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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

Advisory | Surrogacy

Warning on the importance of engaging in ethical international surrogacy arrangements

Warning on the importance of engaging in ethical international surrogacy arrangements Growing Families supports the European Parliament’s recent resolution amending its directive on preventing and combating trafficking in human beings, including any ...

Tuesday, 4 June 2024

Legal | Surrogacy | Surrogacy in the USA

Legal Considerations for International Intended Parents

The Not-So-United States The United States is rightfully recognized as the safest and most expeditious venue for surrogacy, which is why Intended Parents from around the world come here to ...

Monday, 1 April 2024

Surrogacy | Surrogacy in Australia

Surrogacy Research and Advocacy

Growing Families were involved in a research study. Australian intended parents’ decision-making and characteristics and outcomes of surrogacy arrangements completed in Australia and Overseas. Some Australian intended parents engage internationally ...

Wednesday, 14 February 2024

Surrogacy | Surrogacy in Georgia

Surrogacy in Georgia to Continue

Despite a government announcement in 2023 of discomfort with the growing demand for surrogacy in Georgia, the government has declined to make any changes to current Georgian laws allowing surrogacy ...

Tuesday, 13 February 2024

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 ...

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 ...

Warning on the importance of engaging in ethical international surrogacy arrangements

Warning on the importance of engaging in ethical international surrogacy arrangements Growing Families supports the European Parliament’s recent resolution amending its directive on preventing and combating trafficking in human beings, including any ...

Legal Considerations for International Intended Parents

The Not-So-United States The United States is rightfully recognized as the safest and most expeditious venue for surrogacy, which is why Intended Parents from around the world come here to ...

Surrogacy Research and Advocacy

Growing Families were involved in a research study. Australian intended parents’ decision-making and characteristics and outcomes of surrogacy arrangements completed in Australia and Overseas. Some Australian intended parents engage internationally ...

Surrogacy in Georgia to Continue

Despite a government announcement in 2023 of discomfort with the growing demand for surrogacy in Georgia, the government has declined to make any changes to current Georgian laws allowing surrogacy ...

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