Preparing for the first surrogacy meeting is a little easier with these tips

Whether you’re a gestational surrogate or an intended parent, the surrogacy match meeting is an exciting time. As a surrogate, you get to meet the individual or couple that you’ll help on their journey to parenthood. As an intended parent, you’re getting introduced to the generous woman who will carry your precious baby.

In addition to feeling excited, it’s normal to also feel some butterflies. Meeting the person(s) who will so profoundly change your life is an important milestone. The good news is Les Petits Surrogacy^® has tips for preparing for the first surrogacy meeting.

What are some tips to help with preparing for the first surrogacy meeting?

When it comes to the first surrogacy match meeting, a little preparation can go a long way. Before you introduce yourself to your potential surrogate or intended parent(s), consider these tips for preparing for the first surrogacy meeting.

• Take time to prepare before the meeting. Review the surrogate’s or intended parents’ profile. Then, create a list of questions and gather the information you want to share.
• Discuss your hopes and expectations about communication. The first meeting is a great time to discuss how often you’d like to communicate and how you’d like to connect, whether it’s in-person, over the phone, through text or using video calls.
• Be curious, honest and attentive. Think of this meeting like getting to know a new friend. Ask questions, listen attentively and be willing to share about yourself, while keeping the tone of the conversation inquisitive yet light.
• Avoid talking about money and legal specifics. Your surrogacy agency will help you both handle the financial and legal sides of surrogacy. That means you don’t have to address these topics during the first surrogacy match meeting.

Finally, try not to stress. Although it’s common to be a little nervous at this first meeting, the other person just wants to get to know you. Keep in mind that your potential surrogate or intended parent(s) are probably a little anxious, too. Being yourself can help ease the tension.

What does the first surrogacy match meeting look like at Les Petits Surrogacy?

When you find a potential match, Les Petits Surrogacy organizes and facilitates the first surrogacy match meeting. This initial meeting with your potential match will occur on a video call. A team member from Les Petits Surrogacy will also be on this call to provide guidance and support.

The purpose of this call is to get the information you need to decide if you want to move forward on your surrogacy journey with this match.

• If it’s a good fit, the surrogate and intended parents move forward with the legal, financial and medical sides of surrogacy. Our team will guide you through every step.
• If it isn’t a match, we will work closely with you to find the perfect surrogate or intended parent(s) for you.

If you have more questions about preparing for the first surrogacy meeting, Les Petits Surrogacy is here to help. Contact us to learn more and take the first step on your surrogacy journey.