3rd Party Reproduction
Gestational surrogacy, or third party reproduction is another alternative means to building a family.
Gestational surrogacy provides an option for intended parents who may not have a partner to build their families.
If you've experienced multiple assisted conception failures related to embryo implantation, there are still options available.
Same-sex couples can also build their own families.
Why gestational surrogacy?
Gestational surrogacy is an arrangement where a healthy woman (the surrogate) agrees to carry a pregnancy and deliver a baby for another couple (the intended parents).
Undergoing the 3rd Party Reproduction Process
Every 3rd party reproductive journey is unique and will be different for each intended parent and the 3rd party mother. Each case will involve complexities and sensitivities and it is recommended for those seeking to embark on a 3rd Party Reproduction journey to seek knowledgeable and experienced assistance in navigating the process.
Please note that different countries have specific and widely variable regulatory regimes governing, e.g., artificial reproduction techniques like surrogacy and egg and sperm donation practices. GenPrime only provides services in jurisdictions where such services are legal and permissible, and otherwise in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Complete Range of Services for a Smooth Fertility Journey
Before beginning any fertility treatment, including IVF, initial tests are necessary. These typically include a semen analysis for the male partner and blood tests for the female partner or egg donor. These tests help assess fertility preservation options and ensure readiness for the treatment.
If an intended parent is providing the eggs, the IVF process will involve the intended parent(s) directly. If the intended parents are using an egg donor, the donor will go through the IVF treatment. The goal at this stage is to create and freeze embryos for later use.
The intended parents shall select a gestational carrier. The gestational mother will undergo comprehensive health assessments, blood tests, and screenings to ensure she is in good health and ready for embryo transfer as part of the fertility treatment process.
This legally significant step involves creating a contract between the intended parents and the gestational mother. The agreement covers important aspects such as compensation, risks, responsibilities, expectations, parental rights, and any conditions for ending the arrangement. Note that these are not the only legal contracts that intended parents need to consider and navigate.
The gestational mother will prepare for the embryo transfer with medication to optimize her endometrium lining. Once conditions are ideal, the frozen embryo transfer takes place, moving the embryo to the gestational mother’s uterus.
Approximately 10 to 12 days after the embryo transfer, the surrogate will have a blood test to check for pregnancy. This test, known as betaHCG, confirms whether the treatment has been successful.
If the pregnancy is confirmed, the gestational mother will receive prenatal care from her fertility doctor for the first 12 to 14 weeks. Afterward, she will continue with regular visits to an obstetrician to monitor the pregnancy until delivery.
Before the intended parents can bring the baby home, they will need to handle the application and processing of essential documents, such as the birth certificate and any necessary travel papers.
Our other services
Egg Freezing
By freezing your eggs now, you can preserve their current quality and quantity for use in the future.
Sperm Freezing
If your work, hobby, or a medical decision could impact your ability to father children, consider freezing your sperm to safeguard your fertility.
Ovarian Tissue Preservation
For those facing health challenges that might affect their fertility, preserving ovarian tissue is a great option to secure your fertility for the future.
