The Journey Journals
How Much Do Egg Donors Get Paid
If you are wondering how much compensation you'll get if you donate your eggs. Donors are paid for their time, discomfort, and expenses spent throughout the donation procedure. To become an egg donor, you can research multiple agencies and compare their compensation...
Egg Donation and Surrogacy
Egg donation and surrogacy are options for people and couples having difficulties conceiving. When a woman agrees to carry and deliver a child for a couple or single individual who cannot have children naturally, they engage in surrogacy. In contrast, egg donation...
How Old Do You Have To Be To Donate Eggs?
Egg donation is a wonderful way to help someone who wants to have children. It is a sensitive and personal decision, but it can also be an exciting and rewarding experience. If you are thinking about helping another family there are some important frequently asked...
Our Response to the Overturning of Roe v. Wade
Gifted Journeys stands with The Society for Ethics in Egg Donation and Surrogacy, the American Society of Reproductive Medicine and RESOLVE in our support of reproductive rights. The overturning of Roe v Wade has opened a door for far-reaching, harmful legislation to...
Spring Teatime Meetup 2022
Thank you to all of our wonderful surrogates who joined us for a Spring Teatime meetup on 5/19! It was lovely seeing all your faces, catching up with you, and playing games together. Everyone who attended received a Starbucks or Sephora gift card, and the game winners...
How Much Money Can You Get for Donating Eggs
Donating your eggs can provide you with a one-of-a-kind opportunity to make a difference in someone's life while also being compensated for your time and effort. However, it's important to understand the costs involved as well as the various factors that influence...
GJ Valentine’s Day Meetup!
We had such a fun time with our surrogates during our Valentine's Day themed virtual get-together on 2/10! We played an exciting trivia game, which had two winners, each winning a $25 Amazon gift certificate. And not to have anyone feel left out, each person that came...
Egg Donation Disqualifications
Being a candidate for egg donation can be an exciting prospect for hopeful surrogates. However, it's important to note that certain disqualifications may prevent a person from being considered for the process. In this article, we run through some of the most common...
Integrity Above All Else!
One of the biggest challenges that intended parents will face on their surrogacy journey is letting go of control and trusting in the journey. While some people are naturally inclined to trust and relax in the process, it is far more common for intended parents to...
Open or Anonymous Egg Donation?
I’ve worked in the field of assisted reproduction for almost 22 years now, and a lot has changed over the years. When I first started in our industry, anonymous egg donations were the “norm” and were generally encouraged by the agencies, attorneys and clinics...