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Since the clinic was founded in 2011, we’ve provided our patients with the very best in medical care and support in their fertility journey to become parents.
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How to Stay Safe, Sane, and Happy While Pregnant during COVID-19 Pandemic
The Coronavirus has changed the lives of billions of people, here’s how to stay safe, sane, and happy while pregnant during the COVID-19 pandemic. Becoming pregnant is a wild time. Filled with anticipation, worry, joy, confusion, and a number of other incredible and sometimes maddening, emotions. Adding on COVID-19 and the uncertainty it’s placed on […]
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Triplets and Twins: The Likelihood of Multiple Births During Surrogacy
With changes in practice and advances in technology, multiple births during surrogacy are now less likely. Why is that? In vitro fertilization or IVF, has become a quite common practice the world over. As popularity for the procedure has taken hold in the last few decades, the science and techniques behind it have flourished. The […]
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7 of the Best Ways to Beat Surrogacy Stress
All surrogacy journeys are stressful at one point or another. Here’s a list of 7 ways to treat yourself to peace of mind during this time and beat surrogacy stress. Surrogacy is an exciting and wonderful experience, but it can also be incredibly stressful. Between regular appointments, generalized worry, work schedules, and fielding family and […]
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What You Need to Know as an Intended Parent During COVID
The coronavirus and its associated shutdowns have created a new hitch in an already complicated process. Are you ready for what it may bring as an Intended Parent During COVID? Anyone who has struggled with infertility, or even considered the option of surrogacy, will readily tell you that it is a long and complicated process. […]
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Citizenship By Birth in Case of Surrogacy
Few parents concern themselves with what country their child is from, where more worry about how to get them back home. Citizenship by birth can be a contentious subject. It can also be a lifeline. Or the only option of hope that some parents have. Citizenship by birth becomes exceedingly uncomfortable to discuss because, for […]
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Effects of Pregnancy on the Body
Congrats! You’re pregnant! Now what? Few things are as exciting as those first few moments when you find out you’re expecting a child. The joy and amazement and what is about to unfold can be a little bit scary, and you might have a few questions. Specifically, those awkward ones like “what’s going to happen […]
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Rejoice! The Best Tips for a Happy and Healthy Pregnancy
Tips for a healthy pregnancy shouldn’t be hard to find or follow. Congratulations mama! You’ve done it! You’ve either taken the leap and decided to create a new life in your family, or you’ve become pregnant. Either way, your journey begins now. For anyone who’s looking for a dive on how to have a healthy […]
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8 Ways to Say Goodbye to Morning Sickness
Feeling a bit queasy? Try these simple methods to help keep your Morning Sickness and your food intact. More than half of all pregnant women experience frequent nausea or sickness. Despite its deceptive name, morning sickness can actually plague you all day long, or even jump up at seemingly random times. Some women report having […]
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Get Moving or Stay Put? The Do’s and Don’ts of IVF and Exercise
There’s a lot of mixed information when it comes to exercise during and after IVF cycles. Here’s what science says on IVF and Exercise. If you’ve ever undergone in vitro fertilization (IVF), you’re readily aware of how crazy that time can be. The combination of excitement, anticipation, and worry can easily throw you into hyperdrive […]
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COVID 19 and Pregnancy, A Definitive Guide to Wellbeing for You and Your Baby
Being pregnant is a joyous, and yet often stressful, experience. Here’s what you should know about COVID-19 and Pregnancy. For many women, becoming pregnant is one of the most exciting experiences of their lifetime. Many have waited in hopeful anticipation for this moment. Regardless of COVID-19 and what it means for all of us, pregnancy […]
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“I Was Diagnosed With Asherman’s Syndrome and Now I’m a Mum”
Two women describe their journeys from infertility to motherhood. Natalia and Vera were given solemn diagnoses. After years of struggling to conceive, the two women were eventually told that due to issues with their uterine lining, their endometrium, they were unlikely to have children of their own. This all too familiar tale isn’t the only […]
