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Year: 2016

Can I be a Surrogate if I don’t have health insurance? Will my personal health insurance be used?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
The short answer is that a health insurance policy is required. The long answer is that if you do not have one, no worries, we will purchase one for you! An insurance specialist determines if your policy can be used... Continue reading →

What are the requirements for becoming a Surrogate?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
Here are some of the basic requirements: Between the Ages of 21 and 40 BMI of 30 or less Have previously given birth Excellent Health Non-smoker/drinker If you have any other questions, fill out our inquiry form and we’d be... Continue reading →

Why is BMI so important?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
BMI is a measure of your body weight to your height. This is necessary for your safety and to also ensure that the safety of the pregnancy. Each fertility clinic has their own BMI limit but most require the surrogate’s... Continue reading →

Do you have a network of support for the Surrogate?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
Besides the monthly support meetings with our Program Psychologist, Dr. Rad, BFI sponsors events throughout the year for the Surrogate and her family. This gives you many opportunities to receive and give support to your fellow Surrogates. Continue reading →

Is there a limit of embryos that are transferred?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
Yes, here at BFI, we advocate single embryo transfers. In rare cases, it may be recommended to transfer 2 embryos. Continue reading →

Do you work with out-of-state and international Intended Parents?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
Yes. BFI works with couples throughout the United States and globally. Continue reading →

Do you use my eggs for the pregnancy?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
No, at BFI we only offer Gestational Surrogacy. The Surrogate is never the biological mother. Continue reading →

How are finances handled?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
We, at BFI, believe that you should never have to worry if your bills will be paid. We require that the Intended Parents fully fund the escrow account before you are scheduled for the embryo transfer. This allows you and... Continue reading →

Are couples screened? If so, for what?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
Yes. Medical and psychological screening is critical, but we go one step further and perform a background check on the Couples. We have an obligation to you and their child to ensure their home environment is safe. Continue reading →

Is there a wait to be matched with a Couple? Do I get to choose my Couple?

by Building Families // Sep 7, 2016
BFI’s priority is to make sure that you have the best experience possible. To that end, we present you with a profile of a Couple who shares your views and beliefs. We never try to match you with just the... Continue reading →

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