Surrogacy Blog: Resources for Surrogates & Future Parents

Egg Donor In Vitro Fertilization in Kansas City: Can I Use A Shared Risk/IVF Refund Program?

Posted on By September 29, 2014

IVF refund Programs, also known as Shared Risk Programs, are used by many that utilize in vitro fertilization to attempt conception.  These programs offer those that qualify a way to get a refund of a certain amount of money if treatment is not successful. These refund programs are sometimes run by clinics themselves, and other times they are handled by…

Why Do Surrogacy Clinics Require Mental Health Screenings?

Posted on By September 22, 2014

If your clinic requires you to meet with a mental health professional before moving forward with using an egg donor or sperm donor, you may feel angry and defensive. This reaction is common and normal as the assumption by most intended parents are that they are going to be “assessed” or “evaluated” to determine if they are fit to be…

Building Healthy Donor Conceived Families in Kansas City

Posted on By September 14, 2014

When making the decision to use an egg donor to build and grow your family, it is helpful to utilize reliable resources to gather information.  The American Fertility Association is an organization that provides useful information about infertility and family building options. If you are considering building your family using an egg donor, this article from The American Fertility Association…

Using A Gestational Surrogate in Kansas City: Why is it so expensive?

Posted on By September 6, 2014

  Anyone that has looked into using a gestational surrogate, also referred to as a gestational carrier, knows that the associated expenses are very high. If you are just starting to investigate this option, you are probably taken back by what the total cost can be.  Using a gestational carrier to build and grow your family involves several teams of…

Using an Egg Donor or Surrogate in KC: Key Considerations

Posted on By August 30, 2014

Using an egg donor, sperm donor, or gestational surrogate can be can effective option for those struggling with fertility.  With appropriate medical, legal, and psychological preparation, egg donation and gestational surrogacy can help build families and provide a rewarding experience for all involved. The American Society For Reproductive Medicine is an excellent resource for reproductive health topics.  The list of…