"Why does it take so long to be matched?" -every Surrogate ever.
We hear you.
Here`s the thing…
The Surrogate Screening Process can take up to 90 days or longer AND IT IS FOR YOUR BENEFIT.
Read that again: Surrogates, it is for your benefit!🧡
We need to make sure we request all of your previous medical records, comb through your entire history, and make sure you are very healthy.
We do this because we want your pregnancy to be healthy and complication-free.
We care about you!
Having a beautiful surrogacy journey starts with the pre-screening process.
So while 90 days feels like a long time, trust that we are going the extra mile to build the foundation for a successful journey.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
If you are looking for an egg donor, you are going to want to watch this!
Here are the 3 criteria that were most important to me when selecting an egg donor.
In short: 💪, 🏫, 😍
Watch this video and comment below with an emoji describing what criteria you would look for in an egg donor⬇️
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
They say patience is a virtue. I don`t know who "they" are but they clearly were not an Intended Parent.
Fellow Intended Parents, let me know if you agree in the comments.
The hardest part of my surrogacy journey as an Intended Parent was WAITING.
Whether it is waiting for your attorney to reach out or waiting to hear from your clinic about an egg yield. Whatever phase of your journey you are in, there is waiting involved.
Since I know how hard that can be, here at Golden we are committed to a 30 minute or less response time.
We do this because we know there is someone on the other end depending on us.
This is one example of the way Golden is different from other agencies.
Visit our website to learn about the other ways we go the extra mile to provide world-class journey support and case management.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
If you want a business transaction type of surrogacy journey, we are not the agency for you.
Here at Golden, we believe that there are three essential pillars to having a great relationship between Surrogates and Intended Parents on a surrogacy journey.
TRUST, COMMUNICATION, and UNDERSTANDING.
As a former Intended Parent myself, I can testify that surrogacy journeys are served best when they are built on these three pillars.
If you are looking for a fulfilling surrogacy journey and not just a business transaction, reach out to us today!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Trust me, I know what I`m talking about. That is because I was once an Intended Parent.
I know what you are going through because I`ve been there too. I have walked in your shoes through multiple successful surrogacy journeys.
Being a former Intended Parent, I know how to treat people. I believe that communication and how we care for one another is at the crux of a successful surrogacy journey.
Rest assured you will have the best possible team advocating on your behalf, recruiting the absolute healthiest Surrogates, and providing world-class journey support and case management.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
CHECK THIS OUT!
Welcome to Golden Surrogacy, based in the Chicagoland suburbs!
Yup, we are located in a real office where we meet in-person to manage your journey.
This is rare for a surrogacy agency as many have their teams work remote.
Not here at Golden! When you work with Golden, rest assured you are being provided the absolute best service.
You deserve nothing but the best!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
The answer to the question, "Can the Surrogate keep my baby?" is found in knowing the difference between a TRADITIONAL and GESTATIONAL Surrogate.
TRADITIONAL SURROGATE: When the Surrogate is biologically related to the baby she is carrying.
GESTATIONAL SURROGATE: When the Surrogate is NOT biologically related to the baby she is carrying.
When the Surrogate has no genetic relation to the child she has no legal rights to "keep the baby."
Here at Golden, we only recruit Gestational Surrogates and manage Gestational Surrogacy arrangements.
If you are looking for an agency to work with make sure you understand the difference between these two arrangements.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
MONNNEYYYYYY!!! No. That`s not the reason.
Believe it or not, women have an altruistic purpose and intent.
Being a Surrogate is a tough job that not everyone can do.
It is not something a woman would decide to do on a whim in order to make some money.
Often times becoming a Surrogate is something a woman was set on doing before she even had her own kids.
It is fundamental to who they are and it is in their good nature.
SURROGATES-- comment below the reason you decided to become a Surrogate⬇️
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
We know pregnancies are unpredictable.
For that reason, a requirement to become a Golden Surrogate is that you must have previously given birth.
