OUR FIRST IVF APPOINTMENT (making a baby together) | Michael & Matt

We flew to Dallas for our first IVF appointment as we continue our surrogacy journey and grow our family.

This was the first time we actually got to do things physically to contribute to the surrogacy process. Over the last 6 months, we've just had phone calls, consultations, and fees to pay as we've set up the steps to start IVF.

Now we've made it to Dallas and it's time for us to meet our IVF doctor, our egg donor, and to collect our genetic portion for fertilization. SO MUCH IS HAPPENING!!

Our thoughts and feelings BEFORE IVF:    • How We Feel BEFORE DONATING OUR SPERM for ...  

Selecting a location for surrogacy:    • WHERE OUR BABIES WILL BE BORN | the Birth ...  

How we're actually having a baby:    • We're Having a Baby ... but HOW!? Finding ...  

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Special thanks to our friend Mark Kurian for hosting us while we were in Dallas!   / mkurian  
And to Nick Topel for experiencing this weekend with us!   / nicktopel  

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More About Gay Couples Starting Surrogacy:
https://www.gayswithkids.com/en/becom...

Surrogacy is an excellent option for gay men and LGBTQ individuals or couples who are ready to expand their families. This path to parenthood allows same-sex couples to fulfill their parenting dream while maintaining a genetic link to their children. While the process of surrogacy for same-sex couples shares many similarities with other parents’ experiences, there are some additional considerations. It can be a lengthy and expensive process. There's so much to consider! One answer does not fit for every case of family planning, but as we navigate through the world of having a baby as a gay couple, we will be in the business of learning as much as possible and sharing what we learn.