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Gay Family Building over 25 Years – The Changes I’ve Seen: How has family building for the LGBTQ+ community evolved?
Reading Time: 4 minutes We caught up with Guy Ringler MD of California Fertility Partners in Los Angeles to talk about the changing landscape of family building and how he has witnessed continued…
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Supporting Fertility Patients: Wellbeing in the Workplace
Reading Time: 4 minutes Tracey Sainsbury, Fertility Counsellor, Lister Fertility Clinic Navigating the emotional and physical journey of fertility treatment is a significant challenge for individuals and couples alike. This journey to parenthood…
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My Surrogacy Journey – meet our incredible coordination team!
Reading Time: 4 minutes At My Surrogacy Journey we believe a personal approach is key to making everyone feel welcome and included. As much as we aim to give you all the technical…
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SKO Law – our thoughts on the latest Law reform
Reading Time: 6 minutes Are we one step closer to the new surrogacy law in the UK? The much anticipated, five years in the making joint Report of the Law Commission of England…
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Seven factors when considering fresh versus frozen eggs
Reading Time: 4 minutes 1. Fresh eggs have better success rates than frozen eggs A 2020 study which analysed 36,925 IVF cycles found that fresh eggs have better success rates than frozen eggs:…
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Equitable Fertility Treatment; gaps and recent wins for the LGBTQIA+ Community
Reading Time: 5 minutes The good news is that there is change in the air, but I have my reservations and, in my view, the current NHS approach to equality and diversity when…
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Shelly’s story – An insight into family building within the LGBTQIA community
Reading Time: 4 minutes Spring Fertility is a world class fertility centre who puts patient needs first. Spring Fertility is committed to helping everyone create the family of their dreams and is proud…
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What is allyship and how can law firms help LGBTQIA people?
Reading Time: 4 minutes I have always found it difficult to explain what an ally is and why I believe I am one. Some of the definitions I have come across include “unconditional…
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Introducing CRGH City – the newest member of the CRGH Family
Reading Time: 3 minutes In January 2023 CRGH welcomed a new clinic to the group – CRGH City. This exciting expansion aims to provide even more patients with the opportunity to access convenient,…
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Dr Gilling-Smith’s viewpoint on the final draft bill
Reading Time: 3 minutes As the Medical Director and HFEA Person Responsible of an IVF clinic which sees many intended parents (IPs) and surrogates (The Agora Clinic in Brighton), I am confident that…
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What is the future of UK Surrogacy now we have the final draft bill?
Reading Time: 7 minutes Like most reading this article, this week’s news of the final draft bill being received was a huge occasion. Let’s face it, we’ve been waiting long enough. If you…
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Building your family with donor eggs – The Apricity way
Reading Time: 2 minutes Knowing where to start with finding an egg donor can be an overwhelming challenge! There’s lots of information online, from whether fresh or frozen eggs are better, to understanding…
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Introducing our Clinical Lead – Debbie Evans
Reading Time: 2 minutes Debbie Evans RGN Clinical Lead and Fertility Nurse Consultant I started my career in nursing in 1982 and have been fortunate to be a part of, and witness many…
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Exploring the amazing life-saving properties of stem cells and how you can store them – Future Health
Reading Time: 3 minutes As part of our relationship with Future Health Biobank, we’re delving into the world of stem cell banking to discover the options for parents and intended parents. Firstly, what…
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Why choose Mishcon de Reya’s Surrogacy & Modern Family’s Group?
Reading Time: 2 minutes You might know Mishcon de Reya for having represented Princess Diana in her divorce or Gina Miller in her unanimous Supreme Court success against Boris Johnson’s decision to prorogue…
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Manchester Fertility Offers Advice to the Surrogacy Community via the ‘My Surrogacy Journey’ Directory
Reading Time: 3 minutes Manchester Fertility is offering surrogacy advice and support to gay, bi, queer and trans men, helping them to navigate their way through their surrogacy journey, as the latest UK…
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The Summary of Report – Building Families Through Surrogacy
Reading Time: 4 minutes On the 29th March 2023, the Law Commission and the Scottish Law Commission revealed their Summary of Report. A hugely anticipated piece of work that involved a period of…
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What is a Registered Surrogacy Organisation?
Reading Time: 2 minutes On the 29th March the Law Commission and the Scottish Law Commission revealed their Full Report, announcing their recommendations for Government. My Surrogacy Journey have a copy of the…
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Meet the Surrogacy Team beside the seaside!
Reading Time: 4 minutes The ethos of The Agora Clinic is to ensure all individuals and couples, whatever their gender, sexual orientation or ethnicity are celebrated, educated and professionally supported throughout their parenting…
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¡Vamos a México!
