01 — What is it
Your embryo (or one made with donor materials) is carried by a gestational carrier. Distinct from traditional surrogacy — the carrier has no genetic link to the baby.
02 — Who typically considers it
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Medical reasons that make carrying unsafe.
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Same-sex male couples or single fathers by choice.
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Repeated pregnancy loss with no other clear path.
03 — Common misconceptions
The myth
"Surrogacy is legal everywhere."
The reality
Laws vary dramatically by state and country. Where you live shapes what's possible.
The myth
"You hand off and disappear."
The reality
A good carrier match is a real relationship — communication, prenatal visits, birth plans, ongoing connection.
04 — Questions people often ask
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Agency vs independent match — what fits us?
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What does our state's surrogacy law actually require?
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How do we talk about this with our extended family?
05 — Real stories
"Our carrier is now family. Nobody warned us about that part — it was the best surprise."
06 — What decisions typically come next
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Legal jurisdiction strategy.
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Carrier matching values and expectations.
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Plan for birth and post-birth contact.
When you're ready