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They Are What You Eat: A Guide to Nutrition and Pregnancy
Eating healthy during your pregnancy is hard, but staying on top of perinatal nutrition will help more than just your future waistline. It could improve your child’s behavior. It seems that once the congratulations have been well received, the only advice an expectant mother gets is the “what not to do’s” and the real “what […]
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From UK to Ukraine: Perspective on Ukraine Surrogacy from Parents Who Have Been There
Three couples from all over the UK talk about their experiences with ilaya’s surrogacy program in Ukraine. Ilaya’s international surrogacy programs are designed with you in mind. Creating new options and better programs to ensure that you get exactly the services you need, without the costs you don’t, is our mission. Whilst helping to create […]
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Asherman’s Syndrome: Past, Present, and Future
Everything you need to know about this disease and what you can do if you have it. Asherman’s Syndrome, known simply as AS or intrauterine adhesions (IUA), wasn’t medically acknowledged until 1854 and didn’t enjoy a full description of the disease for another 54 years. So while it may have taken the medical community a […]
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The Full Story of Sperm Donation
Start to finish, beginning to end, here is absolutely everything you need to know about sperm donation. Without ever needing to ask. So, sperm donation can sometimes be a sticky subject. It’s not always something people are happy to talk openly about. The reality of sperm donation is that everyone has a different motivation for […]
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Choosing Gender Selection: Facts and Fiction
Gender selection is the newest, hotly debated process involved in surrogacy and IVF. We’ll help you sort out truth from fiction as you begin to ponder your choices. As the field of reproductive medicine continues to gain traction and create better options for more families, they are sure to come up against criticism. In fact, […]
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Information and Prevention: A Guide to Coronavirus
In the wake of the worldwide outbreak, experts warn the coronavirus disease could quickly become classified as a pandemic. Here’s what you need to know to keep you and your family safe. Such a massive part of our business here at ilaya is caring for you and your family. While many of our physicians and […]
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Truths About Egg Donation Process
Whether you are considering donation yourself or are looking for a donor, here’s everything you need to know about egg donation process. Donating eggs is a selfless choice, but not always an easy one to make. As a parent in need of egg donation, it can often be an intimidating experience, ensuring that you’re getting […]
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Mexico Surrogacy: The Newest Program to Fit Your Needs
Surrogacy is never a “One Size Fits All. So to give your family the best start possible, you’re going to need the best options. Finding the right surrogacy program to fit your family is a process. Often a long, drawn-out, maze of potential and frustration. This can be even truer if you’re part of a […]
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Meet ilaya in Australia
Meet ilaya in Australia! Ilaya invites you to attend the event “Sydney Mel conference Feb 2020” which will take place in Sydney and Melbourne, on the 8-7 February 2020, respectively. Do you have questions about the aspects surrounding Surrogacy, Egg Donation legal aspects of in different countries? Would you like to meet our team and get […]
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Meet the Team: Spotlight on Dr. Inna Nikolaevna Sapozhak
Your family is our passion at ilaya, take a minute and say hello to our dedicated team members. When dealing with the heartache and often frustrating diagnosis of infertility, it’s absolutely paramount to ensure that you are in the best care possible. Ilaya understands how difficult the journey to parenthood can be for some people, […]
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Breaking the News: How to Tell Your Child That He Was Born Via Surrogacy
Being born via surrogacy is a wonderful and joyous phenomenon. Figuring out how to explain it to your child may not be. Surrogate born children are much like any other bundle of joy that graces this world. They laugh, they play. They fall down and get hurt. Besides their gestational origin story, these children are […]
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November Babies
November Babies This month at “ilaya” clinic was very productive. We’ve got 5 amazingly cute babies – 2 sets of twins (three girls and one boy) for 2 couples from Sweden. Also, the family from Belgium became parents and finally met their baby boy.
