Having a child is a wonderful experience that couples all over the world have shared since the dawn of time. A newborn’s joy for a family is indescribable. Not all couples, however, have the luxury of being able to conceive easily or naturally.

When suffering from infertility, attempting to conceive a pregnancy can be a discouraging challenge. There are numerous obstacles for heterosexual couples dealing with infertility and gay couples who want to have a child of their own genetic makeup.

Fortunately, IVF procedures are now better than ever in 2022. The world of IVF surrogacy is making the dream of couples who want to have a child but are unable to do so otherwise a reality. IVF surrogacy allows a gestational carrier to carry the biological embryo of an intended parent to term.

There are numerous advantages to using IVF and the most recent advancements in the field. Choosing the best fertility clinic and doctor can help intended parents achieve their family-building goals.

The Journey Can Be Tailored to the Intended Parents

The best part about IVF surrogacy is that it can be tailored to the intended parents’ specific circumstances. They will select a doctor who is familiar with them and their fertility. They can tailor a journey to fit the intended parent’s life by communicating clearly with a doctor about the end goals, wants, and desires.

The best fertility doctor can guide intended parents through the IVF surrogacy process. They should inform intended parents about the type of surrogate they want to match with, the type of donor to seek (if applicable), what to expect at the embryo transfer, and the best IVF surrogacy protocol for their specific circumstances.

Genetic Preimplantation Testing

Although embryo selection based on genetics is optional, some intended parents find peace of mind in using these advancements when starting a family.

Preimplantation genetic testing is a significant step forward in the world of IVF surrogacy. This option is used to identify and test for a specific disease that intended parents may already be aware of prior to embryo transfer. Cystic Fibrosis is one such disease. Based on the results of the testing, intended parents can now choose which embryos to transfer to their gestational carrier.

Embryo Gender Selection

With today’s technology, intended parents can choose gender prior to embryo transfer. Choosing the sex of their child prior to pregnancy. This may be an appealing option depending on one’s family-building journey.

Here are some of the most common medical and elective reasons intended parents choose gender selection at PFCLA:

• Intended parents may be suffering from a sex-based genetically transmitted disease and want to reduce the risk of their child contracting it.

• Intended parents have had the unfortunate experience of losing a child and would like to have another child of the same sex.

• Intended parents are better prepared to parent one of the sexes.

Screening for Gestational Carrier

When it comes to choosing a surrogate, trust is crucial. Fortunately, PFCLA has alliances with some of the most reputable agencies, each with extensive surrogate networks. Working closely with an established surrogacy agency, intended parents are able to match with a surrogate who is well suited to carry their bundle of joy into the world.

Rates of Success

When it comes to IVF surrogacy, success rates are critical. Using the most experienced clinics with high success rates can ensure that intended parents have a child. Anyone interested in IVF (whether intended parents or surrogates) can inquire at any doctor or clinic about their success rates and protocols.

By discussing expectations with a chosen doctor, intended parents will know what is and is not possible throughout their journey. When it comes to how many embryos will be implanted and what is safe for the surrogate, follow the doctor’s advice; they will lead intended parents in the right direction.