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What is the author's perspective on the surrogacy journey?

The author celebrates the surrogacy journey as a profound and altruistic gift, viewing it as more than a financial transaction. Motivations, driven by empathy and compassion, surpass monetary incentives. According to the author, becoming a gestational surrogate reflects the extraordinary nature of women willing to intimately assist those struggling with conception, often strangers.

Consanguinity Considerations

Consanguinity Considerations

Consanguinity Considerations — how genetic risk changes when partners share biological ancestry, why expanded carrier screening becomes more important, and how...
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Citizenship and Passports — US and International

Citizenship and Passports — US and International

How a newborn’s legal identity, citizenship, birth certificate, and passport are created after birth—and how these differ for: US intended...
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Polyp Removal Before IVF — When to Proceed

Polyp Removal Before IVF — When to Proceed

Key Takeaways Uterine polyps can significantly reduce implantation rates, and removal is often recommended before IVF. The ideal timing for...
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Supplements with Evidence — CoQ10, DHEA, Inositol

Supplements with Evidence — CoQ10, DHEA, Inositol

Key Takeaways CoQ10, DHEA, and Inositol are three supplements with strong clinical evidence for hormone health, fertility, energy, and metabolic...
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Employer Benefits — Getting the Most From Coverage

Employer Benefits — Getting the Most From Coverage

Employer fertility benefits are financial supports offered through your workplace—sometimes through insurance and sometimes as standalone fertility reimbursement programs. These...
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Personalized FET Timing (Serum Progesterone) — Dual Guide

Personalized FET Timing (Serum Progesterone) — Dual Guide

Key Takeaways Personalized FET timing uses serum progesterone levels to optimize embryo implantation Ensures the endometrium is fully receptive before...
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Partner Communication — Weekly Check‑Ins That Work

Partner Communication — Weekly Check‑Ins That Work

Key Takeaways Weekly check-ins prevent misunderstandings, reduce emotional overload, and strengthen teamwork during IVF or surrogacy. Structured communication reduces conflict...
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Ethical Questions — Autonomy, Privacy, Future Contact

Ethical Questions — Autonomy, Privacy, Future Contact

Ethical questions in donor conception arise because decisions made early—such as whether a donor remains anonymous, whether a child will...
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Egg vs Embryo Freezing — Decision Framework

Egg vs Embryo Freezing — Decision Framework

Key Takeaways Egg freezing preserves reproductive potential independently, while embryo freezing requires sperm and preserves a fertilized embryo. Embryo freezing...
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Hashimoto’s and Hypothyroidism — Levothyroxine Basics

Hashimoto’s and Hypothyroidism — Levothyroxine Basics

Key Takeaways Hashimoto’s is the most common cause of hypothyroidism and can impact fertility and pregnancy. Levothyroxine is the standard,...
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Fertility Clinics Near Me — Seattle (WA)

Fertility Clinics Near Me — Seattle (WA)

Key Takeaways Seattle is home to advanced fertility centers known for innovation and technology-driven treatment. Clinics offer comprehensive services including...
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Managing Side Effects — Headaches, Bloating, Mood

Managing Side Effects — Headaches, Bloating, Mood

This article explains managing side effects—headaches, bloating, and mood changes within the IVF Protocols & Medications pathway. It focuses on...
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Egg Donor Matching — Phenotype, Values, and Screening

Egg Donor Matching — Phenotype, Values, and Screening

Egg donor matching is one of the most important decisions in LGBTQ+ family building. It influences outcomes, costs, and timelines...
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Endometriosis Indicators — What Shows Up on Tests

Endometriosis Indicators — What Shows Up on Tests

Endometriosis can be one of the most overlooked factors in the fertility journey. Within the Fertility Testing & Diagnostics pathway,...
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Donor Selection with Carrier Status in Mind

Donor Selection with Carrier Status in Mind

how to choose an egg, sperm, or embryo donor whose genetic profile meaningfully reduces risk. Where this decision fits in...
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