https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/members/camille/activity/ Activity feed for Tifanny. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:56:16 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.3.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 3e9da5e19c5a714c699e79f4c26436f9 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/transfer/#post-5140 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 16:15:36 +0000 When it comes to choosing a fertility clinic to carry out a surrogacy process, one should check if they have their own laboratory, and the fertility treatments they use. Oftentimes, intended parents see almost no difference between clinics, but the truth is that each one follows different protocols and uses a varied range of techniques. A medical…[Read more]

]]> 80bf98399414bfdbb8de35c87a8f0be1 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/need-some-guidance/page/3/#post-5139 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 16:14:02 +0000 You should be confident of the Doctor’s experience, and how long he has been performing the procedures that will affect your case there. You should also be given full attention while at the clinic and not feel like just a number. You will need to be comfortable, relaxed and confident in the clinic and their ability to help you achieve a p…[Read more]

]]> f0329946d33fc90e260d3f706d4a40d4 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/bad-experience-6/page/2/#post-5138 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 16:11:56 +0000 Many fertility clinics also serve as surrogacy clinics. These medical professionals help intended parents diagnose their fertility problems and offer fertility treatments, like in vitro fertilization. When intended parents choose to move on from those failed treatments, fertility clinics can usually help them complete a surrogacy process as well.…[Read more]

]]> d09f4be8b7b1b5586917ad30d768b6e3 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/surrogacy-clinics/page/5/#post-5136 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 16:08:52 +0000 In many surrogacy journeys, the process of finding a surrogacy clinic is completed before a match is even made. Many intended parents already have an existing relationship with a fertility clinic who will serve as their surrogacy clinic on this new path to parenthood. However, if you haven’t yet found a surrogacy clinic to work with, you have a g…[Read more]

]]> b0e7087ce6bfda2f51a2c2714418a789 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/ttc-and-surrogacy-2/page/5/#post-5135 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 16:00:42 +0000 Parental rights aren’t guaranteed after a surrogate pregnancy. The law continues to change as reproductive technology and the very definition of a “parent” changes. There isn’t a federal law on surrogacy and state laws vary. After a surrogate pregnancy in some states, you may still have to pass adoption proceedings to gain legal custody of the…[Read more]

]]> 8c11281fcf8413d5274f19a5a0b3ea57 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/experience-with-surrogacy/page/4/#post-5133 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:56:06 +0000 While surrogacy has become a new hallmark in building families, one important question remains among people interested. Due diligence, homework and research is an important job not to be overlooked. And while budget concerns may exist, it’s important not to let a more reasonably priced agency be the driving force. One must take into c…[Read more]

]]> 7452ba914db71c8c661aa219d1f86d83 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/this-clinic-sucks/page/3/#post-5132 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:53:48 +0000 While surrogacy may not have been the original pathway one decided to take in building their family, it is indeed a road chosen to start planting a family tree. When one is unable to carry a baby, there are other opportunities to help make parenthood dreams become a reality. Infertility is acute. The possibility of an individual personally…[Read more]

]]> 14ac0dc901e5e570c20ce131526da170 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/40-and-pregnant/page/4/#post-5131 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:50:53 +0000 Health is very important. There is no way to overplay the importance of good health with a pregnant mom in her 40s. The female body needs a certain amount of calories and nutrients and then baby comes along and demands even more. Mom needs to take her prenatal vitamin and eat healthy foods every day. The additional calories consumed should be in…[Read more]

]]> 84e4de224b21bfe847f77858720a81e9 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/loosing-weight-with-pcos/ Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:45:38 +0000 We all know how tough it is to lose weight with PCOS. The good news, though, is that it’s not impossible! If you are ready to make some changes and lose some of the extra weight, why not try these things: Increase your protein intake. Take. Inositol. Restrict your calories. Get support. Adding more bouts of movement into your day will safeguard y…[Read more]

]]> 5fafded909a7f6ef431d7b26852f76bf https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/pregnancy-waiting-period/ Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:42:04 +0000 When to have another child is a personal choice and sometimes it’s not entirely within your control. What’s more, women starting their families well into their thirties may not have the luxury of waiting too long to get pregnant again since their chances of success diminish with age. Even so, health-wise it’s better to recover from one pregnancy…[Read more]

