Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
Safe, legal surrogacy has changed so much for LGBTQ+ parents. Before surrogacy agreements and the dawn of surrogacy agencies, many LGBTQ+ couples were unable to have a family of their own. Adoption was their only option, and even that had hurdles. The journey of LGBTQ+ parenting and surrogacy is unique from other families. These couples […]
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Surrogacy is extremely misunderstood. You’ve likely heard many surrogate motherhood myths, both about being a surrogate and about the child’s parents. The process is simpler, clearer, and available to more people than you might think. Let’s debunk these myths and make motherhood attainable for more people. Surrogate Motherhood Myths: Adjusting Your Perception of the Lifegiving […]
Tuesday, February 25th, 2025
Surrogacy offers the chance for couples to grow their family when other means are not available to them. It’s one of the best gifts a gestational carrier can give to another person. Whether you’re a hopeful couple exploring surrogacy or an individual considering serving as a surrogate, you might be wondering how does surrogacy work? […]
Thursday, January 9th, 2025
The answer to the question “Is surrogacy legal” is somewhat complex because there is no federal law regulating surrogacy. That means that you’ll need to reference your state’s law to evaluate whether it is a smart move for your family. State surrogacy laws outline regulations both for intended parents and surrogates. So whether you’re contemplating […]
Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Surrogacy can be life-changing for everyone involved. Intended parents finally get to experience the jobs of parenthood and carriers get to give the greatest gift you can imagine. But even though surrogacy can be a beautiful thing, there are many pros and cons of surrogacy for all parties involved. Before starting your surrogacy journey, spend […]
Friday, November 29th, 2024
If you’re exploring whether serving as a surrogate might be right for you, your first question is likely: how much do you get paid for surrogacy? The compensation range varies, but typically if you carry a baby full-term, you receive a total of no less than $50,000 in benefits and payments. Being a surrogate comes […]
Thursday, October 17th, 2024
As you start to explore surrogacy, you might wonder: Does insurance cover surrogacy? This is an important cost consideration for intended parents and gestational carriers. Medical insurance and surrogacy is a complex topic as it applies differently to different aspects of the process. Here’s what you need to know about surrogacy and medical insurance. Does […]
Monday, September 9th, 2024
Welcoming a baby into the world can be a great source of joy. For parents who are unable to medically or biologically carry and deliver that baby, gestational surrogacy is an option worth considering. But what is gestational surrogacy, and how do you know when it’s the right choice? Continue reading to learn more about […]
Friday, August 16th, 2024
The road to parenthood is full of big decisions. One of the first is choosing your surrogacy agency. Whether you’re an intended parent or potential surrogate, it’s important to select an agency that’s easy to work with and capable of managing the financial, legal, physical, and emotional components of surrogacy. As you explore different options, […]
Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022
At Accel Conceptions, we are honored to have such dedicated surrogates who gladly lend their bodies to hopeful parents as a host for their embryos. Each surrogate has their story and their reasons for why they choose surrogacy. For today’s post, we get the inside scoop in an interview with one of our surrogates who […]