Wish For a Baby

Join us for an insightful session on Guaranteed Surrogacy Programs, hosted by Tammuz Family. With financial peace of mind and unlimited attempts built into these programs, Steven—himself a proud dad of two via surrogacy—will reveal how these unique offerings can take the stress and uncertainties out of your journey. Learn insider tips on choosing the right program, what guarantees really mean, and how to navigate the complexities of surrogacy with confidence. Whether you’re just starting or exploring new options, this session offers valuable knowledge to help you make informed decisions. If you’re serious about building your family, this is the must-attend session of the day! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain clarity and confidence in your surrogacy journey.

· Title: Part 1 - US Family Building: Egg Donation and Surrogacy – Step by Step Medical Guide (Dr Susanna Park) - 15 minutes

o Pre-cycle testing and sperm freezing

o Embryo creation process

o Key considerations for intended parents

o Egg donor screening and selection

o Preimplantation genetic testing

o Surrogate screening and care

o Collaborating with a US Fertility Clinic

o Understanding timelines and process

· Part 2: My Journey to Parenthood through IVF and Surrogacy (Anna Buxton, mother through surrogacy and patient liaison at San Diego Fertility Center)

o My journey from UK - India - Canada - US/San Diego Fertility Center - and finally, to my three children

o What to expect from your clinic and agency and managing communications

o How it feels to watch someone else grow your baby

o What I learnt from my own journey and now having supported 100s

o What would I do differently?

Assisted reproductive treatments using donor sperm or eggs provide more people than ever the opportunity to become parents. If you are single, in a same-sex relationship, or have medical issues that prevent pregnancy and are considering using a donor to conceive, know that you are not alone—this approach to becoming a parent is becoming increasingly common.

However, this is a significant step, and there are many decisions to make and factors to consider, both practical and emotional. Dr. Anne Clark has extensive experience with donor-conceived fertility treatments and will cover essential information for those embarking on the journey to parenthood. Topics will include finding a donor, current laws, pre-implantation genetic testing, and the IVF process.

We will provide guidance on the medical screening and approval process for egg donors and surrogates. Additionally, we'll review the steps and timelines involved when working with egg donors and surrogates.

Barnardos will provide an overview of why children come into foster care, the different types of foster care, and pathways to creating a permanent family including open adoption. Adoptive father, Simon, will then share his journey to becoming a parent – from applying to Barnardos, being placed initially with one child and then his brother, what open adoption looks like for his sons, and life post adoption.