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Meet the Team: Spotlight with Dr. Zlata Korop
At ilaya, we have many dedicated professionals committed to giving you the best care for your future. Come meet our team! We understand that infertility is not an easy diagnosis to get. The hardships that plague couples who face this life-altering situation cannot be understated. Which is why we strive to choose providers that are […]
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Gay Surrogacy: Things You Should Know About Surrogacy for Same Sex Couples
For some people, starting a family is simple. Straightforward. For others, they need a bit of help. Family dynamics are changing, and along with it, so are societal norms. For years, surrogacy programs and reproductive medicine had a deep stigma attached to a process that was already difficult and overwhelmingly expensive. As times change, mindsets […]
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The Surrogacy Experience: Choosing Ukraine
Ilaya helps many families per year realize their dreams of becoming parents. This family shared their journey. When the couple from France decided to start a family, they knew it wouldn’t be easy. Struggling to conceive for several years, they understood that in order to have the child they always wanted, they would need a […]
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All That Can Be: The Varied Relationships Between Surrogate and Intended Parents
There are many relationships that can occur between surrogates and intended parents. Which one grows along with your family is up to you. Surrogates and intended parents alike are each involved in an emotional, exciting, scary, and wonderful experience. As with any pregnancy, emotions run understandably high. Often times, even more so in a […]
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Meet ilaya in Dublin
ilaya International Group invites you to attend the event “Egg Donor & Surrogacy Options” which will take place in Dublin, on the 14th November. Do you have questions about the aspects surrounding Surrogacy and Egg Donation? Would you like to meet our team and get a personal consultation? Event Details ilaya in Dublin Thu 14 […]
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Czech Republic Surrogacy: The New Surrogacy Destination?
Surrogacy in the Czech Republic has been on the rise. So what does this mean for you and your family? Surrogacy throughout Europe can be a bit of a sticky issue. In many countries, the practice is banned altogether. Countries like France, Germany, and Sweden the practice is outright illegal, whether commercial or altruistic. Where […]
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Surrogate vs Gestational Carrier: Making Sense of Your Surrogacy
What is a gestational carrier? When should you use this term? How do you tell the difference between the two? Your most common questions answered. While some people may believe that surrogacy is a simple and straightforward process, it’s probably apparent that these people have never needed a surrogate. Or a gestational carrier? Which […]
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The Pros and Cons of Being a Surrogate
Helping someone in need is perhaps the most gratifying thing we can do, but what does being a surrogate really look like? Ask anyone about the joys of bringing life into the world and they’ll happily describe the wonder and elation of being a parent. While it’s crushing to know that some people may not […]
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How to Become a Surrogate: A Quick Guide for the Curious
Becoming a surrogate takes more than just a loving heart and desire to help. We’ll outline exactly what becoming a top surrogate entails. Choosing to become a surrogate can be an incredibly rewarding experience. You can help couples from all over the world reach their dreams of finally being able to have a family of […]
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Surrogacy VS Adoption: Knowing What’s Right For Your Family
When facing an infertility diagnosis, the choice can be overwhelming. Get the information you need before you make a decision about Surrogacy VS Adoption. Making the best choice for you and your family is always the number one concern of any parent. When it comes to building your future, no family is the same. For […]
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In Depth Discussion: Everything You Need to Know About PGD
If you’re struggling with infertility treatments, especially those that could be related to heredity or genetic illness, considering PGD while you undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) can help reduce the chances that those inherited traits could be prevented from being passed along. PGD can help parents determine the sex of their child. And also give […]
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How to Combat Diseases of Infertility: A Guide for Endometriosis and PCOS
Chances are, if you’re looking for answers, you’re probably struggling to get pregnant. One in five couples struggles with infertility, but the root cause of each case can be incredibly different. Find out what you can do about your diagnosis. A whopping 12% of women struggle with infertility. Despite statistics showing us that infertility is […]
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The Very Important Difference Between Sterility, Infertility, and Subfertility
Sterility, infertility, subfertility, primary, secondary… there are many ways to say you’re struggling to conceive, but what exactly do they all mean? Despite best intentions, sometimes navigating the tumultuous sea of infertility can be confusing. Even the most basic concepts of genetics can be overwhelming, terms are unfamiliar, and treatments are varied. Sometimes it can […]
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Heredity and Infertility: What Do Genetics Tell Us?