We do this because we need to establish a history of healthy, uncomplicated pregnancies so that we know you are embarking upon this journey in the healthiest and safest way possible.
This is one of the ways we mitigate risks to your health and safety as well as the health and safety of the Intended Parent`s unborn baby.
Trust us when we say we got your back🧡 We go above and beyond to ensure that your surrogacy journey goes as smoothly as possible.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
No, as a Golden Surrogate you will not need to schedule your own doctor appointments. However, there may be times you want to.
Let`s talk about it!
Appointments your care team will schedule for you:
➡️ Clinical phase appointments
➡️ Screening appointments
➡️ Any appointments leading up to your embryo transfer
Appointments you may want to schedule on your own:
➡️ Prenatal appointments after you are confirmed pregnant
The reason you may want to schedule your own prenatal appointments is because you know your availability best.
That being said, your care team is more than happy to assist you if/when you need it. They exist to support you during every step of your journey!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Do you love to travel? Or maybe you have never been out of the state you live in. Either way, this video is for you!
Whether you are a travel expert or have never boarded a plane before, you will be happy to know that Surrogates typically only have to travel twice!
Here they are:
1. Pre-screening at your fertility center
2. Embryo transfer
All other appointments can be completed locally🧡
Buckle up, your surrogacy journey is taking off!✈️
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
You are not alone. This does happen (yes, even when transferring high quality embryos).
It is important to remember that there is never a 100% guarantee that an embryo transfer will be a success.
If there is ever a circumstance where a miscarriage takes place, that does not mean your Surrogate "did something wrong."
There is no one to blame.
Now here is the good news: the majority of miscarriages we see happen prior to the 6-week heartbeat detection.
This means that following the event, your Reproductive Endocrinologist will regroup with you and plan for the next cycle.
A miscarriage is not the end of your surrogacy journey.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
"I`ll take the blue one with leather interior and the ultra-premium sound system!"
NO!
Say it with me: your Surrogate is not a car.
You are not walking onto a car lot and picking a Surrogate like you would a car.
It is important to understand that matching works both ways. It is not only about what you want as an Intended Parent. Your Surrogate will also join the agency with her own matching preferences and criteria.
So while surrogacy may be a two-way street, there are no cars.
Let us know your thoughts on this in the comments!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
There is nothing more stressful as an Intended Parent than trying to determine the logistics of coming home with your newborn.
Trust me, I get it.
That is why here at Golden, we try to curate a REGIONAL MATCH. This way Intended Parents have the opportunity to at least drive home and not board an airplane.
If you are an Intended Parent living in California, you would not want to be matched with a Surrogate living in New York considering that is where she will give birth to your baby.
Regional matching is just one example of the ways we look out for your best interest.
I was once in your shoes and I understand your journey better than anyone else.
Visit our website to learn more and start your journey today!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Did you know that on average a Surrogate is working with our agency for 3-4 months prior to being matched?
That is because Golden`s intake department has an entire checklist of very important items that must be completed with a Surrogate prior to matching.
For example, before getting matched, our intake department has to make sure a Surrogate lives within a 40-45 minute drive of a level 2 (minimum) NICU delivery hospital.
Additionally, she needs to live near what we call a "local monitoring facility." This is a location where an Intended Parent`s Reproductive Endocrinologist can remotely manage the cycle.
These are just a few of the premium services we provide at Golden so that you have an outstanding experience!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Let me tell you how we ensure that 98% of our Surrogates have uncomplicated vaginal deliveries.
Our ✨ENHANCED SURROGATE CRITERIA✨
I`ll break it down for you...
We cap the previous number of c-sections at ONE. This means that the majority of our Surrogate applicants have only had vaginal deliveries.
Through our 10 years of experience we have found that the likelihood of a vaginal delivery is higher if the Surrogate has previously delivered vaginally.
Combine that with the other stringent criteria built into our Enhanced Surrogate Criteria and what you have is ✨98% uncomplicated vaginal deliveries✨
This is just one of the many reasons why Golden is the right agency for you!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
If you are trying to determine the weather or traffic patterns, crowdsourcing is great.
