Seasons Of Parenthood

Surrogate parents play a vital role in helping people build families. Whether due to medical reasons or personal choice, surrogacy is an incredible journey filled with love and hope. Let’s explore what it means to be a surrogate parent, how surrogacy works, and answers to common questions about this life-changing process. What Are Surrogate Parents? Surrogate parents are individuals who carry and give birth to a child for another person or couple. This selfless act allows people who cannot conceive naturally to become parents. Surrogates often build lasting bonds with the families they help. There are two main types of surrogacy: traditional and gestational. In traditional surrogacy, the surrogate’s egg is used, making her the biological mother. In gestational surrogacy, the surrogate carries an embryo created from the intended parents’ or donor’s egg and sperm. Gestational surrogacy is more common because it keeps the intended parent...