]]> b384c954fbbee8220e0c1f2a772c4a70 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/living-with-pcos/page/2/#post-5126 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:40:10 +0000 Women who lose weight with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) do three very important things: Exercise. Eat a nutrient-dense diet. Reduce their stress. You might be thinking to yourself: “Sounds great, but how do I do all that without hiring a nutritionist, a yoga teacher and a personal assistant?” Making any kind of diet and lifestyle changes is…[Read more]

]]> 47b32085d4fab2671fcbd310313e28fd https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/when-to-start-trying-again/page/2/#post-5125 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:35:23 +0000 As a general rule, you should probably hold off on trying to conceive again for 18 to 23 months – about the same waiting period recommended for women who deliver vaginally. That may seem like a long time, but you’ve just had major surgery in addition to giving birth and you need to let your body recover and replenish lost nutrients. For i…[Read more]

]]> bd73ee4c423e3035f19451315fe2eb51 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/introducing-surrogacy-to-children/ Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:32:32 +0000 Here are some ideas for introducing surrogacy to your children and involving them in the surrogacy process: Start by reading children’s books about surrogacy and other family-building methods. These books help normalize surrogacy and gently introduce the idea. Mention that you might want to help another family have a baby someday, and ask your c…[Read more]

]]> 5d1b3e38596494b96903eed15bb44e8b https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/benefits-of-surrogacy-for-surrogates/ Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:30:45 +0000 Gestational carriers have many different reasons for surrogacy, and each may find different rewards in the experience. Here are just a few surrogacy advantages for these incredible women and their families: Surrogacy is a rewarding gift. Most women who choose surrogacy do so to give back to another family. It takes a special, compassionate person…[Read more]

]]> da007bcad98d3cd4490eb6ee595b3a89 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/benefits-of-telling-children-where-they-are-from/page/2/#post-5121 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:28:43 +0000 As a parent, you’re well aware of how detail-oriented children will be. Children whose family looks a bit different from others may start to question how they came to be. As they start to get older, children become well aware that two dads or a single mom don’t fit the standard equation. If your child was conceived via gay surrogacy or another for…[Read more]

]]> 17df58f0019984dc04d8f5aed4f17dba https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/ttc-and-surrogacy/page/5/#post-5120 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:27:25 +0000 For hopeful parents, the benefits of surrogacy seem obvious: it is a way to make their dreams of parenthood come true. However, the hundreds of families who have completed the surrogacy process will assure you that the pros of surrogacy extend far beyond that. Here are just a few of the advantages of surrogacy for intended parents: For those who…[Read more]

]]> 51f3fcd56e2ef0a2d434767ee7a84cdf https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/bringing-the-baby-home/ Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:23:56 +0000 The hospital stay is obviously a very exciting time for everyone, as everyone’s hard work and dedication will soon result in a beautiful newborn! The events of the hospital stay and the surrogacy birth will likely have been determined by now. We will have already prepared the hospital for the surrogacy, whether you will witness the birth in the d…[Read more]

]]> 86ff13467e51536123194ac7c1a0ee56 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/surrogacy-cost-internationally/ Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:20:49 +0000 Infertile couples worldwide are flocking to Asia, often due to the affordable cost of surrogacy there. In Asia surrogacy procedures can be up to five times less expensive than in the US. The process is also easier, as local laws protects the rights of both the surrogate and the intended parents. Compared side-by-side, the proportion of costs…[Read more]

]]> 1a1f142332e0f922d9504f12be91386b https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/surrogacy-mc-ttc/page/4/#post-5116 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:18:28 +0000 In gestational surrogacy, a surrogate is not related to the child that she carries. Instead, a previously created embryo will be transferred into her uterus. If an egg or sperm donor is required, the fertility clinic will handle much of this surrogacy process while we oversee it. If the intended mother’s eggs will be used to produce an embryo, s…[Read more]

]]> 8757a79c449824f662d655408ddcf4ec https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/http-surrogatemotherhoodforyou-com/#post-5115 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:14:58 +0000 The cost of surrogacy internationally has been rising. Low-cost surrogacy destinations typically attract large numbers of eager parents, and when that happens there is a sudden “boom” in IVF and surrogacy births. Of course with growth also comes the growth of malfeasance and profiteering. “Low cost” often comes hand-in-hand with corrupt…[Read more]

]]> d5a701ef1671ddfd04088ca25ae0f47f https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/looking-for-a-fertility-clinic/#post-2046 Sat, 12 May 2018 07:25:32 +0000 The problem is, clinics aren’t compelled to disclose their success rates, so it’s impossible to compare all clinics. Even when they do, the pretty graphs on clinic websites can be difficult to understand. So when you look at clinic websites and you see the “pregnancy rate” displayed as opposed to the “live birth rate”, take note, especially…[Read more]

