testing

Before you are selected as a surrogate you will be required to submit to a series of tests in order to determine if you are qualified. These tests include a psychological exam, genetic testing, a blood test, and HIV test. The intended parents will want to know as much about your psychological and genetic background as possible. They want to be sure that you will be able to carry a child to term. This can be time consuming, requiring several trips to the doctor.

doctor visits

Surrogacy requires many trips to the doctor’s office. How many trips you will have to make will be determined by what kind of surrogacy process you will under go. You can read more about the medical process by visiting a link from our links page. You are required to visit the doctor as requested, and fulfill all medical obligations. This could be very time consuming. You will have to work the frequent office trips into your schedule. If there is not a proper clinic in your area, you may have to travel. You should expect a hospital stay for the delivery.

pain, suffering and discomfort

The surrogacy process is not pain-free. In most cases, there will be injections, and embryo transfer procedure, and later, delivery. There is always the possibility of a cesarean section and a hospital stay. You will have to follow all doctors’ instructions during this time. You may not be able to drink, smoke or exercise during the pregnancy. Understanding what is required of you is important before entering into the process. A thorough contract will help you to understand your rights and responsibilities.