Gay men surrogacy

Where do you start the surrogacy process as a gay man? Our complete surrogacy guide walks through each step of the process, and explains factors such as cost, egg donor and surrogate choice, and more. With the help of IVF, surrogacy for gay men is now an alternative approach to parenthood and a viable option for same sex couples wanting to become parents.

We asked three experts from a leading surrogacy agency, Circle Surrogacy and Egg Donation, to answer the top 10 questions asked by same-sex couples seeking its services. From the period – , the team at BSC have helped countless gay couples and single gay men become parents through egg donation and surrogacy. BSC America believes that the right to become a parent is the same for all couples, regardless of sexual orientation.

Surrogacy is a popular option for gay men who want to be biologically connected to their children, as well as for lesbian couples who are unable to conceive or carry a pregnancy on their own. We connected with gay men at Calgary Pride to talk about surrogacy and egg donation in Canada. The results surprised us and may surprise you, too! We connected with gay men at Calgary Pride that identified as wanting to be a parent and asked them about surrogacy and known egg donation.

Their responses surprised us and may surprise you, too! Surrogacy is a legal arrangement between a gay couple or single man and a woman who will become pregnant with their child. When the baby is born she relinquishes her legal and maternal ties to the baby. As a gay man, surrogacy may be the only opportunity you have to parent a child that is biologically connected to you or your partner.

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Gestational surrogacy is when the surrogate is not biologically connected to the baby she carries. Gestational surrogacy is the preferred type of surrogacy for most gay men and the only type of surrogacy Proud Fertility is able to support. The Surrogate is the biological mother of the baby but relinquishes her parental rights when the baby is born.

Traditional surrogacy usually costs less than gestational surrogacy. Success rates for both types of surrogacy will depend on many factors. You should talk to your preferred fertility clinic for more information. At Proud Fertility, we work with gay men who are choosing to pursue gestational surrogacy. We would love to talk with you about your options regardless of whether you prefer traditional surrogacy or gestational surrogacy.

Reach out to us through our Intended Parent Interest Form and we can arrange to answer your questions. Altruistic surrogacy is the only type of surrogacy that is legal in Canada. The Surrogate is not paid for the pregnancy but her surrogacy related expenses can be reimbursed. Commercial surrogacy is illegal in Canada. In a commercial surrogacy arrangement, the Surrogate is provided with a base fee for the pregnancy.

Financially, altruistic surrogacy is a much more attractive option for gay men than commercial surrogacy. You are only responsible for the Surrogates medical and out-of-pocket expenses as they relate to her pregnancy and will not pay your surrogate a base fee for her pregnancy. You may be financially responsible for medical expenses such as fertility clinic fees, and medications, attorney fees, counseling expenses, and other pregnancy-related needs like maternity clothing and travel expenses.

Surrogacy is an incredible experience for both the Surrogate and the Future Parents. Altruistic surrogacy is a very real example of the good in the world. Altruistic Surrogates may choose to help others have children because they want to give back, enjoy pregnancy, love giving birth, and want to do something special for someone else.

Prospective Surrogates choose to work with Proud Fertility because they believe in our inclusive philosophy.

We only work with Surrogates that truly believe everyone deserves the chance to be a parent regardless of biological ability, gender, relationship status, or sexuality. Our surrogates know that you will be no less a parent as a single or married gay man. Future Parents like you work with Proud Fertility because they know that not only is our mission something we hold close to our hearts, we actively promote and educate the public about single and gay parenthood.

We will help to clear any barriers you may experience on your surrogacy journey and ensure you have an experience that is free from judgment and stigma. We want you to be proud of who you are, proud of your desire to be a parent, and proud of your decision to pursue surrogacy and egg donation.