
INTENDED PARENTS FAQs
Curious about assisted reproductive technologies, associated costs, or the services offered by our agency? Explore our FAQs to find answers to any questions you may have.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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The time it takes to match with a surrogate can vary based on several factors, including your specific preferences, the requirements of the IP(s) clinic, the availability of qualified surrogates, and the necessary screening processes. While many intended parents find a suitable match within a few months, some matches may happen more quickly or take a bit longer.
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Our agency program fee covers a comprehensive range of services, including thorough surrogate screening, the escrow fee, maternity claims management, and full journey facilitation—even post-birth—to provide a smooth and supportive experience for all parties involved.
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An Intended Parent is an individual or couple who seeks to have a child through assisted reproductive technologies, such as surrogacy or egg donation. They are the legal guardians who intend to raise the child once born, often because they cannot conceive or carry a pregnancy themselves.
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Yes, some people attempt independent surrogacy, which can reduce agency fees. However, navigating the medical, legal, and emotional complexities on your own can introduce significant risks.
Why Choose Sprout Surrogacy? At Sprout Surrogacy, we streamline the entire journey—from screening and matching to ongoing support—ensuring professionalism, ethical standards, and a compassionate approach. Our structured process reduces the burden on intended parents and surrogates, providing expert guidance and peace of mind that independent surrogacy often lacks.
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Sprout Nurtures represents our commitment to reaching beyond surrogacy by uplifting the communities we serve. Through partnerships, volunteer efforts, and charitable initiatives, we strive to create a positive impact and overall family well-being. This dedication ensures that our work doesn’t end at building families—it extends to nurturing hope and growth for those who need it most.
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If you do not have embryos but know you want to utilize an Egg Donor or Surrogate, you can still begin the process. First, you'll need to work with a fertility clinic to create embryos, either using your own eggs or those from an Egg Donor. Once the embryos are created, we can match you with a surrogate to carry the pregnancy. Our agency will guide you through the surrogacy processes, providing support every step of the way.
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At Sprout Surrogacy, we require that Intended Parents and surrogates maintain some level of relationship throughout the journey, whether it's simple communication or a closer connection. This helps ensure mutual understanding, trust, and a positive experience for both parties. The specifics of the relationship are based on your preferences, and our agency will guide and support both parties to foster a healthy dynamic during the process.
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Working with Sprout Surrogacy offers you a personalized, compassionate approach to building your family. We provide 24/7 support, thoroughly vet surrogates, and offer legal and emotional guidance throughout the journey. Our boutique-style service combines expertise with a deep commitment to all parties involved, fostering trust, transparency, and a successful outcome. Additionally, our Sprout Nurtures initiative supports not just Intended Parents, but surrogates, creating a collaborative and supportive environment for everyone.
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An anonymous donor's identity is kept confidential, and neither the donor nor the recipient knows each other. In contrast, an open donor allows for some level of communication or relationship between the donor and the recipient, often with agreed-upon contact.
*Please note that we do not offer Egg Donation services at Sprout and this FAQ is for information purposes only.
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An egg donor is a woman who voluntarily donates her eggs to help individuals or couples conceive a child, often through assisted reproductive technologies like IVF. Egg donation is typically used when the recipient is unable to produce viable eggs for conception.
*Please note that we do not offer Egg Donation services at Sprout and this FAQ is for information purposes only.