Starting the surrogacy process involves several steps to ensure legal, medical, and emotional preparedness. Here's a guide to help you begin:

Research and Decision Making

Evaluate Readiness: Ensure both partners are emotionally and financially ready for the surrogacy journey

Choose a Surrogacy-Friendly Country or State

Legal Considerations: Select a country or state where surrogacy is legal and well-regulated. Countries like Georgia have favorable surrogacy laws for international couples.

Select a Surrogacy Agency or Program

Choose a reputable surrogacy agency or program that offers comprehensive services, including matching, legal support, and medical coordination.

Schedule consultations to understand the agency’s processes, costs, and support services.

Legal Preparation

Consult an Attorney: Engage a surrogacy attorney experienced in the laws of the chosen location. They will help draft and review contracts and ensure compliance with local laws.

Match with egg donor and Surrogate

Screening and Matching: The agency will screen potential egg donors and surrogates to match you with someone whose values and expectations align with yours.

Initial Meeting: Meet with the surrogate (virtually or in person) to build a relationship and ensure mutual comfort.

Embryo Creation and Transfer

Create embryos using the intended parents’ or donors’ genetic material.

Embryo Transfer: The fertility clinic will transfer the embryos to the surrogate's uterus.