A number of different things can lead to a diagnosis of infertility. Many of these doctors have yet to even fully explore. But what about heredity? The link between heredity and infertility has always been discussed, perhaps even presumed. But since the human genome was mapped in 2003, researchers still have yet to fully understand […]
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The Philosophy Behind Ethics and Surrogacy
Whether or not surrogacy is ethical has been debated almost since the advent of surrogacy itself. How do you choose what’s right for you? The question “is surrogacy ethical”, is incredibly multi-layered. Even though laws, policy, legislation, and practice surrounding surrogacy seem to all hinge directly on the response to this question: there is no […]
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Fear of Failure: Contending with Infertility and Depression
While going through infertility treatments seems like it should be an exciting and hopeful experience, for so many of us- it’s almost the opposite. Depression, sadness, anxiety, guilt, frustration, isolation, loneliness… these are all some of the emotions that can go hand in hand when dealing with infertility. Luckily, many stigmas surrounding infertility, and even […]
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What to do in Kiev: TOP-5 places to visit
If you are going to look at a surrogacy program with ilaya why not enjoy the city of Kiev while you are at it! So your trip to Kiev is already booked, your suitcases are packed, but perhaps you are wondering exactly what to expect from your first visit to Kiev and what are you […]
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3 Newborns at Ilaya clinic in June
The ilaya team are overjoyed to announce that in June two wonderful couples became parents! A few days ago, we welcomed the long-awaited arrival of a baby boy who will soon be going home to Germany with his happy parents and a set of twins, a boy and a girl, who were born to a […]
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The Truth About Male Infertility
Get the facts, before you get the treatment. Male infertility is something that seems to be rarely talked about, but something that needs to be addressed. It’s just as common and as important to the health of your family as feminine infertility, however, tackling the issue can sometimes seem impossible. Finding out that you may […]
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Female Infertility: Do You Suffer From It?
Even though female infertility may seem more common than infertility in men, it’s not. But rarely does that fact help us feel better. The myths and facts surrounding female infertility can be pretty hard to sort sometimes. For decades, infertility was seen solely as a woman’s burden, and even though we now know that 40-50% […]
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Causes of Infertility: Myths and Truths
While there’s a lot of seemingly conflicting information regarding the myths and realities of the causes of infertility, don’t get discouraged. Sometimes, all of the information surrounding what causes, and what doesn’t cause, infertility can be dizzying. Trying to sort fact from fiction can easily result in couples feeling no better off than when they […]
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What to Say: 5 Tips to Explain Your Surrogacy to Anyone Who Asks
Exciting, scary, overwhelming… putting your surrogacy into words that others can understand can be really, really, hard. Explaining surrogacy to someone who a) already has a child, b) doesn’t really understand infertility or even c) loves you very much, can be really difficult and emotionally demanding. Surrogacy is a process that is really difficult, even […]
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What Are the Pros and Cons of Choosing Surrogacy?
Pro: Get to have a baby. Con: Can’t carry your baby. If only it were so simple. Weighing the pros and cons of surrogacy is incredibly difficult for many intended parents. These issues can vary greatly from couple to couple. Depending heavily on non-influenceable factors like income or country of residence. Despite these unique and […]
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Your FAQs Answered: How Does Surrogacy Affect the Child
Questions that intended parents face when looking to surrogacy are many. But perhaps the most important, and frequent, are how the process affects your future child. Once given the diagnosis of infertility, many hopeful parents struggle with the all to real fear that this diagnosis can create. Although options and treatments are becoming better understood […]
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American Surrogacy: Why Couples Worldwide Travel to the USA to Have Their Baby
As more foreign couples set their sights on cross-border surrogacy programs, the US finds itself on the top of their to-do lists. The main reason why international couples and American couples consider gestational surrogacy programs in the United States are generally the same. It’s the desire to have a family of their own, but not […]
