Surrogacy has grown immensely over the last 20 years. In 2023, surrogacy cycles reached a rate of seven times what it was in 2004.
Advances in reproductive medicine and evolving legal frameworks have made way for this growth and made it possible for more families to experience the benefits of surrogacy.
With clear laws around surrogacy in several states in the U.S., it has become a viable option for those seeking to grow their family. And as use of surrogacy has grown, so has the understanding of the needs of both the surrogate and the intended parents. Today, there is far better emotional, medical and social support for everyone involved.
If you’re still hesitant to inquire about whether surrogacy might be right for you, spend some time exploring some of the reasons other parents have used a surrogate to welcome a biological child and why you might consider doing the same.
Benefits of Surrogacy
For many people exploring surrogacy, the road to parenthood has been long and challenging. Whether that road has included infertility, not finding the right person to settle down with and start a family, or the challenges of navigating starting a family as a same-sex couple, we know that once you sit down with Accel Conceptions, you’re so ready for the moment when you become parents.
No matter what obstacles you’ve faced with welcoming a child, surrogacy can offer many outstanding benefits. Get to know the greatest advantages of surrogacy.
1. A Pathway to Parenthood
Surrogacy opens the door for many individuals to become parents who might not otherwise be able to do so. Some scenarios where this is most beneficial includes:
- Those struggling with infertility
- Same-sex couples
- Single people who long to be a parent
- Women with medical conditions that might not be able to carry a child safely
Whether you’ve been unsuccessful with other fertility treatments or face medical challenges, surrogacy opens to door to welcoming a child.
2. Biological Connection with Your Child
Tell a parent that their child looks just like them and watch them beam with pride. There’s something about sharing biology with your children that makes the experience that much more special.
With surrogacy, the egg and sperm can come from the intended parents, or they can use a donor for either. But this process can enable families to share a genetic link.
This enables a parent to pass on their genetic heritage even when they can’t carry a pregnancy for any number of reasons.
3. The Chance to Participate in the Pregnancy
Intended parents can participate in the pregnancy journey with the surrogate as much or as little as they want to. When meeting with a surrogacy agency, just be sure to share your thoughts on whether you want this to be a part of your surrogacy journey so you can be paired with a surrogate who is comfortable with the level of involvement that you want.
You’ll have the opportunity to select your surrogate, participate in the medical planning and prenatal decisions throughout the pregnancy, and maintain communication with the surrogate to be actively involved in the nine months leading up to welcoming your child.
Because the process is long, being more involved in the pregnancy provides a sense of connection for intended parents.
4. Emotional Fulfillment
Because the road to parenthood is long for those who use surrogacy, the emotional fulfillment of welcoming your baby is immeasurable. Many families have suffered through pregnancy loss or infertility before turning to surrogacy and might have begun to wonder if they can be parents.
Surrogacy offers emotional fulfillment of having a child with shared genetics. It can bring purpose and joy to life that you have never imagined.
Many intended parents share that the process is truly life changing, and opens them to a world of hope and happiness they had never known.
5. Reduced Health Risks for Intended Parents
Through no fault of your own, you might not be suited to carry a child due to an existing medical condition.
There are several health conditions that doctors find are incompatible with pregnancy, such as:
- Heart conditions
- Some autoimmune disorders
- Previous high-risk pregnancies or pregnancies with serious complications
Working with a surrogate can help a woman avoid the risk to enjoy a smooth transition into parenthood without all the worry or added medical appointments.
Explore Surrogacy More Deeply
While there are many benefits of surrogacy, it isn’t for everyone. There is so much to consider when exploring how you start or grow your family.
Accel Conceptions has guided many individuals and couples through surrogacy. Our caring team will answer your questions, protect your legal rights, and help you evaluate the best next step in your parenthood journey.
Contact us now to get started.