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Happiest of birthdays to our beloved Program Director, Carol! We love you!!
Visit us on Instagram to see the video our lovely IP’s & Surrogates made for her.
Where does the time go?! From their first birthdays 20 years ago to their twenty-first birthdays now; we are so humbled to watch every story unfold!
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At 36 weeks, Danielle’s OB, Dr. Thuan Le, let us know the baby would be coming early and to prepare for a c-section the following week! The IPs jumped in an RV and traveled from the East Coast all the way to California to welcome their baby girl.
On April 23, 2020, Danielle delivered an 8lb 3oz baby girl. Thankfully, she delivered when she did!! We could not imagine how big the baby would have been if we waited for 3 more weeks!!!!
Behind the masks are the biggest smiles!
Danielle said her heart was so full knowing that she played a part in completing their family. “I did that” she said!
Today we are all dealing with stressors in this era of COVID-19, a contagious virus. You are not alone, we are all in this together! Psychologists know that the most stressful thing for human beings is unpredictability in any situation. COVID-19 is unpredictable & does not discriminate. Indeed, the biggest weapon we have, is behavioral. These behaviors include: Stay at home, social distance, quarantine with your family, wash your hands frequently for 20 seconds each time, & disinfect surfaces in your home.
Humans can cope with various types of stressors for a short time, however, prolonged and unforeseen circumstances can lead to anxiety, feelings of helplessness and depression. I’d like to frame COVID-19, a life stressor, as a Challenge and Opportunity versus a Threat. Remember our thoughts/cognitions are under our control. I prefer that frame of mind because it gives us a path to cope each day versus turning to feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. We can think of COVID-19 as a challenge to do all that we’re asked in order to mitigate, decrease the incidents of the virus and stay safe and healthy!
Currently, we may be overwhelmed with information regarding how to fend off getting the virus. We are constantly inundated with instructions on how and when to wash your hands. I have never washed my hands on any one day as much as I have in the past several weeks. I feel like a surgeon! Aside from all the cleaning and disinfecting, social distancing is a crucial part and is becoming the cornerstone of stopping this virus. We may be alone but we are united at this critical time working together to stay healthy. Some of us may be confined at home with our families which can lead to what we call cabin fever. I know it has for me! In the past, I hated going shopping but now that I can’t, I find myself craving those experiences! That’s what happens when something is “forbidden.” The forbidden fruit really becomes desirable! I have to give my list to my daughter to do the shopping. I am envious now, while in the past I was happy to hand anyone my list with such ease! Life is truly like a box of chocolates, we have to be flexible and yield to the unknown!
Structure and routine are necessary for all of us to experience some control and usefulness. Setting up routines & schedules for yourself and your family is important. Here are some suggestions to help you cope, stay calm and carry on.
Daily Tool Box Tips!
Sending you positive vibes and virtual hugs! We will step up to this Challenge with love, grace, and success in staying healthy!
Stay safe, until we meet again! Dr. Rad & Dr. Natasha
Maritza bonded with the Intended Mom at the first meeting. It was easy to see that they were a perfect match and it was a beautiful thing to witness as their bond deepened throughout the pregnancy. A C-Section was planned for April 16, 2020, and typically the Surrogate Mom has her hubby with her, but Maritza wanted the mom-to-be at her side. This didn’t come as a surprise because these two gals did everything together this past year!! So, the new mommy got to hold her son who weighed a perfect 6lb 7oz.
A goal that many of these special women have is for Dr. Rad to say to them, “You are a successful Surrogate.” It is a defining moment. But this time, someone beat her to it. No, it was not one of us. It was Maritza, herself! The first words out of her mouth when she called us after the delivery was, “I did it, I am a successful Surrogate!” Yes, you did Maritza!!!!
Proof that there are still great things happening in the world! Congratulations New York!
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Since we started the week celebrating Randi’s ‘retirement’ journey, we couldn’t think of a better way to throw it back this Thursday than this photo of her and Carol with her first surro-family from the 2010 BFI Picnic. 
Confident and easy going. Those words best describe Annette. She was certain she would become pregnant with the first attempt, and she was! When we hit a snag in the pregnancy, Vasa Previa, like everyth
ing else she took it in stride. She listened intently to the doctor as she explained how the remainder of her pregnancy would be. And then she was thrown another curveball….COVID-19!!!
No surprise to us, she also managed that beautifully. On April 4, 2020, at 34 weeks gestation with her daughter by her side, she gave birth to a super healthy baby boy weighing 5 lbs!! He was sure to be over 8 lbs if we had gone to term!
Look for Annette’s story in the coming weeks as she shares her pregnancy adventures during COVID-19.
Maritza had a teacher in High School that was a surrogate and was immediately inspired. Her goals for a long while has been to learn more about autism and how she can better assist children/teens with special needs. She knows that she can help in a meaningful way. She loves serving and helping others so it’s no surprise that she makes a great Surrogate!
She is a proud mom to Alexa age 9 and Ivan, age 7. Her belief is that time is the most valuable thing in the world, so make the best out of it. Follow your dreams!
Meet Aleza…another one of our amazing surrogates! Although Aleza’s 3 boys keep her busy, she always has high energy and a positive attitude. She and her husband, Eusebio, make a great team in the real estate world and in their home. They love taking the family on quick road trips and hiking here in Southern California.
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She says the happiest time of her life was when she gave birth to her first child, stating that at that moment she learned what unconditional love felt like. It’s no wonder why she wanted to gift that feeling to a deserving couple!