7 Ways to Be a Good Intended Parent for a Surrogacy Journey
Here are 7 ways to be a good intended parent for a surrogacy journey.
Communicate openly and honestly: Maintaining clear and open communications is essential for any successful surrogacy journey. As an intended parent, it’s important to communicate openly and honestly with your surrogate and any other parties involved, such as your agency. Also, being able to listen carefully for your surrogates needs and concerns will go a long way towards building a beautiful relationship.
Be respectful and supportive: It’s important to treat the surrogate with respect and kindness throughout the surrogacy process. This means being supportive of their needs and feeling and offering helps and guidance when needed.
Be actively involved in the process: Being involved in the process can help to build a strong relationship with the surrogate and ensure that everyone in on the same page. This might involve attending medical appointments (if able), communicating with the surrogate regularly, and being present for the birth.
Be flexible and adaptable: Surrogacy can be a complex and unpredictable process with a lot of twists and turns. It’s important to be flexible and adaptable in the face of any challenges or changes that arise.
Be prepared to handle emotions: The surrogacy process can be emotional for everyone involved. Being prepared to handle your own emotions as well as being supportive of the surrogate’s emotions, can help create a positive and respectful environment for everyone. Seek professional guidance for tools on how to best navigate the complex emotions tied to surrogacy.
Respect boundaries: It is important to respect the boundaries of your surrogate, including any requests for privacy. This can help to maintain a positive relationship.
Show gratitude and appreciation: Being a parent through surrogacy is an incredible gift and it’s important to show gratitude and appreciation to the surrogate and her family. Thanking her and her spouse/partner for their generosity and support. Even a simple hand written note of appreciation can have a huge impact.