Many surrogates choose this path because they loved being pregnant and want to help others experience that joy. But the journey is very different from carrying for yourself.
Surrogates value thorough screening—not because they’re afraid to “pass” or “fail,” but because they want reassurance that they’re truly ready. They appreciate counseling that helps them reflect on how their children might respond, how they’ll handle attachment, or how they’ll navigate postpartum emotions.
Being fully prepared, both physically and emotionally, gives surrogates the confidence they need. And when agencies take the time to help them get there, that confidence becomes resilience.
