Hi! My name is Kayla. I am a mom of three boys – Noah, Lucas, and Ethan. I chose to become a surrogate because being a mom is my favorite thing in the whole world, and knowing that others struggle to become one breaks my heart. I can't imagine a life without my kids, so helping even one family bring life into this world felt like an opportunity I could not pass up. I have always had great pregnancies, and I love being pregnant, so I thought I would be a great candidate. Committing 1-2 years of my life felt like a very small price to pay for someone to have the family they've always wanted, and a lifetime of memories they'll get to have. It was one of the best experiences I have ever had, and I cherish every bit of the journey. It was truly an honor to know that someone trusted me enough to carry their child when they couldn't do it themselves.
I chose to use Growing Generations as my agency because I knew someone who had used them previously. I asked her to send me the information to see if I qualified as a surrogate, and within 24 hours someone from Growing Generations was on the phone with me and getting the process started. It's important to feel like you can trust the agency you're going to use, and after my first phone call with them, I knew I would be in good hands. Everyone at Growing Generations was a pleasure to work with, and they are all very knowledgeable. Any time I had any questions or concerns, they had an answer for me almost immediately, and without any judgement at all.
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Surrogacy has taught me that I have so much love to give and that I am capable of handling a lot more than I ever thought I could. I am stronger because of it, in ways that I never expected. The way I overcame certain fears and handled what felt like the weight of the world at times is inspiring to me. I am resilient and quick to adapt to changes that may be out of my control and comforting to those who are depending on me throughout those changes. Being able to stay positive and hopeful through the challenging parts is also something I am proud of. For example, you go into this knowing that sometimes embryo transfers don't take the first time and being able to navigate a failed transfer and come out saying “we’ve got this, let's try again” is a mindset I held onto.
If someone told me they were considering becoming a surrogate, I would first ask them if they have a schedule that is flexible enough to cater to the surrogacy. There are so many appointments, phone calls, and tasks that come with it, and you need to have time management skills to be successful. I would tell them that it is all about the mindset, and that you must go into this process with an open heart and willingness to accommodate. Communication is key, and you must be upfront with everything you are feeling. There is no wrong answer, but you must be honest so that you are matched with people who think most like you. It makes all the difference. Love the process, create the bonds, and go all in! If you're considering becoming a surrogate, I would love to guide you through this process and answer any questions you may have.
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