Reading Time: 5 minutes In December My Surrogacy Journey launched our latest membership, a fully inclusive pathway (with Parental Order on return) in Mexico City. Please also note; Surrogacy in Mexico City is…
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First census estimates on gender identity and sexual orientation
Reading Time: 3 minutes You may even remember my little award from Census 2021 as I was awarded one of the 21 Purple Plaques to honour Census 21 Heroes; UK people that have…
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California Dreamin’ (of regulating surrogacy agencies)
Reading Time: 6 minutes Lilly Frost and her international surrogacy scheme On 10 July 2022, the LA Times broke the story of Lilly Frost and her international surrogacy scheme. Unlike other surrogacy agencies,…
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Men’s Health Month – Your swimmers?
Reading Time: 3 minutes To celebrate Men’s Health month we approached one of My Surrogacy Journey’s experts, to tell us more about Sperm, and how to look after it. Over to you Sam!…
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It’s, like, against the rules of feminism!
Reading Time: 5 minutes Welcome to another guest blog edition written by friend of My Surrogacy Journey, Zaina Mahmoud, Researcher from London Womens Clinic. This week, last week we were in Cuba, this…
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I like my families like I like my cigars, Cuban!
Reading Time: 4 minutes Welcome to another guest blog from our specialist guest writer Zaina Mahmoud, Researcher at London Womens Clinic. An interesting viewpoint on a new family code that could Same sex…
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Hurry, grab your FREE ticket to this years Modern Family Show.
Reading Time: 2 minutes On September 10th 2022, The Modern Family Show returns to London following an exceptional launch at its first event in 2021. We have a limited number of tickets to…
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My Surrogacy Journey Online Portal – have you logged in lately?
Reading Time: 2 minutes We pride ourselves on our Portal and the services it provides to our members. Membership Experience Manager Kelly Dwyer talks us through some important changes and updates so it…
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Can we forget about Covid or is it still relevant in the surrogacy journey?
Reading Time: 4 minutes Even though masks are no longer mandatory and enforced isolation a thing of the past, Covid remains ever present. But how does that affect the world of reproductive medicine?…
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Is this the future of creating a more educated society? The Surrogacy Network seem to think so
Reading Time: 3 minutes Since launching My Surrogacy Journey in February 2021 it’s co-founders Michael and Wes Johnson-Ellis continue to work hard to educate more people about UK surrogacy. A year on and…
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The land of the free*: where potential life is more protected than actual life
Reading Time: 3 minutes *subject to certain conditions, see 1776 Constitution. Roe v. Wade Eight weeks after the draft majority opinion of the US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization was…
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The GENNET City Fertility Team
Reading Time: 3 minutes Dr Malini Uppal Dr Malini Uppal has over 20 years of experience working in fertility and assisted reproduction. She is the Medical Director at GENNET City Fertility and the…
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Why dental pulp stem cell banking is vital?
Reading Time: 2 minutes My Surrogacy Journey® is committed to changing the landscape of surrogacy support. Our latest collaboration is with Future Health Biobank sets us apart from others in this space. For…
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When a ‘mother’ is not a ‘mother’
Reading Time: 3 minutes Written by Zaina Mahmoud exclusively for My Surrogacy Journey®. When gender-neutral and inclusive guidelines are recommended or introduced, there is a backlash from people wanting to hold onto traditional…
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The impact of Roe v. Wade for US surrogacy?
Reading Time: 4 minutes One of the many benefits about My Surrogacy Journey is the wealth of knowledge our professional network brings to our members and the general public. In this guest blog,…
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Surrogacy and the Legal Considerations
Reading Time: 4 minutes What Are My Surrogacy Options at Home and Abroad? When you’re considering surrogacy, as an intended parent, you may be weighing your options both at home and overseas. We…
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What is your superpower?
Reading Time: 4 minutes This morning, I was watching After Life season 3 on Netflix; in episode 6 Tony talks to Matt about the death of Lisa – no spoilers here – don’t…
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Surrogacy in Canada, your options?
Reading Time: 6 minutes You’ve come to the world of surrogacy to build your family. For many years, parents across the world have come to Canada to find a surrogate to help build…
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An Attitude of Gratitude
Reading Time: 3 minutes The G-SPOT That sweet spot where it’s all happening. Where it’s about giving and receiving. The more you give, the more you get. Some might even call it a…
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What’s in store for International Surrogacy?
Reading Time: 3 minutes After two years of COVID-19, lockdowns, quarantines and OMICRON, for intended parent(s) wishing to create their family via IVF and international surrogacy it has been an extraordinarily stressful and…
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What are the key stages of the Surrogacy process?
