The pandemic gave a Denver area mom the opportunity to go on a life-changing journey.
There can be a lot of questions and even misconceptions surrounding surrogacy and Mile High Mamas has teamed up with ConceiveAbilities to give you a glimpse at what it takes to become a Denver surrogate. After all, this surrogate agency has helped thousands of families for nearly 25 years!
In Part 1 of 3, we talked about how much money a surrogate makes and Denver surrogate, Kristi, shared why someone would become a surrogate.
In today’s article, Kristi shares how she was matched to an intended family through ConceiveAbilities, if she felt her needs were taken care of and how her delivery went.
How much control did you have during the matching process of who your intended family would be?
I was involved in the matching process. I had a very specific idea of what kind of intended parents I wanted to work with. When I sat down with ConceiveAbilities and told them the kind of family I wanted to work with, it wasn’t long after they reached out and found a family for me! They told me a little bit about the family and we all agreed to meet. We are still super close today!
Did you feel like your wants and needs were taken into consideration during your pregnancy?
My intended parents and I were close during the pregnancy and were there for each other through the whole process. They were very supportive! They told everyone involved “Whatever Kristi wants, she gets. A happy surrogate makes for a happy baby.” 🙂
How was the surrogacy pregnancy different from pregnancy with your daughter?
I am a single mom and it was a relief to be pregnant and just enjoy the pregnancy without the worry of raising a child on my own. This really allowed me to enjoy every aspect of the pregnancy!
What surprised you about the surrogacy pregnancy?
I was surprised that my belly buddy was breech. I was induced with my daughter and the contractions were not so steady. So with this pregnancy, I was hoping to do it so much more naturally. Unfortunately, because my little buddy was breech, I had to go in for a scheduled c-section.
What was delivery like? How did you feel when you were able to give the gift of life to another family?
I had to go in for a scheduled c-section. While I was hoping to go into labor naturally, my belly buddy was breech and that was not an option. But the moment the baby was delivered, tears of pure joy ran down my face! The joy of seeing her parents getting to hold their baby for the first time! That moment! That was exactly why I wanted to be a surrogate!
How did you share the process with your daughter? How much did she understand and how did she feel?
My daughter loved that the baby was not going to come home with us! She is an only child and loves it 😉
My daughter loved telling others that “this baby was not coming home with us.” She loved freaking people out! My daughter is 11 years old and was amazing through the whole process. My daughter and Intended Parents also have a close relationship as well. At this point, we are all family!
In Part 3 of 3, Kristi talks about the Fourth Trimester–what happened emotionally and physically after her C-section and what she would tell another woman who is considering becoming a surrogate. 
ConceiveAbilities: Looking Out For Its Colorado Surrogates
If you are thinking about becoming a surrogate in Colorado, ConceiveAbilities Surrogacy Agency in Denver delivers a comprehensive plan to ensure a successful fourth trimester recovery, from the start of pregnancy and based on the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists standard of care.
As a surrogate with ConceiveAbilities, you will have a personalized consultation covering the facts behind, and options for:
- Doula care and birth preparation
- Physical therapy
- Nutrition
- Fitness / movement
- Monthly Q&A sessions with rotating experts throughout pregnancy
ConceiveAbilities is proud to offer the first-of-its-kind All-In Surrogate Care and Compensation Program. The surrogate pay package is the highest of any surrogacy agency. As a surrogate in Denver with ConceiveAbilities, your estimated base surrogate pay is $52,000 plus an additional $5,000 for a limited time. After you have qualified, a surrogate engagement team member will provide you with a personalized compensation package including your personal Match Manager, legal and insurance support and monthly care packages.
Learn more about becoming a surrogate with ConceiveAbilities in Denver or take this survey to begin your Colorado surrogacy journey.
In partnership with Mile High Mamas.
Author: Mile High Mamas
