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Your Story
Understanding What Brings You Here
We begin by understanding your personal situation and what has led you to explore surrogacy.
Your First Conversation Matters
Begin Your Journey to Parenthood
Every surrogacy journey begins with a conversation.
Our team works closely with intended parents to understand their goals, fertility history, and the pathway that may be best suited for their family-building journey.
✔ Physician-Guided Program
✔ International Intended Parent Support
✔ Carefully Screened Surrogates
✔ Trusted U.S. Fertility Clinics
A Confident First Step
A Thoughtful Introduction to the Surrogacy Process
Starting the surrogacy journey can feel overwhelming. Many intended parents come to us with questions about timelines, fertility preparation, donor programs, and the surrogate matching process.
The purpose of the first consultation is to provide clarity.
During this conversation, our team learns about your goals and circumstances so we can help outline the possible path forward.
This step allows intended parents to better understand the process and begin planning the journey ahead.
Every family’s situation is unique, and the consultation provides the opportunity to explore the options available to you.
What this step provides
Clarity on the Process
Understand how surrogacy works from fertility preparation through matching and beyond.
Personalized Guidance
Explore options based on your medical history, goals, and family-building plans.
Next Steps Defined
Gain a clearer picture of what comes next so you can move forward with confidence.
What We Discuss During Your Consultation
Understanding Your Family-Building Goals
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Fertility History
Reviewing Your Medical Starting Point
We discuss whether embryos already exist or if IVF or donor programs may be required.
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Surrogacy Timeline
Clarifying the Journey Ahead
Our team explains the typical timeline for fertility preparation, surrogate matching, and pregnancy.
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Program Options
Exploring the Right Structure
We outline the different program structures available depending on your needs.
Preparing for the Journey
What Happens After the Initial Consultation
Once intended parents decide to move forward, the next steps typically include preparing for the medical and legal stages of the surrogacy journey.
Our team helps ensure these early steps are organized and clearly understood.
Fertility Clinic Coordination
Working with a trusted clinic to begin or continue fertility preparation.
Embryo Preparation or IVF Planning
Preparing existing embryos or beginning IVF treatment as needed.
Donor Considerations
Identifying whether egg or sperm donors may be required for the journey.
Program Documentation
Preparing required documentation and aligning with the program structure.
Global Support
Guiding Families Across Borders
Our program is designed to support intended parents from around the world, providing structure, clarity, and coordination at every stage.
Fertility Coordination
Legal Preparation
Travel Planning
Birth Coordination
International Intended Parents
Beginning the Journey from Abroad
Many intended parents begin their surrogacy journey while living outside the United States.
During the initial consultation, we help international families understand the steps involved in pursuing surrogacy in the U.S., including fertility coordination, legal preparation, and travel planning for the birth of their child.
The goal of the consultation is to provide clarity so intended parents feel confident moving forward with the next stage of their journey.
Common Questions at This Stage
Questions Many Intended Parents Ask
Not necessarily. Some intended parents already have embryos stored at fertility clinics, while others begin IVF treatment as part of the surrogacy journey.
While every journey is unique, many surrogacy journeys take approximately 12–18 months from consultation to birth.
In many cases, the early stages of the journey can be coordinated remotely. Travel typically occurs closer to the delivery period.
A Personalized Journey Plan
Understanding Your Next Steps
Following the consultation, intended parents typically receive guidance on the next steps for their surrogacy journey.
Our role is to help ensure these steps unfold in a clear and organized way.
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Medical Planning
Selecting a Fertility Clinic
Identifying the fertility clinic that will support embryo preparation and treatment planning.
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Embryo Preparation
Preparing Embryos Through IVF
Moving forward with IVF treatment, embryo creation, or embryo coordination based on your pathway.
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Matching Stage
Beginning the Surrogate Matching Process
Starting the process of identifying a carefully screened surrogate for the next phase of the journey.
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Legal Preparation
Coordinating Legal Preparation
Organizing the legal stage so expectations, timelines, and responsibilities are clearly supported.
Start Your Journey with Sovereign Surrogacy
Begin the Path Toward Parenthood
The first step toward building your family through surrogacy begins with a conversation.
Our team is available to guide you through the consultation process and help you understand the pathway ahead.