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Posted on September 23, 2025

By Rashmi Gulati

A Surrogate’s Diary – One Week in Her Journey

Introduction

Surrogates are the unsung heroes of family building. Behind every successful surrogacy is a woman who balances medical appointments, her own family, and the emotional ups and downs of carrying a child for someone else. This diary shares one surrogate’s experience over the course of a week, showing the reality of her journey and the support she received from Surrogacy4All.

Monday – A Routine Checkup

The week begins with an early morning doctor’s appointment. As a surrogate, medical checkups are frequent to ensure the pregnancy is progressing smoothly. Her physician checks blood pressure, weight, and fetal heartbeat. Surrogacy4All coordinates transportation and covers expenses so the surrogate can focus on her health. She returns home to prepare breakfast for her own children before school, balancing her surrogate journey with family life.

Tuesday – Family Conversations

On Tuesday, she talks with her own children about the surrogacy. Honesty is key—they know she is helping another family have a baby. Her partner is supportive, proud of her choice, and helps manage household duties. That night, she journals about the emotional responsibility she feels—carrying someone else’s dream.

Wednesday – Emotional Check-In

Midweek, she joins a virtual support group organized by Surrogacy4All. Surrogates share stories, ask questions, and offer encouragement. Some talk about morning sickness, others about the joy of feeling the baby’s first kicks. She leaves the meeting reassured, knowing she is not alone on this journey.

Thursday – Staying Healthy

Thursday is all about wellness. She attends a prenatal yoga class, recommended by Surrogacy4All’s holistic support team. Exercise helps her manage back pain and reduce stress. She also follows a nutrition plan designed to keep her energy levels steady. The surrogate coordinator checks in to remind her that all supplements and wellness services are reimbursed.

Friday – A Call with Intended Parents

Friday brings excitement. She video calls the intended parents, sharing ultrasound photos and updates. They cry with joy as they hear their baby’s heartbeat. The surrogate feels an overwhelming sense of purpose—knowing she is making their dream possible.

Saturday – Time for Herself

Surrogacy is demanding, but balance is important. Saturday is her self-care day. She reads, takes a long walk, and spends time with her children. She writes in her diary: ‘Sometimes I forget how extraordinary this is. I’m living my normal life, but I’m also helping bring life into the world.’

Sunday – Looking Ahead

Sunday is a day of reflection and preparation. She reviews her upcoming schedule—another medical appointment, a nutrition consultation, and continued check-ins with Surrogacy4All. She feels grateful for the constant support, both emotional and medical, provided by a physician-led agency.

Conclusion – The Heart of Surrogacy

This surrogate’s week shows the balance of responsibility, love, and support that defines the surrogacy journey. At Surrogacy4All, surrogates are never left alone—they receive medical care, emotional guidance, and financial reimbursement every step of the way. Their courage and dedication are the foundation of countless families’ happiness.

Learn more:

About Becoming A Surrogate

Contac – info@surrogacy4all.com | Call – 1-212-661-7177

Rashmi Gulati

Rashmi Gulati, MD, provides innovative, individualized health care that nurtures mind, body, and spirit. Since 2004 she has been the medical director at Patients Medical, where she delivers comprehensive personalized health care, treating each patient as a respected, unique individual. Through their integrative health care center in the heart of Manhattan, Dr. Gulati and her colleagues have become premier care providers serving patients locally and throughout the world.