]]> 3553c7793868d44ad87add0d6d438245 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/second-baby-maybe/page/2/#post-2044 Sat, 12 May 2018 07:17:32 +0000 Every pregnancy is different. But there is one challenge you can count on if you’re having your second baby. You’ll be caring for a small child while you cope with your own physical changes and needs. Eating for your growing baby is something you have to be even more conscious of because your body’s store of nutrients may be depleted. Especially…[Read more]

]]> 5c336a93996b34f1689af4e89bc0f635 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/this-post-is-essentially-about-my-experience-with-surrogacy/page/2/#post-2043 Sat, 12 May 2018 07:11:34 +0000 Surrogacy is a complex procedure where you hire a competent surrogate to carry your baby for you. A successful pregnancy and the delivery of a healthy baby is the main objective of everyone involved in the program. In order for this to happen vital instructions to be followed and certain dos and don’ts must be adhered to. You should not try to f…[Read more]

]]> c4e00e218f5aee13af167f5dd2e6102f https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/pregnant-at-44/page/2/#post-2042 Sat, 12 May 2018 07:08:34 +0000 Congratulations but you should also note there risks accompanied by such. We clearly see a decline in the probability of pregnancy with age. For a woman in her early 40s, the probability of pregnancy—whether or not she is undergoing fertility treatment—is about half that of a woman 10 years younger. If the average miscarriage rate is 20 per…[Read more]

]]> 9c407f7bf72be65d635bc5d99890449d https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/poor-ovarian-reserve-and-ttc/page/3/#post-2041 Sat, 12 May 2018 07:03:11 +0000 I am sorry to hear that you are dealing with infertility issues. You should continue to work closely with your fertility doctors to address this issue, ass they are experts in increasing your chances of conceiving a child. AMH (anti mullerian hormone) is a relatively new test that is being used to diagnose ovarian dysfunction. It tends to be low,…[Read more]

]]> 72a6f946a6d868c1338f5e467db4353d https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/looking-for-advice/page/2/#post-2040 Sat, 12 May 2018 07:00:43 +0000 Gay couples who want to have children will need an egg donor. Who provides the eggs, as well as a surrogate, who will carry the pregnancy. The egg donor and surrogate can be two different women uses gestational surrogate. Or one in the same known as a traditional surrogate. Note that some states, however, mandate that the donor and surrogate must…[Read more]

]]> 8bf44c0fb662adbf5ee50cf2117b6625 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/ivf-success-rate-with-pcos/#post-2039 Sat, 12 May 2018 06:48:51 +0000 Patients with PCOS, commonly present with irregular ovulation and menstruation. Elevated testosterone levels, which can lead to an overabundance of body hair. And multiple small cysts within the ovaries. Women with PCOS are generally successful at achieving pregnancy. Either naturally or through assisted reproduction such as ovulation induction…[Read more]

]]> 0bc268f41e0e221031978384ea58b4aa https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/i-wish-i-had-a-biological-child-2/ Sat, 12 May 2018 06:35:48 +0000 We all know there are many mothers who do not love or care for their own children. The only important thing is the babies soul, it is not about physical similarities or blood. Everything in life is about love. The love you have for your child so why would people think if its not your own egg it is not your child? That child is going to grow in my…[Read more]

]]> 1f8a9a5f5d83fc80a13e79b05b20ff3a https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/i-wish-i-had-a-biological-child/ Sat, 12 May 2018 06:30:58 +0000 I guess that I wish that I could have had one child that was biologically mine. Just to see what it would have all been like. I guess that I should blame my mother. I looked like her and she looked like her mother. She would always look at me and make sweet comments about how I had her eyes or pretty shoulders. I grew up fantisizing about…[Read more]

]]> 7644e1afaff6e0ce012d61bac95e4caa https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/ivf-donor-eggs/#post-2036 Sat, 12 May 2018 06:27:35 +0000 You might need donor eggs to be part of your fertility treatment journey for a number of reasons. This could be due to medical complications or factors as simple as age or premature menopause or maybe you are a same-sex couple who need donor eggs to use in surrogacy. Whatever the reason you need donor eggs, there are several different pathways to…[Read more]

