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U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship
What the supreme court rejected The U.S. The Supreme Court has upheld birthright citizenship in

Olympic Champion Alysa Liu and Her Father’s Surrogacy Story
Learn how Olympic champion Alysa Liu’s family story shows how surrogacy supports single parents in

Jeff Hu Shares Insights on Rising Surrogacy Costs in The Wall Street Journal
SurrogateFirst CEO Jeff Hu was featured in The Wall Street Journal discussing rising surrogacy costs

Jeff Hu on Responsible Surrogacy Financing: Media Coverage
Explore how SurrogateFirst CEO Jeff Hu has stood up for trust and transparency in surrogacy
Taking the pulse of Surrogacy
Exclusive surrogacy reports
Twice a year, we conduct industry-wide survey to keep you up to speed with the latest surrogacy trends.

Agency vs. Independent Surrogacy in the US
Compare surrogate satisfaction, compensation, support, match times, and postpartum outcomes between agency-managed and independent surrogacy journeys based on our 2023 survey data.

Infertility Benefits at Work: 2025 Survey Trends
How do infertility, IVF & surrogacy benefits shape the 2025 job market? Our survey shows 90% of employees link coverage to loyalty.
Our Surroblog
All our articles are written by experienced surrogates, intended parents and people who have been on the same journey you are on now.
Gestational vs Traditional Surrogacy
Learn the key differences between gestational and traditional surrogacy, including genetics, pros, cons, and cost. Find out which path is right for your family.
Commercial vs Altruistic Surrogacy
Learn the main differences between commercial and altruistic surrogacy: definition of each, cost, pros and cons. Decide which one is right for you.
Illinois Equality for Every Family Act: A Guide for Intended Parents and Surrogates
Learn more about how Illinois’ Equality for Every Family Act simplifies surrogacy access, protects surrogates and clarifies legal parentage for intended parents.
International Surrogacy Comparison 2026: 5 Countries Compared
Compare international surrogacy in the USA, Canada, Mexico, Georgia, and Ukraine across legality, costs, same-sex access, and surrogate wellbeing.
Florida Surrogacy Foreign Ban Explained: What Families Need to Know About HB 905
HB 905, Florida’s surrogacy foreign ban, introduces new surrogacy restrictions. Learn who may be affected, available options, and what families should know.
Should I be a surrogate?
Should you become a surrogate? Learn the qualifications, risks, compensation, and emotional factors to consider before starting your journey.
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