When intended parents first begin learning about surrogacy, one of the most common questions is: How is a surrogate actually screened? It is natural to think first about physical health. A healthy body is essential for a safe pregnancy. But at Hello Baby Surrogacy, we see physical health as the starting point, not the
For international intended parents planning to build their family through surrogacy in the United States, creating embryos is often the first major step in a much longer journey. Cross-border fertility care involves far more than simply scheduling an appointment with a U.S. clinic. Medical records must be organized, preliminary testing must be completed, treatment
When intended parents begin a surrogacy journey, one of the first questions they often ask is: “How do we find the right surrogate?” It is an important question — but matching is not just about availability. A strong surrogacy match is about much more than finding someone who is medically qualified and ready to
August often feels like a turning point in the year. Summer is coming to an end, schedules become more structured, and many families begin thinking seriously about what they still hope to accomplish before the year is over. For intended parents considering surrogacy, this can be an important moment to pause and ask: “If
For international intended parents, the United States remains one of the most important destinations for surrogacy. But one detail is easy to overlook: surrogacy law in the U.S. is not controlled by one national rule. It is handled state by state. That is why Florida’s new surrogacy-related restriction, taking effect on July 1, 2026,
On June 30, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, rejecting an executive order that sought to limit automatic U.S. citizenship for children born in the United States to many non-citizen parents. The case, reported as Trump v. Barbara, centered on whether children born in the United States to parents who were undocumented
Every June, Pride Month celebrates visibility, love, and the freedom to build a life that feels true to who you are. It is also a reminder that family does not have only one shape — and parenthood does not have only one path. For many LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, the dream of becoming parents
For many intended parents around the world, surrogacy is no longer only a medical decision. It is also a legal, emotional, financial, and deeply personal journey. In 2026, more international intended parents are looking to the United States as one of the most trusted destinations for surrogacy — not because the process is simple,
Surrogacy can be a beautiful path to building a family, but a safe journey should never depend on hope alone. For both intended parents and surrogates, the process requires clear safeguards, professional guidance, and a support system that protects everyone involved. At Hello Baby Surrogacy, we believe safe surrogacy begins with clarity. Intended parents
California’s 2026 IVF coverage changes are already influencing how some intended parents think about family-building timelines, embryo creation, and surrogacy preparation. Under SB 729, certain California health plans are now required to cover infertility diagnosis and treatment, including IVF, for eligible large employer plans regulated by the state, with the law applying on new
