Maternity Leave as a Surrogate

If you’re a potential surrogate, you may be wondering about the topic of maternity leave. This time off work is intended to give new mothers a chance to adjust, heal and bond with their newborn. You may not be bringing a baby home with you, but there is still a...

Age Women Have Babies

While age is just a number, it’s an important factor to consider when you decide to have a baby. Age and pregnancy are closely linked, and women who wait longer may find it more difficult to have children. Understanding how age is related to pregnancy is an...

How Does Drinking Affect Your Fertility?

If you’ve been trying to get pregnant, but haven’t had success so far, it’s completely natural to want to find ways you can improve your chances of conception. Maybe your doctor has suggested that you cultivate a healthier lifestyle. Or, maybe...

Conceiving as a Single Woman

At Western Fertility Institute, we understand that families come in all shapes and sizes. Just as many couples choose not to have children, many single people decide to start families on their own. Ultimately, having a baby is a personal choice — and we think...

How to Help Your Children Understand Your Surrogacy Journey

If you are considering being a surrogate mother for a family dealing with infertility, you may be curious about what to tell your own children about surrogacy. Whether you have one child or a few, they may have questions. Ahead of Time The best time to explaining...