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Ramona’s Surrogacy Story

by Building Families // Feb 10, 2011
Ramona is a mother to five children and every baby she delivered arrived right on schedule. There was no reason to think this birth would be any different. Her own mother and father were so sure that they decided to take a trip to Las Vegas just days before she was due. Continue reading →

What Qualities Make a Good Surrogate?

by Building Families // Feb 1, 2011
We took our webinar and combined it with some common questions we’ve answered in our Who Makes a Good Surrogate article. Make sure to check it out! Learn what qualities are critical when choosing the woman that will carry your... Continue reading →

Joleen’s Surrogacy Story

by Building Families // Jan 31, 2011
Joleen had twins for her first Couple on January 1, 2009. It was such a beautiful journey for us all. I thought for sure she would return to the Program but she sadly informed us that she was moving away to another state. Continue reading →

Webinar – Why Does Surrogacy Cost So Much? – January 27, 2011

by Building Families // Jan 27, 2011
Hello and welcome to our webinar, Why Does Surrogacy Cost So Much?” My name is Carol Weathers and I am the founder and program director for Building Families, I have been involved in surrogacy arrangements for 20 years now. As... Continue reading →

Crystal’s Surrogacy Story

by Building Families // Jan 19, 2011
Crystal came to us wanting to help a Couple realize their dream of parenthood. Her desire came true twofold! Twins can be difficult for any woman to carry, but for someone as small statured as Crystal we weren’t sure what to expect. Continue reading →

Ashley’s Surrogacy Story

by Building Families // Jan 18, 2011
New Record Set! Ashley told us right from the beginning that she would carry the twins full term.  Repeatedly, Breann tried to prepare her for a preterm delivery, but Ashley just wouldn’t believe it.  And she was right!  At 39... Continue reading →

Olivia’s Surrogacy Story

by Building Families // Jan 15, 2011
On Time Olivia In June 2009, Olivia brought much joy to her first Couple when she delivered their son.  She decided she wasn’t done making a difference as a Surrogate Mom so she came back to help another special Couple. ... Continue reading →

“Womb For Rent”

by Building Families // Dec 18, 2010
“Mother for Rent” or “Womb for Rent” are terms used in some countries to describe or identify a Surrogate Mother. Admittedly, for most of us here in the USA this has a negative connotation. Continue reading →

The New Spanish Law Regarding Gestational Surrogacy

by Building Families // Dec 16, 2010
Read more about the new Gestational Surrogacy Law in Spain. Continue reading →

Our Surrogates Are the Best

by Building Families // Dec 8, 2010
Although I have been the psychologist for Building Families, Inc. for more than14 years and have seen almost 200 Surrogates successfully complete the program, I am still amazed at our Surrogate’s dedication to their goal of giving their Couples a... Continue reading →

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With over 30 years of experience leading one of the most relationship-centered and ethically grounded surrogacy programs, Carol Weathers has dedicated her career to perfecting the process of building families through surrogacy. Her mission continues through a new chapter: providing expert consulting and coaching to agencies, intended parents, surrogates, and clinics. By promoting a comprehensive, integrated approach and offering a high level of personal attention, Carol and her experienced team support smoother, more aligned journeys—legally, medically, and emotionally—for all parties involved. Learn more about her new role!

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