Choosing to become a Surrogate can be very exciting, but it’s also a big decision that you shouldn’t make lightly. Not only does pregnancy have some physical challenges, but the journey itself may have emotional and mental challenges along the way.
You must carefully consider if you are ready for the commitment and have the support you’ll need along the way. Your spouse, parents, siblings or friends might be concerned about Surrogacy and have a lot of questions. Here are some ways you can talk to your family and loved ones about embarking on a Surrogacy Journey.
Be Open & Honest
Start by being open about why you want to pursue a Surrogacy Journey. Explaining to them with honesty why you want to make a positive difference in someone else’s life will help them understand why you want to pursue this journey. If they have any questions or concerns that you can’t answer, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team to help you out!
Create a Safe Space
Make sure everyone feels safe and comfortable. Since this can be a sensitive topic, it’s important to use non-judgmental communication. Setting aside a day and time at home or somewhere private are some good ways to help ensure every feels good before chatting.
Keep Each Other Involved
If you have a spouse or partner, we encourage you to ask them to be involved and share what you’ve learned with them. Not everyone might be interested in following your journey, but if more people in your life are open to it and want to be more supportive, sharing the research you’ve done and keeping them involved is a great idea!
Set Clear Boundaries and Expectations
Make sure you let them know what to expect during this time. Will you require more time alone to recharge? Or would you like to ask someone to reach out more often to help you stay on track? It will give you confidence and peace knowing who you have on your team during these exciting times.
Everyone in your circle supporting you becomes a part of the Surrogacy Journey. It can be a fabulous opportunity to share this incredible experience with those you love and bring you even closer together!