Frequently Asked Questions

Intended parents may be:

• Couples or individuals
• Using their own gametes or donor gametes

All family structures are welcome.

All matches are supported by:

• ASRM-aligned medical history and screening tools
• OB-GYN clearance
• Fertility clinic approval
• Psychological evaluation

Medical clearance is always provided by licensed professionals—not the platform.

Transparency is foundational. Intended parents receive:

• Relevant surrogate health information
• Disclosure of embryo testing (PGT-A / PGT-M, if performed)
• Clear discussion of pregnancy and delivery risks

This ensures informed, ethical decision-making.

The surrogate, in consultation with her physicians, makes all medical decisions. This protects both ethical standards and long-term outcomes and is consistent with ASRM guidance.

Costs vary but may include:

• Fertility clinic and IVF fees
• Medical care and medications
• Surrogate or donor compensation (if applicable)
• Insurance and legal fees

Independent matching often reduces agency costs while maintaining high standards of care.

Yes. ASRM strongly recommends:

• Independent legal counsel for all parties
• Psychological screening and support

These safeguards protect everyone involved.

Advance planning is encouraged and includes:

• Backup OB-GYN and hospital plans
• Maternal-fetal medicine referral if needed
• NICU preparedness

The surrogate's health is always the top priority.

A gestational surrogate carries a pregnancy created through IVF using an embryo to which she is not genetically related. This is the most common and medically recommended form of surrogacy under ASRM guidance.

Most fertility clinics, following ASRM recommendations, require:

• Age 21–45
• At least one prior healthy pregnancy and delivery
• No history of significant pregnancy or delivery complications
• Good overall physical and mental health
• A stable and supportive personal environment

Final approval is determined by a fertility clinic and your OB-GYN.

Your care is guided by:

• ASRM-aligned medical history review
• OB-GYN medical clearance
• Uterine cavity evaluation
• Recent prenatal and infectious disease labs
• Psychological evaluation

Medical decisions during IVF and pregnancy are always made between you and your physicians.

Yes. You maintain full bodily autonomy at all times. This principle is explicitly supported by ASRM and is central to ethical surrogacy.

Only relevant, pregnancy-related medical information is shared, and only with your consent. Non-pregnancy-related health information remains private.

Postpartum planning is encouraged and may include:

• OB follow-up care
• Mental health screening
• Lactation planning (if applicable)
• A respectful transition period

Your recovery is treated with the same care as the pregnancy itself.

In traditional surrogacy, the surrogate uses her own egg, making her the genetic parent of the child. This method is less commonly used and subject to additional medical, psychological, and legal considerations.

ASRM acknowledges traditional surrogacy but notes it carries:

• Increased emotional complexity
• Greater legal considerations
• Additional psychological screening requirements

As a result, many clinics accept traditional surrogacy only on a limited, case-by-case basis.

Traditional surrogates typically undergo:

• Comprehensive medical evaluation
• Expanded psychological assessment
• Clear counseling around genetic connection
• Detailed informed consent

Some fertility clinics may decline traditional surrogacy altogether.

Yes. As with gestational surrogacy, you retain full bodily autonomy and make medical decisions with your healthcare providers.

Traditional surrogacy requires:

• Strong emotional readiness
• Clear boundaries
• Independent legal counsel for all parties

This platform supports traditional surrogacy only where medical, psychological, and ethical alignment is clearly established.

An egg donor provides eggs that may be used to create embryos through IVF for intended parents or for embryo donation.

Eligibility is determined by fertility clinics and may include:

• Age typically between 21–32 (clinic-specific)
• Good physical and mental health
• No significant hereditary medical conditions
• Healthy ovarian reserve and reproductive history (if applicable)

Final acceptance is determined by the fertility clinic.

Egg donors typically complete:

• Comprehensive medical and reproductive history
• Pelvic ultrasound and ovarian reserve testing
• Infectious disease screening (FDA-required)
• Genetic carrier screening (as indicated)
• Psychological evaluation

Yes. Egg donation involves ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval, which carry known risks. These are reviewed in detail prior to consent.

No. This is confirmed through independent legal agreements before egg retrieval.

A sperm donor provides sperm used for IVF or other assisted reproductive treatments.

Eligibility may include:

• Age typically 18–45
• Good physical and mental health
• No significant hereditary medical conditions
• Willingness to complete screening

Sperm donors typically complete:

• Detailed medical and family history
• Infectious disease screening (FDA-required)
• Genetic carrier screening (as indicated)
• Psychological evaluation or counseling (recommended)

No. This is formalized through independent legal agreements.

Embryo donation occurs when individuals or couples donate embryos created through IVF for use by another intended parent or family.

Embryo donors are typically individuals who:

• Have completed their own family building
• Have embryos created through IVF
• Are willing to complete medical record review and screening

Acceptance is determined by the receiving fertility clinic.

ASRM-aligned screening may include:

• Review of medical and genetic history
• Infectious disease screening (per FDA and clinic policy)
• Counseling regarding ethical and emotional considerations

Yes. This platform supports:

• Anonymous donation
• Semi-open donation
• Open donation

The level of disclosure and future contact is agreed upon in advance.

No. Embryo donors do not retain parental rights or obligations. This is established through independent legal agreements prior to transfer.

Embryo donor information is shared only as medically or ethically necessary, with discretion and respect. Privacy standards mirror those used in high-end fertility practices.