Date of Birth: April 24, 2026 Location: Hood River, Oregon Weight: 8 lbs, 11 oz Gestational Age: 39 weeks Delivery: Vaginal — no complications
We are overjoyed to announce the safe arrival of a healthy baby boy on April 24, 2026, in Hood River, Oregon. Born at a strong 8 lbs, 11 oz at 39 weeks via vaginal delivery, both the gestational carrier and the baby are doing wonderfully — a textbook smooth delivery with no complications and a quiet, joyful welcome to the world.
What makes this story remarkable is its sheer efficiency: pregnancy was achieved on the very first embryo transfer. From transfer to delivery, the journey unfolded without medical setbacks — a reflection of careful matching, thorough screening, and the dedication of everyone involved on both sides of this partnership.
This case is also a full-circle Ivy story. The intended father chose Ivy Surrogacy from the very beginning of his family-building journey, finding his egg donor through our donor program and then continuing with us to be matched with his gestational carrier. Donor selection, surrogate matching, and delivery day — all walked together, under one roof, from the first step to the last.
To honor the occasion and stand alongside the family in person, our CEO Chris flew out to Oregon early this morning to be present with the gestational carrier and the baby. At Ivy, our work doesn't end at matching — we show up, in person, when it matters most.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the gestational carrier, whose strength, generosity, and grace turned a dream into a son. To the new father: welcome to the most extraordinary chapter of your life. Hood River will always hold a special place in your family's story.
Thinking About Becoming a Gestational Carrier?
If this story stirs something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Becoming a gestational carrier is one of the most profound gifts one person can give another — and Ivy supports you medically, legally, financially, and emotionally every step of the way. Start your surrogate application today and take the first step toward changing a family's life forever.
Starting Your Path to Parenthood?
For intended parents, Ivy offers a complete family-building partnership — from egg donor matching through surrogacy, pregnancy, and delivery. Begin your parent application here and let our team walk with you from the very first conversation to the moment your baby is placed in your arms.
