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Community | Surrogacy

Meet the People Within Our Community

At Growing Families, we’re more than just a company. We’re a community built on love, resilience, and a shared mission to make family-building a reality for those who need it ...

Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Surrogacy

The Surrogacy Journey: From Uncertainty to Family

For anyone considering surrogacy, the journey starts with a mix of hope, anticipation, and a fair bit of uncertainty. Knowing what lies ahead can help make the process feel more ...

Monday, 1 September 2025

Surrogacy

The Heart of Surrogacy: What Motivates Surrogates to Carry for Others

When you’re starting to explore surrogacy, it’s natural for a hundred questions to swirl in your mind. Who will carry my baby? Will they care for them the way I hope? What ...

Monday, 25 August 2025

International Surrogacy | Surrogacy

The Community Is Thriving! Reflections from our National Conference – Melbourne 2025

There’s something truly special about being in a space filled with people determined to create family, not just for themselves, but for others too. This past weekend’s National Conference in ...

Tuesday, 29 July 2025

Surrogacy

So Who Is Sam Everingham, Really?

For 14 years, I’ve worked quietly but relentlessly to improve access to safe, ethical surrogacy in Australia and around the world. My journey into this work began with a deeply ...

Tuesday, 6 May 2025

Surrogacy | Surrogacy in Ghana

From Germany to Mexico to Ghana – One Father’s Odyssey to Building Family

Ten weeks ago, Growing Families discovered a longtime colleague in the fertility sector – Florian Joos – who had a story to tell. Why Mexico? But Mexico was also becoming ...

Wednesday, 28 August 2024

Legal | Surrogacy

Legal Pitfalls of Surrogacy You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Navigating surrogacy across borders can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to understanding the intricate legal landscape. Without proper guidance, intended parents may find themselves entangled in legal ...

Friday, 23 August 2024

Surrogacy | Surrogacy in Ireland

Choosing the Right Surrogacy Agency Abroad: A Guide for Irish Citizens

Embarking on the journey of international surrogacy is a significant decision for many Irish citizens. Central to this decision is the selection of a reputable surrogacy agency. This guide aims ...

Wednesday, 10 July 2024

Surrogacy | Surrogacy in Ireland

Exploring Surrogacy for Irish Citizens

Surrogacy in Ireland operates within a unique legal context. Ireland lacks specific legislation on surrogacy, resulting in existing laws recognizing only the biological father as a legal parent. This legal ambiguity complicates the process for intended parents who face uncertainties about their rights.

Tuesday, 2 July 2024

Surrogacy | Surrogacy in Ireland

Surrogacy Abroad – What Irish Citizens Need to Know

Since Growing Families ran its first education event in Ireland in 2016 for infertile couples looking at donor or surrogacy pathways, the landscape has changed massively. Back then many were ...

Wednesday, 26 June 2024

Surrogacy

Meet the People Within Our Community

At Growing Families, we’re more than just a company. We’re a community built on love, resilience, and a shared mission to make family-building a reality for those who need it ...

The Surrogacy Journey: From Uncertainty to Family

For anyone considering surrogacy, the journey starts with a mix of hope, anticipation, and a fair bit of uncertainty. Knowing what lies ahead can help make the process feel more ...

The Heart of Surrogacy: What Motivates Surrogates to Carry for Others

When you’re starting to explore surrogacy, it’s natural for a hundred questions to swirl in your mind. Who will carry my baby? Will they care for them the way I hope? What ...

The Community Is Thriving! Reflections from our National Conference – Melbourne 2025

There’s something truly special about being in a space filled with people determined to create family, not just for themselves, but for others too. This past weekend’s National Conference in ...

So Who Is Sam Everingham, Really?

For 14 years, I’ve worked quietly but relentlessly to improve access to safe, ethical surrogacy in Australia and around the world. My journey into this work began with a deeply ...

From Germany to Mexico to Ghana – One Father’s Odyssey to Building Family

Ten weeks ago, Growing Families discovered a longtime colleague in the fertility sector – Florian Joos – who had a story to tell. Why Mexico? But Mexico was also becoming ...

Legal Pitfalls of Surrogacy You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Navigating surrogacy across borders can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to understanding the intricate legal landscape. Without proper guidance, intended parents may find themselves entangled in legal ...

Choosing the Right Surrogacy Agency Abroad: A Guide for Irish Citizens

Embarking on the journey of international surrogacy is a significant decision for many Irish citizens. Central to this decision is the selection of a reputable surrogacy agency. This guide aims ...

Exploring Surrogacy for Irish Citizens

Surrogacy Abroad – What Irish Citizens Need to Know

Since Growing Families ran its first education event in Ireland in 2016 for infertile couples looking at donor or surrogacy pathways, the landscape has changed massively. Back then many were ...

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