Why Intended Parents Choose Surrogacy

Why do intended parents choose surrogacy? This question has become increasingly important for families around the world who are navigating infertility, health complications, or unique personal circumstances.

In this article, we’ll explain the top medical, emotional, and global reasons why intended parents choose surrogacy—and how Ivy Surrogacy supports them every step of the way.

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🧬 Why Intended Parents Choose Surrogacy: Medical Reasons

Medical challenges are one of the most common reasons people turn to surrogacy. These include:

• Uterine abnormalities such as fibroids, septate uterus, or the absence of a uterus (Müllerian agenesis)

• Previous hysterectomy due to cancer or other conditions

• Recurrent pregnancy loss or unexplained miscarriages

• Severe complications in previous pregnancies (e.g., preeclampsia, preterm labor)

• Advanced maternal age where pregnancy is no longer recommended — as illustrated in our real story-From Grief to Joy: A Senior Couple’s Surrogacy Journey to Rebuild Their Family

• Chronic health conditions like heart disease, lupus, or cancer

• Repeated IVF failures despite high-quality embryos

• Medications or treatments incompatible with pregnancy (e.g., chemotherapy, hormone therapies)

Some individuals may have functioning ovaries and produce viable eggs but cannot safely carry a pregnancy. In these cases, gestational surrogacy allows them to have a biological child.

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❤️ Emotional and Personal Motivations

In some cases, the decision to pursue surrogacy is driven by emotional or personal experiences rather than medical necessity. Common reasons include:

• Trauma from past pregnancy loss can make carrying again emotionally unbearable

• Single men or women seeking to grow their families

• Same-sex male couples who need a gestational carrier to have a child genetically related to one or both partners

Surrogacy provides a compassionate path to parenthood that respects individual journeys and emotional healing.

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🌍 Lifestyle, Legal, and Global Considerations

Surrogacy is also chosen for a range of practical, legal, and global reasons:

• Career or life circumstances may not allow for pregnancy, especially for women in physically demanding roles or under time constraints

• Legal restrictions in home countries may prohibit surrogacy, leading intended parents to seek services in the U.S.

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🤝 How Ivy Surrogacy Helps Intended Parents

At Ivy Surrogacy, we believe in making the surrogacy journey as smooth and reassuring as possible. That’s why we only charge our agency fee after your chosen surrogate has passed both medical and psychological screening—a policy designed to protect your investment and peace of mind.

Our team handles everything from:

• Matching you with the right surrogate

• Medical coordination and scheduling

• Legal contracts and escrow account setup

• Emotional support and ongoing updates throughout the pregnancy

Whether you’re just exploring your options or ready to start, we’re here to guide you.

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💡 Ready to Learn More?

If you’re considering surrogacy and want to understand if it’s the right option for your family, we encourage you to contact Ivy Surrogacy today for a free consultation. You can also explore our Surrogacy Process for Intended Parents page for a detailed step-by-step guide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1.Why do intended parents choose surrogacy over adoption?

Many intended parents want a biological connection with their child or have embryos from prior IVF cycles. Surrogacy allows them to achieve this while still receiving support from a gestational carrier.

2.Is surrogacy the only option for people with infertility?

No, but it is often the best option when other fertility treatments have failed, or when carrying a pregnancy is unsafe or impossible due to medical or anatomical reasons.

3.Can same-sex couples use surrogacy to build their family?

Absolutely. Surrogacy is a common and successful option for same-sex male couples who wish to have a child genetically related to one or both partners.

4.Is it necessary to use a surrogacy agency to pursue surrogacy?

No, it’s not legally required to use a surrogacy agency. However, working with an experienced agency is strongly recommended. Matching with a surrogate independently can be time-consuming and stressful, especially for first-time intended parents unfamiliar with the legal, medical, and psychological steps involved. Agencies like Ivy Surrogacy provide access to a broad pool of qualified surrogate candidates, guide you through every step, and offer reliable support in case a rematch is needed—saving time and reducing overall risk.

5.What happens if the first surrogate match doesn’t work out?

Sometimes, a surrogate may not pass medical or psychological screening, or personal circumstances may change. If you’re working with an agency, they will guide you through a rematching process quickly and efficiently. Without an agency, finding a second surrogate can cause significant delays. That’s why many intended parents choose agencies for peace of mind and continuity.