But not when it comes to your surrogacy journey.
Have you ever told someone, "don`t believe everything you read on the internet"?
Intended Parents and Surrogates, the same advice can be applied to your surrogacy journey.
Yes, I`m talking social media.
I know what you are thinking. "But Frank, the group admin on my surrogacy community page is experienced and knows what they are talking about."
🤔🤔🤔
Friends, the only place that you can get professional advice regarding a surrogacy journey is with a surrogacy professional (I.E. an agency).
Talking to others who have gone through what you are going through is great but keep in mind that what worked for them may not be what works for you.
If you want credible information you need to talk to a credible source. Plain and simple.
Here at Golden, we offer complimentary consultations where we provide the most accurate and up-to-date information.
So the next time you find yourself with questions regarding surrogacy, skip Facebook and reach out to us instead!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Speaking as a former Intended Parent, there is so much that you do not know.
That said, here are two important things that every Intended Parent should know before starting their journey:
1. Partner with a reputable surrogacy agency (like Golden). The surrogacy industry can be overwhelming to navigate solo. As I like to say, Intended Parents don`t know what they don`t know. Partner with an agency to get a full understanding of associated costs, be referred to the best fertility clinics and lawyers, and have an experienced hand to hold at all times.
2. Understand that every phase of the journey is dependent on another person and because people are not perfect, there will be obstacles. Be open-minded to these obstacles and rest assure that if you are partnering with an agency like Golden, we will be there to guide you every step of the way.
FORMER INTENDED PARENTS, what would you add to the list?
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Short answer: yes!
But should they? Keep reading to find out⬇️
I am not here to judge. But as an agency director, my advice is that if you are interested in pursuing a gestational surrogacy journey with a family member as your Surrogate, you should first consult with a mental health professional that works in the surrogacy industry. All parties should meet and discuss the journey and their expectations in order to make an informed decision.
It is important to consider a multitude of factors when making this decision.
Additionally, keep in mind that this person cannot skip any screenings and there still needs to be a legal contract in place.
So while you may be able to utilize a family member, there are still important steps that cannot be skipped.
At the end of the day, this is your family building experience and only you know what is right for you.
What do you think?
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
This isn`t your parent`s 🐦s and the 🐝s talk…
Here is how a Surrogate becomes pregnant in emojis:
1. 💊👍👩
2. 🩸✏️👨⚕️
3. 🧪➡️👩
If successful, these three steps will produce a 👶!
Describe your surrogacy journey with emojis in the comments👇
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Surrogacy vs. adoption. Let`s talk about it!
First off, there is no right or wrong way to build your family.
It all boils down to what you value.
Personally, I valued having a biological connection to my child.
At the end of the day, everyone deserves a family and it doesn`t matter how you build it.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
"What is the role of a surrogacy agency during the legal phase of a journey?"
While I can`t speak for other agencies, let me tell you what we do here at Golden.
We are committed to being as hands-on as possible during every step of your surrogacy journey.
During the legal stage, we review the legal draft alongside the Intended Parents and Surrogates to ensure the language being agreed upon encompasses all of the industry standards as well as items that were agreed on in your match sheet.
Founded by former Intended Parents, we understand how crucial it is to have the best possible team advocating on your behalf during this time.
While the legal phase can be overwhelming for Intended Parents and Surrogates, rest assured that if you are partnered with Golden, you will be provided world-class journey support and case management on every step of your journey (especially legal)!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Surrogates, here are three things you need to consider before your journey:
➡️ The length of the process
➡️ The medical risks
➡️ The support of your family and friends
This is #Surrogacy101 and it is important to learn about what these factors mean for you.
If you are interested in learning more, give us a call at 800-824-4428 or email us at info@GoldenSurrogacy.com! Our support staff is ready to talk to you about what you need to know in order to make an informed decision.
#FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
If you want a business transaction type of surrogacy journey, we are not the agency for you.
Here at Golden, we believe that there are three essential pillars to having a great relationship between Surrogates and Intended Parents on a surrogacy journey.
TRUST, COMMUNICATION, and UNDERSTANDING.
As a former Intended Parent myself, I can testify that surrogacy journeys are served best when they are built on these three pillars.
If you are looking for a fulfilling surrogacy journey and not just a business transaction, reach out to us today!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
It is crazy that there are people who still don`t know this!
To answer the question: No, in a gestational surrogacy journey, the Surrogate is not biologically related to the child she is carrying. That means that when she gives birth she is not "giving up her baby."
At the end of the day, the Surrogate is giving the child back to their rightful parents.
Has someone ever asked you this question? How did you respond?
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Dear fellow fertility providers,
Just because you are licensed in a particular state does not mean an agency will refer to you.
Being licensed might mean you are an expert but you also have to provide a positive experience.
As fertility providers, not only are we responsible for guiding clients on their path to parenthood but we also have to treat people with respect and we have to respond to emails in a timely manner.
We have to do it the right way, we have to give an experience, and we have to remember that we are in the family-building industry for a reason.
-Frank Golden
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Taking home a baby 🤝 preserving the health and safety of your Surrogate
Golden is committed to going above and beyond anything you will find in the industry!
Striving to provide an amazing experience for the best possible outcome, we hold ourselves to a meticulously stringent degree of requirements when screening our Surrogate candidates.
Here are some of the requirements we have in place to recruit the absolute healthiest Surrogates available:
➡️ Be between the ages of 24-36
➡️ BMI cannot exceed 30
➡️ No more than 3 previous deliveries
➡️ No more than 1 previous C-section
Whether you are an Intended Parent or Surrogate, you deserve better than the best!
You deserve Golden!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Trust me, I know what I`m talking about. That is because I was once an Intended Parent.
I know what you are going through because I`ve been there too. I have walked in your shoes through multiple successful surrogacy journeys.
Being a former Intended Parent, I know how to treat people. I believe that communication and how we care for one another is at the crux of a successful surrogacy journey.
Rest assured you will have the best possible team advocating on your behalf, recruiting the absolute healthiest Surrogates, and providing world-class journey support and case management.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
We have a 99% match rate, baby!
Let me tell you our secret: we take our time.
Here at Golden we take our time to get to know our Intended Parents. We spend time learning matching values and expectations.
We do the same with our Surrogates.
During pre-screening we take our time to make sure our Intended Parents are presented with a highly qualified and highly pre-screened Surrogate.
So when they hop on that match call it is magic, baby!✨
99%!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
I have WONDERFUL news for Intended Parents about our Golden Guarantee Program!
✨THE SCREENING GUARANTEE✨
If your Surrogate travels to your clinic and for some reason fails that in-person appointment, you will be presented with a complimentary rematch.
But you know what else we do?
We also provide a reimbursement for all other associated costs!
Because at the end of the day, if she failed that appointment, that is on us.
Here are some reimbursements you will receive:
➡️ What you spent at the clinic
➡️ Any of the travel accommodations
➡️ Your Surrogate`s lost wages
If you are ever in a position where you can no longer move forward with your Surrogate, we will make sure you are not covering any additional funds out-of-pocket.
That is a part of Golden`s guarantee to you!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
CONGRATS! You decided you want to become a Surrogate! You are probably feeling excited, a little overwhelmed, and don`t know where to begin.
Here`s where you should start⬇️
Fill out an application with us! Let us answer all your questions and get you started on something very special!
Click the link on our page to learn more!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Repeat after me: everything will happen as it`s meant to✨
Following an embryo transfer, you may be wondering, "what now?"
Coming from a former IP, trust me, I know the wait can be long but I promise it will all be worth it in the end.
What advice do you have for people currently going through an embryo transfer?
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Enough is enough.
It is time to put this myth to bed.