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How To: Start Your Surrogacy Process
Deciding where to start your surrogacy journey can be daunting, if not downright intimidating. Follow this beginner guide on how to start your surrogacy program and take out some of the uncertainty. As a parent that is considering surrogacy, chances are you’ve already surpassed what seems like hundreds of milestones. The journey of becoming a […]
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Meet ilaya: Join Our Seminar on Assisted Reproductive Techniques
ilaya International Group invites you to attend our first Seminar on Assisted Reproductive Techniques in Brussels on June 8th! Do you have questions about the legal aspects surrounding Surrogacy? Would you like to meet the patient coordinators from our clinic for a personal consultation or listen to couples share their experience of surrogacy at ilaya […]
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Surrogacy Abroad: What Intended Parents Need to Know
Deciding to become parents through surrogacy is the first step in a long but incredibly rewarding journey to parenthood. In making this decision, Intended Parents (IPs) commit themselves to a set process of finding a surrogate mother, supporting her through pregnancy and – eventually – welcoming their new child or children into the world. But […]
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Surrogacy in Europe: Your Comprehensive Guide
Surrogacy throughout Europe is still all over the show when it comes to rules and regulations. Help you and your family make the right choice by looking at our comprehensive guide to surrogacy in Europe. When looking to create a child, infertility issues can feel like they put a stopper in many hopeful parents plans. […]
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PGD: What You Need to Know Before Making a Decision
PGD can offer some couples peace of mind, others, a glimpse of uncertainty. What to expect and how to become informed before making your decision. PGD – Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis – is an advanced and cutting-edge technique that is becoming more and more common within In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) treatments. It is a procedure used […]
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IVF & Family: How to Practice Self-Care During IVF
Self-care during IVF is rarely the first thing on an expectant mother’s mind, but it can’t be the last either. Infertility comes with a whirlwind of difficulties, downfalls, and disappointments for many parents. Even leading up to the process of IVF can prove to be a harrowing experience. During the IVF process, schedules are usually […]
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Embryo Transfer: Taking Care of Yourself Before & After
While embryo transfer marks an exciting time for hopeful families, it can also be a stressful and confusing process. The process leading up to embryo transfer is rarely easy for anyone. The stress of battling the difficulties associated with infertility, coupled with multiple medical procedures can be overwhelming. Knowing how to best care for your […]
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The Future of Surrogacy: Where’s It Going?
Surrogacy has come a long ways from its humble beginnings, but just how far can we expect it to go in the future? Surrogacy is often the last desperate chance some couples have at starting a family. The choice to obtain a surrogate and go through this arduous, and often expensive, process is not an […]
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Fertility Rates and Infertility Statistics
Lower fertility rates are more and more predominant around the world. The reasons for this are many. The declining fertility in most countries around the globe is studied immensely. Several current studies that affirm that most women are not only having children older but are sticking with just having one child. Fertility Rates around the […]
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International Surrogacy: All About Surrogacy Abroad
Thinking about international surrogacy? ilaya is here to help you through the ‘What, where and why?’ of pursuing surrogacy abroad… Surrogacy – no matter where you do it – requires lots of patience and planning. Knowing the process, the legalities, and indeed the challenges are all important steps to finding a surrogate to carry your […]
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The History of Infertility: Treatments, Understanding, & More
Destigmatizing infertility is the first step in understanding that you’re not alone. The history of infertility is long. For many couples, one in eight according to the Centers for Disease Control, infertility is a harrowing and difficult experience. Few trials in our lives can match the despondency felt when starting a family seems impossible. While […]
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What is a Cryobank?
