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How Payments Work in Mexico Surrogacy: Clarity, Timing, and Transparency
When starting a surrogacy journey in Mexico, one of the first questions many intended parents ask is how payments are structured and how to ensure everything is handled safely and fairly. At SMARTPath Fertility International, our goal is simple: to make every financial step transparent and predictable, while keeping both intended parents and surrogates protected. Two Separate Payment Paths There are two main types of payments in a Mexico surrogacy program: Agency & Medical Co
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How Surrogate Care Works in Mexico: Monitoring, Vitamins & Medical Oversight
How does surrogate care work in Mexico? Here’s a clear, no-fluff look at screening, prenatal vitamins, unannounced testing, and how you stay informed.
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Essential Guide for Parents: Tips and Insights on Surrogacy
Surrogacy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Learn how gestational surrogacy works, what to expect, and how to find the right support on your path to parenthood.
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The Truth Behind “All-In” U.S. Surrogacy Packages: What’s Included and What’s Not
If you’ve been exploring surrogacy in the United States, you’ve probably come across ads for “all-in” packages. They sound ideal—simple, predictable, and stress-free: “Pay one price, and everything’s covered!” It’s an attractive promise, especially in a process as emotionally and financially overwhelming as surrogacy. But here’s the truth: most “all-in” programs aren’t truly all-inclusive. Necessary costs are often excluded, and if you’re not careful, you could face tens of t
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When IVF Isn’t Enough: Signs It Might Be Time to Consider Surrogacy
When IVF cycles fail, the heartbreak can feel endless. Surrogacy offers intended parents another path forward. Learn the signs it may be time to consider surrogacy and how SMARTPath Fertility supports every step of the journey.
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Meeting Our Baby in Ukraine: Whitney & Hugh’s International Surrogacy Story
What makes someone choose surrogacy in the middle of a war? Whitney talks with SMARTPath Fertility International founder Maria Feekes about the decisions, doubts, and unexpected moments that shaped her journey in Ukraine.
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Why SMARTPath Fertility Intl. Puts Ethics First
Behind every surrogacy journey is a heart, a dream, and a family. At SMARTPath Fertility Intl., we honor that by protecting our Intended...
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What It Feels Like to Be a Surrogate
Being a surrogate is not about being selfless or angelic or any of those things people say when they don’t know what else to say.
It’s about being human.
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A Little Terrified? 5 Totally Normal Surrogacy Fears (and What Really Happens)
Surrogacy is full of hope, but let’s be honest — it’s also scary. If you’ve found yourself wondering “what if we don’t connect with the surrogate?” or “are we doing the right thing?” — you’re not alone. These five common fears make total sense, and this post gently walks you through what actually happens. No pressure. Just honesty.
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