Will the baby have any of my DNA as a gestational carrier?
As a gestational carrier, the baby will not have any of your DNA. The genetic material used for the embryo comes from the intended parents or donors, not from the gestational carrier. The gestational carrier's role is to provide a nurturing environment for the embryo to develop and grow during pregnancy. Therefore, the baby will inherit its genetic traits from the intended parents or donors, not from the gestational carrier.
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What is the difference between gestational surrogacy and traditional surrogacy? What are the advantages of gestational surrogacy?
In gestational surrogacy, the baby is not biological-related to the surrogate. However, in traditional surrogacy, the baby has a biological connection with the person who carries the baby. In gestational surrogacy, embryos are produced by in vitro ...
How does a surrogate mother get pregnant?
A surrogate mother gets pregnant through the process of assisted reproductive technology, also known as IVF. During IVF, a woman’s eggs are fertilized with sperm outside of her body. Then, the embryos are transferred back into the woman’s womb for ...
Will there be any expenses for me during the surrogacy process?
Rest assured, all surrogate-related costs are covered by the Intended Parents. Initially, you may incur small expenses, such as mailing your medical records.
How long the entire surrogacy process can take?
The surrogacy process can take anywhere from 12 months to 18 months for the majority of intended parents, depending on each case and the location of your surrogate.
Can I choose the individual or couple I am a surrogate for?
Yes, at Patriot Conceptions, you have the freedom to choose the individual or couple you would like to be a surrogate for. We follow a careful selection process where Intended Parents are presented with your profile based on the criteria you've ...