]]> befe17e9305644f0642f7a183fdc017c https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/infertility-sress-reduction-plan/ Sat, 12 May 2018 06:25:09 +0000 While a bit of positive stress can be healthy known as eustress. Stress due to infertility is typically experienced at higher than average levels which may quickly run the body down. Consistent, very high levels of stress can cause normal functioning systems of the body to “shut down” even if temporarily. This “shut down” may effect the functio…[Read more]

]]> ff7a1506d0c1f945a4655cf088fc0249 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/never-give-up/#post-2034 Sat, 12 May 2018 06:21:25 +0000 Regular monthly ovulation is a critical event that needs to happen each menstrual cycle in order for a woman to become pregnant. Sadly, ovulatory dysfunction or anovulation happens regularly for many women, making it one of the leading causes of infertility. Women who are unable to conceive should consider increasing their ovulation. Because this…[Read more]

]]> 539324387dbca0b14b5664645998018d https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/considering-adoption-for-my-baby/#post-2033 Sat, 12 May 2018 06:16:01 +0000 So you’ve decided that adoption is the way you’re going to welcome a child into your family. Now, how exactly does this process work? There are so many questions to answer just to get started that it can feel overwhelming: Should you go through an agency or use an attorney? Would you consider fostering a child? Do you want an open relationship wit…[Read more]

]]> 3f158cd9de53f35708804d1181ae4560 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/important-qualirties-for-egg-donors/ Sat, 12 May 2018 06:06:10 +0000 The following is a list of important qualities to look for in a potential egg donor. Ideally, egg donors should. Be between the ages of 21 and 30** and exhibit maturity, responsibility, and dependability. Be in good physical health as documented by history and testing. Be in good psychological health as documented by history and testing. Be of…[Read more]

]]> 0e2639155c049f81598bfd5df0b26a17 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/how-can-i-select-egg-donors/page/2/#post-2031 Sat, 12 May 2018 06:02:53 +0000 When selecting a donor, pay close attention to the egg donor’s profile. Read carefully, taking into account how the donor portrays herself. Look for a donor that you can relate to. That you could call your friend, or that you imagine could fit in with your own family. Do your homework, research, ask questions, and if something doesn’t sit wel…[Read more]

]]> cc8a4bf15b595a7548c0b8e47c67371e https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/telling-your-child-they-are-a-surro-baby/ Sat, 12 May 2018 05:55:00 +0000 Many parents find the conversation about birth and where babies come from to be an uncomfortable discussion to have with their children. This topic may be difficult to talk about at first. But telling the truth and being honest with your children is always the best solution. If your child’s birth story involves surrogacy, the conversation can be m…[Read more]

]]> 19708d23c5b8929b2c9a08435bfbd60a https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/surrogacy-3/page/2/#post-2029 Sat, 12 May 2018 05:51:51 +0000 Many parents are somewhat uncomfortable discussing conception and birth with their children — and when a child’s birth story involves the social, emotional, medical and legal complexities of surrogacy, the conversation can seem especially overwhelming. However, surrogacy is an important part of your child’s story, and experts agree that it is im…[Read more]

]]> e365d664e670f4a2175f40ec04b2fe17 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/the-best-number-of-eggs-to-be-retrieved/#post-2028 Sat, 12 May 2018 05:48:36 +0000 A dozen eggs might be just the right amount to buy at the grocery store. But when harvesting human eggs for in IVF, 15 is the magic number. Resulting in the greatest chances of a live birth. The results, based on a computer model using data from women receiving IVF treatment. Strike a balance between harvesting too few eggs and reducing the…[Read more]

]]> 23cd8ff1c555ab135e5e6f18cd43a386 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/ovarian-hyper-stimulation-syndrome/ Sat, 12 May 2018 05:41:29 +0000 Ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome, abbreviated as OHSS, occurs in some women who use fertility medications. These medications may cause swelling and fluid leakage from the ovaries if they overstimulate them, though the symptoms only occur after ovulation. Women who have certain conditions have a higher risk of developing OHSS. For example, women…[Read more]

]]> 48bacf2979289d3cebd95f77321c9952 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/tons-of-questions/#post-2026 Sat, 12 May 2018 05:35:25 +0000 About 1 to 2 percent of women undergoing ovarian stimulation develop a severe form of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Severe OHSS can be life-threatening. Complications may include. Fluid collection in the abdomen and sometimes the chest. Electrolyte disturbances. Blood clots in large vessels, usually in the legs. Kidney failure. Twisting of an…[Read more]

