Can Single Intended Parents Have Children Via Surrogacy
The short answer to this question is YES! Single IPs often are tired of waiting for a life partner and are ready to be a parent now! First and foremost, you must know the surrogacy laws within your state (or country). Most states really don’t have a preference but it’s best to be sure. Next, consider hiring a surrogacy agency to assist you in finding a gestational carrier and to support you throughout the surrogacy process. It takes a lot of time and effort to have a family via surrogacy. If you are male then you will also need an egg donor. Embryos must be made; legal contracts and evaluations must be completed, escrow services must be set up. Having a surrogacy agency partner with you will make sure that nothing slips through the cracks and that you have someone to lean on in times when you might have questions or need support due to a failed transfer or a relationship issue needs to be resolved.
There are single parents from all walks of life. Some didn’t start out that way but because of divorce or the death of a spouse, they find themselves parenting alone. Having a great circle of family or friends to lean on and support a single parent is necessary and very helpful. Having someone that you can talk with about the logistics of parenting is a must. There are many support groups and organizations out there that are worth joining. Ask your agency what they recommend.