We DO NOT accept Surrogate candidates who are not financially stable.
We do not accept women who are "in it for the money."
Here at Golden, we work with women who become Surrogates for the right reasons.
Our strict Surrogate requirements weed out any candidate who is trying to become a Surrogate for any unethical reason.
During our complex Surrogate screening process, we screen candidates with a psychological interview & assessment, criminal investigative check, medical records review, insurance analysis, physician exam & lab testing, and a social worker home-visit.
This myth is one of the LARGEST misconceptions out there about the Surrogate demographic and it is time we put it to bed once and for all.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq
They say patience is a virtue. I don`t know who "they" are but they clearly were not an Intended Parent.
Fellow Intended Parents, let me know if you agree in the comments.
The hardest part of my surrogacy journey as an Intended Parent was WAITING.
Whether it is waiting for your attorney to reach out or waiting to hear from your clinic about an egg yield. Whatever phase of your journey you are in, there is waiting involved.
Since I know how hard that can be, here at Golden we are committed to a 30 minute or less response time.
We do this because we know there is someone on the other end depending on us.
This is one example of the way Golden is different from other agencies.
Visit our website to learn about the other ways we go the extra mile to provide world-class journey support and case management.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
If you are considering surrogacy it is really important you have 3 genetically tested embryos going into the matching phase.
This is because most Surrogates are expecting you to have 3 genetically tested embryos in order to increase their chance of helping you have a baby.
Whether or not you have 3+ could be the make or break for a potential Surrogate match.
If you are not quite there yet it is not the end of the world.
Have a discussion with your reproductive endocrinologist about a plan to create more embryos.
If you need assistance, give us a call! We are more than happy to guide you through this process!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt #embryos #reproductiveendocrinologist
"Frank, which are the best fertility centers?"
This is an important question. Let`s get into it!
As a former Intended Parent and the owner of a surrogacy agency, I look at the same metrics we use to gauge our success here at Golden.
Here they are...
🧡 What is the doctor`s bedside manner like?
🧡 Do the nurses treat you with respect?
🧡 Do they email you back in a timely manner?
🧡 Do they generally appear to be organized?
If a fertility center does not meet your standards in regards to these metrics, that is bad news for you.
Your entire surrogacy journey can fall apart or be drastically delayed if you are working with a bad fertility center.
The good news is that if you are working with Golden, you never have to worry about this. You can rest easy knowing that you are only being referred to fertility centers that meet our high standards.
We want you to have a beautiful experience not only with us but with your fertility clinic as well.
We are guided by the highest ethical standards and are passionately dedicated to supporting our Intended Parents.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt #infertilitysupport
CHECK THIS OUT!
Welcome to Golden Surrogacy, based in the Chicagoland suburbs!
Yup, we are located in a real office where we meet in-person to manage your journey.
This is rare for a surrogacy agency as many have their teams work remote.
Not here at Golden! When you work with Golden, rest assured you are being provided the absolute best service.
You deserve nothing but the best!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
No, we don`t do egg donation. And that`s a GOOD thing!
Let me tell you why…
We feel Intended Parents should not be limited to what the data base is at one agency.
After all, this is who you will be combining half your DNA with!
We recommend you look at your clinic`s in-house egg donation program (if they have one). Those candidates are often times pre-screened and approved by your physician.
OR go to a specialty agency. This way you have unlimited options and you will be able to find exactly what you are looking for.
You deserve nothing less than the best when you are creating the child and family that you envision.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
What if I told you we care about you too much to accept you into our Surrogacy program?
Yup, the logic checks out.
The reason we don`t accept every Surrogate is because we prioritize your health and wellbeing.
Being a Surrogate requires a lot from a person both physically and mentally. It is not a job that everyone can do.
For that reason, we hold ourselves to a meticulously stringent degree of requirements when screening our Surrogate candidates.
That way we can best ensure a safe surrogacy journey for every party involved.