]]> a5cb2a1b2bab89dba6f6a34de9972dcd https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/how-can-i-select-egg-donors/#post-1898 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:52:29 +0000 Making the decision to use donor eggs in IVF is often not easy. If you’ve had failed IVF cycles using your own eggs or been told you have insufficient ovarian reserve for IVF. You and your partner may need time to grieve before moving on to donor eggs. Once you are ready, however, donor eggs are a kind of miracle. Eggs from young, healthy d…[Read more]

]]> 4526337732ef6f8752f04beadfa55c8d https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/help-a-friend/#post-1897 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:48:48 +0000 Intended parents sometimes travel abroad to have a child through a surrogate mother living there. This is not always a good option for the surrogate mother or the child. Intended parents who have a child through a surrogate mother abroad may have problems when they want to bring the child to the Netherlands. Some countries, but not the…[Read more]

]]> e8211a1f4d1de6cabb5cd384c35762cf https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/need-information/#post-1896 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:45:29 +0000 The fact that surrogacy often takes several attempts is a financial consideration. Whether using a U.S. clinic or one abroad. Most couples choosing surrogacy as their choice for procreation can see multiple rounds of IVF fail before a surrogate successfully becoming pregnant. Due to the legal limitations and high costs related to surrogacy.…[Read more]

]]> 9e1b97f89b7c0f073f685b9e761ba8b5 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/frozen-embryo-transfer-2/#post-1895 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:36:43 +0000 While some doctors believe in laparoscopic surgeries prior to IVF treatments to increase the chances of a successful procedures. Others do not share those beliefs. Studies exist which support both ideas . Endometriosis does (and does not) affect IVF outcomes. Just as our disease is a great big gray area. So is IVF and Endometriosis. Other studies…[Read more]

]]> a6284ea93ac36196ac4f8c96cbbba7e3 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/40-and-pregnant/#post-1894 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:29:43 +0000 As women pass 40 years of age and consider getting pregnant. They often seek pregnancy success stories from other women as a first step in exploring their chances of conceiving. While the stories of others are certainly motivational. Speaking with a fertility doctor is the best way to get accurate and relevant information pertaining to a…[Read more]

]]> 84ab075229dab42560c81233d215b47c https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/chances-of-pregnancy-after-40/#post-1893 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:25:29 +0000 Getting pregnant after 40 is possible without fertility treatment. But your chances of having trouble conceiving are higher.
There’s no denying your odds of getting pregnant are far lower now than they were just a few years ago. After 45, experts say. It’s almost impossible to get pregnant using your own eggs. At the same time, many 40-plus women…[Read more]

]]> 3eedb6a59bf1b8161874369e4e8ff5c7 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/suggestions/#post-1892 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:21:41 +0000 Many intended mothers are surprised and excited to learn that even without experiencing pregnancy. They may be able to breastfeed their new babies. Through induced lactation, it is possible for these new moms to enjoy the breastfeeding experience. Along with its suggested health benefits. The first step for any mom-to-be who wishes to breastfeed…[Read more]

]]> 9f7e3bcc069787f8a57a7a060cd24289 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/suffering-from-financial-strain/#post-1891 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:15:54 +0000 Undergoing infertility treatments such as IVF can cause not only physical and emotional stress. But can bring financial strains as well. Fertility treatment costs, particularly IVF, can add up. In order to help couples afford fertility treatments. A number of foundations and organizations provide Fertility Treatment Grants and other financial…[Read more]

]]> 94d47f32560fe76b09d9655e2c95fcd4 https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/surrogacy-and-expenses/page/2/#post-1890 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:10:40 +0000 Surrogate pregnancy is an option for couples experiencing infertility. Especially if the woman cannot physically carry a pregnancy to term. Because of the complexity of the process. Couples often use a surrogate agency to find a surrogate and guide the process. According to the American Fertility Association. The three common approaches to…[Read more]

]]> 803ed7dc956311c42cd65f6ff06ca65b https://www.intendedparentsforum.com/topic/ivf-and-acupunture/ Sat, 14 Apr 2018 13:02:10 +0000 Acupuncture is an effective therapy that you can use in preparation. During and after your IVF cycle. Acupuncture uses tiny, solid needles to stimulate different points in your body that help to support various systems. For fertility, acupuncture can be used to not only help with stress. But it can help support the body to overcome underlying…[Read more]

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