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Building Families’ Surrogate Stories

Monique’s Birth Story

by Building Families // Jun 23, 2020
Making dreams come true is obviously Monique’s role in this world!! On (date of first delivery) she blessed a Couple with a healthy and beautiful baby boy and then again on June 23, 2020 she delivered a true treasure in... Continue reading →

Coast to Coast Connection

by Building Families // Apr 23, 2020
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... Continue reading →

Maritza’s Birth Story

by Building Families // Apr 16, 2020
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... Continue reading →

Annette’s Birth Story

by Building Families // Apr 4, 2020
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... Continue reading →

Randi’s Final Birth Story

by Building Families // Mar 27, 2020
So, believe it or not, Randi has entered retirement.  No, not the type where she can apply for Medicaid, lol, that is a long way off.  She has delivered her last baby.  This historic event occurred on March 27, 2020... Continue reading →

Nataly’s Birth Story

by Building Families // Jan 17, 2020
One evening, Nataly shows up at the hospital and was sent home to await “real” labor.  The nurses said she didn’t look full-term and wondered if she had her dates wrong. After just a few hours, Nataly was back and... Continue reading →

Melissa’s Birth Story

by Building Families // Dec 5, 2019
Vasa Previa. This is a term that BFI had never heard of in all of its 28+ years. When you have as many pregnancies as we have, you are bound to encounter things that are considered rare. Melissa’s case would... Continue reading →

Jeri’s Birth Story

by Building Families // Jul 25, 2019
Our amazing Jeri just completed her 3rd surrogacy journey, yes 3rd!! They say 3rd times a charm and I think she will attest to how magical this journey truly was. Having a local couple was a new experience for her... Continue reading →

Yolanda’s Birth Story

by Building Families // Jul 23, 2019
Yolanda, Mom to 5 of her own, handled the delivery of this 9lb 2 oz little boy like a champ! On July 22 Yolanda met with her OB and told him there was no more room at the inn! He... Continue reading →

Mandy’s Birth Story

by Building Families // Jul 21, 2019
Did you know that only 5% of babies are born on their due date? Our Mandy has joined the few when she delivered a beautiful baby boy on her due date, July 21, 2019! One of many beautiful moments that... 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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