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What Is Gestational Surrogacy and How Does It Work?

What Is Gestational Surrogacy and How Does It Work?

Gestational surrogacy allows you to have a child when carrying the pregnancy yourself is not possible or medically appropriate. An embryo is created through in vitro fertilization, or IVF, using eggs and sperm from the intended parents or donors. That embryo is transferred into a gestational surrogate, who carries the pregnancy. Her own eggs are not used, so she does not contribute the egg’s genetic material to the child.

Dr. Arnold Mahesan

By Dr. Arnold Mahesan

Fertility SpecialistBeverly Hills Babies

How Much Does Surrogacy Cost in California?

How Much Does Surrogacy Cost in California?

The cost of surrogacy in California depends on what your journey requires and what a quoted program actually includes. Someone who already has embryos will have a different budget from someone who needs an egg donor and IVF. Pregnancy care, insurance, surrogate compensation and the possibility of additional treatment also affect the total.

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By Dr. Arnold Mahesan

Fertility SpecialistBeverly Hills Babies

Surrogacy Timeline: How Long Does the Process Take?

Surrogacy Timeline: How Long Does the Process Take?

A surrogacy journey includes the preparation before pregnancy as well as the pregnancy itself. Its length depends on whether embryos already exist, how quickly a medically suitable match is available, and when the medical, legal and insurance steps are completed. A proposed schedule is a planning tool rather than a promised birth date.

Dr. Arnold Mahesan

By Dr. Arnold Mahesan

Fertility SpecialistBeverly Hills Babies

How to Find a Surrogate: Matching, Screening and Next Steps

How to Find a Surrogate: Matching, Screening and Next Steps

Finding a surrogate means identifying a woman who is medically suited to carry a pregnancy and who wants to share the journey with you. Availability is only the beginning. A good match also requires practical readiness, compatible expectations and informed agreement on both sides.

Dr. Arnold Mahesan

By Dr. Arnold Mahesan

Fertility SpecialistBeverly Hills Babies

How Are Surrogates Medically Screened Before They Are Matched?

How Are Surrogates Medically Screened Before They Are Matched?

Medical screening asks whether another pregnancy appears appropriate for a potential surrogate. It includes more than confirming that she has delivered a baby before. Her obstetric records, current health and the condition of her uterus help us assess whether proceeding is reasonable.

Dr. Arnold Mahesan

By Dr. Arnold Mahesan

Fertility SpecialistBeverly Hills Babies

Do I Need Embryos Before Starting Surrogacy, and How Many Should I Create?

Do I Need Embryos Before Starting Surrogacy, and How Many Should I Create?

You can begin a surrogacy consultation before you have embryos. In fact, discussing your family goals early can help you make a better IVF plan. You do need an embryo available before a transfer can take place, but embryo creation and preparation for surrogacy do not have to begin as completely separate projects.

Dr. Arnold Mahesan

By Dr. Arnold Mahesan

Fertility SpecialistBeverly Hills Babies

What Affects Embryo Transfer Success in Surrogacy?

What Affects Embryo Transfer Success in Surrogacy?

Embryo transfer success depends on the embryo, the uterus, preparation of the cycle and the transfer itself. A surrogate’s previous healthy pregnancies are valuable information, but they cannot make every embryo implant. Likewise, a promising embryo does not remove the need for careful medical preparation.

Dr. Arnold Mahesan

By Dr. Arnold Mahesan

Fertility SpecialistBeverly Hills Babies

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