Curious if you qualify? Visit our website (🔗 in bio) to learn more about our Surrogate requirements!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
If you are looking for an egg donor, you are going to want to watch this!
Here are the 3 criteria that were most important to me when selecting an egg donor.
In short: 💪, 🏫, 😍
Watch this video and comment below with an emoji describing what criteria you would look for in an egg donor⬇️
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
"Why does it take so long to be matched?" -every Surrogate ever.
We hear you.
Here`s the thing…
The Surrogate Screening Process can take up to 90 days or longer AND IT IS FOR YOUR BENEFIT.
Read that again: Surrogates, it is for your benefit!🧡
We need to make sure we request all of your previous medical records, comb through your entire history, and make sure you are very healthy.
We do this because we want your pregnancy to be healthy and complication-free.
We care about you!
Having a beautiful surrogacy journey starts with the pre-screening process.
So while 90 days feels like a long time, trust that we are going the extra mile to build the foundation for a successful journey.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Psttt! The right agency for you isn`t always the agency that is the closest!
This is a common misconception. Let`s talk about it.
Here at Golden, we manage journeys with Intended Parents and Surrogates all over the country.
When looking for the agency that is right for you, here are 3 things you should prioritize over location:
🧡 Quality of services
🧡 Transparency with costs
🧡 High standards for client care
What matters most is that you find an agency that meets your values and an agency you can trust to take care of you every step of the way.
Visit out website to learn why we are the right for you!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
Why does so much money have to go into the Escrow Account?
The reason is simple...⬇️
We need to make sure that your Surrogate is safeguarded in case any of the incidentals come up in your surrogacy journey.
This video will explain why it is important to have a "buffer" to protect both your Surrogate and you as Intended Parents.
At the end of the day, Golden is looking out for everyone`s best interest.
What other questions do you have about Escrow Accounts? Let us know in the comments!
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
MONNNEYYYYYY!!! No. That`s not the reason.
Believe it or not, women have an altruistic purpose and intent.
Being a Surrogate is a tough job that not everyone can do.
It is not something a woman would decide to do on a whim in order to make some money.
Often times becoming a Surrogate is something a woman was set on doing before she even had her own kids.
It is fundamental to who they are and it is in their good nature.
SURROGATES-- comment below the reason you decided to become a Surrogate⬇️
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
The answer to the question, "Can the Surrogate keep my baby?" is found in knowing the difference between a TRADITIONAL and GESTATIONAL Surrogate.
TRADITIONAL SURROGATE: When the Surrogate is biologically related to the baby she is carrying.
GESTATIONAL SURROGATE: When the Surrogate is NOT biologically related to the baby she is carrying.
When the Surrogate has no genetic relation to the child she has no legal rights to "keep the baby."
Here at Golden, we only recruit Gestational Surrogates and manage Gestational Surrogacy arrangements.
If you are looking for an agency to work with make sure you understand the difference between these two arrangements.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
YOU DESERVE BETTER! #WhyGoldenWednesday
Here at Golden, we have one of the best Surrogate Compensation packages in the industry!
That`s right!
As a Golden Surrogate your compensation is never formulated based on location, insurance status, or employment history.
Know your worth as a Surrogate and partner with the agency that gives you nothing less than the best!
GO GOLDEN🧡
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
"OH MY GOSH! I JUST APPLIED TO MY SURROGACY AGENCY! WHEN CAN I GET STARTED?!"
Surrogates, while we love the enthusiasm, there is a process to be had.
The pre-screening process can take up to 90 days. There is a lot going on behind the scenes to help you begin your surrogacy journey.
While you may be ready to get going on your journey, trust us to help get you there.
#Surrogacy101 #FrankGolden #GoldenSurrogacy #EveryoneDeservesAFamily #surrogacy #surrogate #surrogacystory #surrogacyjourney #surrogatefamily #surrogacyrocks #gestationalsurrogacy #proudsurrogate #surrogacyagency #intendedparents #family #fertility #lgbtq #lgbt