Reading Time: 3 minutes For those considering fertility treatment, especially via surrogacy, it’s important to understand the timelines involved so you can plan ahead. By understanding each step it becomes easier to see…
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Mindful Fertility Surrogacy Support Packs
Reading Time: 2 minutes Our Mindful Fertility Surrogacy Support Packs are here to bring calm and confidence to your journey. The packs give and show you simple tools that can make a massive…
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Awkward Questions And Navigating The Christmas Holidays During Fertility Treatment
Reading Time: 3 minutes As life gradually begins to get back to normal, after a very strange twenty months or so, your attention may be turning to Christmas and planning time with extended…
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Merry Christmas and Happy 2022; from us!
Reading Time: 2 minutes How is it December already? We wanted to say a huge thank you to each and everyone one of you who have signed up as members, partners or have…
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Sorry – but we need to talk about the C word!
Reading Time: 2 minutes Written by Francesca Steyn; Co-Founder, Fertility Nurse and Clinical Lead. With so much information about coronavirus vaccines – it can be very tricky to decide whether the booster vaccine…
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Sperm Facts and What They Mean for Your Health
Reading Time: 3 minutes Winter is usually a time for indulgence, Christmas Parties, work drinks and more than our fair share of fatty foods and treats. But how can this impact your sperm…
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Family-forming support through Carrot Fertility
Reading Time: < 1 minute My Surrogacy Journey recently partnered with Carrot Fertility to make it easier for Carrot members to access our expert services. Carrot Fertility is the leading global fertility benefits…
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US Travel reopens to Intended Parents relief
Reading Time: 2 minutes Written by Anna Buxton, IP Coordinator and Advisory Board Member. Surrogacy in the US offers a clear and structured way to build a family with predictable time frames, world…
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Are you LGBTQ+ and want a family?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Creating a family for the LGBTQ+ community has never looked so promising. The Modern Family Show 2021 arrives in London on the 18th September and is the creation of…
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Shipping Sperm for Hybrid Surrogacy; we’ve got this!
Reading Time: 6 minutes Since the HFEA regulations changed allowing patients in the UK to ship their sperm, eggs and embryos Internationally there has been an increase in ‘Hybrid International Surrogacy’. This may…
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Changing the narrative on Modern Parenting
Reading Time: 6 minutes With 50% of our Intended Parent Membership from the LGBTQ community, and Brighton Pride 2019 a distant memory, we wanted a blog that would set the tone of what…
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Surrogacy trends for UK nationals; our exclusive findings
Reading Time: 8 minutes My Surrogacy Journey®, has collaborated with researcher Dr Kirsty Horsey, Reader in Law at the University of Kent, with a view to sharing findings from two fascinating sets of…
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Our Founders and their Surrogacy Journey
Reading Time: 11 minutes Trigger warning; Contains information on Infertility, Birth and IVF Failure I’m Michael and I’m married to Wes. We met by complete chance in June 2012 at Birmingham Pride no…
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The Story Behind the ReProductive Revolution
Reading Time: 3 minutes In an age of information, many of us are opting for choice over chance, yet when it comes to our reproductive health and fertility, the lack of information and…
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Leading the way in Surrogacy, Hertfordshire’s finest
Reading Time: 3 minutes On the edge of leafy Hertfordshire, next to the Small River Lea in beautiful green surroundings, you’ll find a hidden treasure with a heart of gold. The unassuming Herts…
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Behind the creation of My Surrogacy Journey®
Reading Time: 6 minutes Whilst I’m writing this, Wes is on his 5th Zoom call of the day, I’m also busy finalising our Newsletter (which you’re reading – so thank you!) and I’ve…
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The Rise of a Single Parent Surrogacy Journey
Reading Time: 2 minutes Written by Andrew Spearman & Katherine Martyn “I can’t remember a time when I didn’t entertain the idea of me being a dad. My whole life’s been pointing to…
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Mini First Aid; a first for Surrogacy support
Reading Time: 3 minutes Mini First Aid was set up in 2014 with the aim of offering quality baby and child first aid classes to parents and carers. Initially operating from her kitchen…
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The all important Fertility Mentor
Reading Time: 2 minutes Written by Kelly DaSilva I’m Kelly and I’m a Fertility Support Expert, writer, speaker and Founder of The Dovecoat; Childress Support Organisation. Inspired by my own personal experience of…
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How diverse is UK fertility treatment?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Written by Francesca Steyn, Co-founder, Fertility Nurse & Clinical Lead This month the HFEA (the UK’s fertility regulator) released a report looking into ethnic diversity and fertility treatment carried…
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The need for legal advice
Reading Time: 3 minutes Written by Bev Jones, JMW Law. Before I begin, I feel I must start this article with a disclaimer. Yes, I am a lawyer and I know what you…