Imagine a world in which your own genetic material can be used to fight disease. Eliminate the signs of aging. Produce healthy children. Now imagine that world exists. Because with Cryobank technology, it does. Cryobank and cryotechnology are cutting edge medical advances and services that are being used for innovative and astonishing treatments. To heal […]
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Choosing the Right Surrogacy Clinic for You
Making sure that you choose the right surrogacy clinic is important to your success. Knowing how to make that choice may not be as difficult as you think. Surrogacy can be a very difficult process, choosing the right surrogacy clinic doesn’t have to be. There are many available options, which can make the surrogacy process […]
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Gestational Surrogacy: What the Law Says
Gestational Surrogacy is the most common form of surrogacy that is performed in the United States, and for good reason. Gestational surrogacy has become the gold standard for all assisted reproductive treatments that require surrogacy. Almost all advancements in both surrogacy technology and litigation are concerned primarily with gestational surrogacy. With gestational surrogacy, both genetically […]
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Surrogacy: What is it? The Different Types of Surrogacy Options Available
Surrogacy is almost always an incredibly difficult decision to make. Knowing what options are available will help to resolve/clarify your doubts. One in five couples struggles with fertility issues at some point in their lives. The journey that couples must go through to contend with these issues is often an arduous one. It’s incredibly stressful […]
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Focus on IVF Treatments: The IVF Advantage/Disadvantage Conundrum
Still undecided where you stand on the IVF advantage/disadvantage debate? We aim to clear up the plus points and minuses to IVF treatments so you can decide if it’s right for you… The IVF Advantage/Disadvantage Conundrum For many couples who are struggling with unexplained infertility, IVF could be the answer. In this article, we explain […]
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Focus on IVF Treatment: How Does IVF Work?
IVF treatments can be a godsend to those in need. Through the application of modern science, more Intended Parents than ever are able to realize their dream of creating a family of their own. Medical technology has come quite a long way in the last 50 years. Because of advances and innovation in the field […]
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What Fertility Treatments are available?
Once you make the decision to undergo fertility treatment, knowing what options are available to you can be hugely beneficial when considering the best treatment for you. Coming to terms with the fact that you may have to deal with a fertility problem can be a difficult truth to face. Discovering what fertility treatments […]
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What is Infertility?
While it may seem like so many people have little to no trouble conceiving a child, it may surprise you to discover that almost one in five couples struggle with infertility. But what is infertility? And what challenges does it pose? Whilst infertility is a fairly common problem people around the globe face, it´s shocking […]
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Choosing an egg donor: What’s the best approach?
Choosing an egg donor is one of the biggest decisions faced by couples undergoing assisted reproduction treatment. In fact, it may be even more difficult than the decision to receive treatment. Choosing whether to use this method of having children is a relatively simple yes/no question. Choosing the right egg donor involves almost infinite possibilities, […]
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Reasons Why Couples Should Choose Surrogacy
Do not rob yourself of the joys of being a parent because of infertility. Opt for surrogacy and bring your bundle of joy. In this article, we will discuss the reasons why couples should choose surrogacy. Many couples are unable to have babies for a variety of reasons. There can be infertility, age factor etc. […]
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Choosing a Ukrainian surrogacy provider
International surrogacy has grown rapidly in Ukraine in recent years, driven by the availability of high-quality programmes and clear laws, in close proximity to Western Europe, and accelerated by the closure of several popular destinations for intended parents.
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Ukraine poised for growth in international surrogacy in 2017
Ukrainian surrogacy clinics may see a boom in international arrangements next year, as the closure of other countries in 2016 draws attention to Ukraine’s advantages, such as a clear legal system and geographical proximity to Europe. India, Nepal and Thailand, which over the past decade became popular destinations for international commercial surrogacy, have all tightened […]
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ilaya’s New USA Cross-Border Surrogacy Program
USA Cross-Border Surrogacy program is a new international commercial surrogacy program from ilaya. It leverages our position as a provider with a presence in various locations around the globe. This allows us to offer a unique service with advantages drawn from several different countries. It also means that the cost is about half the price of […]
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Where can I find a surrogate mother?
The landscape of international commercial surrogacy has shifted dramatically in recent years. The process is costly and can be stressful even in the best of circumstances. For many couples, it became even more so as countries around the globe changed their policies. All due seeking to crack down on fraudulent agents and abuse of surrogates. […]
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International Baby Surrogacy
Couples considering gestational surrogacy face a range of options that can be bewildering, and a number of key questions about the safety, reliability and cost of the procedure.
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In-vitro Fertilization: Advantages & Disadvantages
“In vitro” is the Latin term for “in glass” In vitro fertilization, or IVF, is the process of an egg being fertilized by sperm outside the woman’s body, in a laboratory. Since the first successful birth from IVF took place in 1978, the procedure has offered hope to couples around the world who have found […]

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