thoughtfully manage the initial recruitment and screening of potential surrogates. Gestational surrogates are carefully vetted to ascertain the healthiest environment possible. These agencies also offer legal referrals and administrative assistance, ensuring all legal aspects are handled smoothly and transparently.

Consultation with a Reproductive Health Attorney

To protect your growing family and the baby you hope to welcome, it’s important to consult a legal expert in reproductive health law who understands Texas-specific regulations. This helps ensure that everyone’s rights—intended parents, gestational carrier, and baby—are clearly understood and protected.

Medical Evaluation and Preparation

Once a surrogate is selected, our physicians conduct thorough medical screenings to confirm her readiness for the surrogacy journey. During this phase, the intended mother or egg donor undergoes an IVF cycle to retrieve eggs, which are then fertilized to create embryos. At the same time, the surrogate prepares her uterus with hormone treatments to ensure the best possible conditions for embryo implantation.

Embryo Transfer and Pregnancy

A healthy embryo is carefully transferred into the surrogate’s uterus, and our team provides continuous support and monitoring throughout the pregnancy. We work closely with the surrogate and intended parents to ensure everyone feels informed and supported.

Selecting a Gestational Surrogate

Choosing a surrogate is an incredibly personal decision, and our team is here to offer guidance with compassion and respect for your preferences. Key considerations include:

• Location: A surrogate who lives nearby can make communication and involvement more convenient. Additionally, living in a surrogacy-friendly state simplifies the legal process.
• Health History and BMI: A healthy medical history and appropriate body mass index are essential for a safe pregnancy.
• Age: Selecting a surrogate of the right age helps balance maturity and health considerations for a successful pregnancy.
• Pregnancy and Delivery History: A history of healthy pregnancies and deliveries can help provide additional peace of mind.

Who Can Benefit from Surrogacy?

Surrogacy can offer a path to parenthood for a diverse range of individuals and couples, including:

• Women with Medical Conditions: For those unable to carry a pregnancy due to health concerns.
• Same-Sex Male Couples: Surrogacy offers a biological connection to your child.
• Single Men: Providing a way to build a family with a biological connection.
• Transgender Individuals and Couples: Creating a path to parenthood that respects and supports your journey.

At Fertility Specialists of Texas, we welcome all families and are committed to helping you build yours with empathy, expertise, and genuine care.