Being unable to carry a child can be heartbreaking for hopeful mothers, but it shouldn’t mean that the dreams of having a child can’t be realized. Using a surrogate, or a woman who carries a child on another woman’s behalf, can provide hope for prospective parents. Oftentimes, the process works by having the prospective couple undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) to create embryos. The embryos will then be implanted in the surrogate, who will carry the baby to term. Discover the unique benefits of this option below.

3 Advantages of Having a Surrogate

1. Parenthood for LGBT Couples

For members of the LBGT community, adoption is often perceived as one of the only options for pursuing parenthood. Yet, some couples wish to experience the journey of pregnancy and having a child biologically related to at least one parent. Whether due to personal, biological, or medical reasons, choosing surrogacy can make parenthood a reality for LGBT couples.

2. The Option of a Biological Child

Some parents have a desire for both individuals to be biologically related to their child but are unable to conceive successfully on their own or through reproductive assistance. In these cases, surrogacy can still allow for intended parents to have their own biological child. Your doctor can discuss odds for success with you and your partner based on the quality of your eggs and sperm.

3. Increased Odds of Success

For women with conditions or structural challenges that make childbearing difficult or impossible, the odds of successfully carrying a pregnancy to term are diminished. Surrogates are closely screened for medical factors to ensure they’re in optimal health for gestation. This could make surrogacy more likely to be successful than other options for parenthood.

If you’re having trouble getting pregnant and would like to explore treatment options, turn our caring team at Diamond Institute for Infertility & Menopause. Serving Essex County, NJ, doctors Matan Yemini and Ndidimaka Onwubalili specialize in reproductive medicine including IVF, artificial insemination, and working with surrogates to help hopeful parents achieve their dreams of having a baby. Call our office at (973) 761-5600 to set up a consultation or find out more about our treatment options online.