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Colombia is widely seen as one of the most accessible surrogacy destinations in the world. It is open to same-sex couples, single parents, and international intended parents, which makes it especially attractive to families who may face restrictions elsewhere.

The holiday season often highlights what’s missing in our lives, especially for intended parents awaiting a child. I know that holidays can intensify that feeling of loss, longing, or pressure, even among all those festive celebrations.  I know you worry, but I want to tell you that it’s natural to feel a mix of anticipation, hope, and frustration during this time. 

December can feel busy and fraught with pressure, especially for intended parents still waiting for a baby. Instead of treating year-end as a deadline, view it as a chance to breathe and recharge. The holidays can be bittersweet for those on this journey. So, I believe that taking time for self-care helps manage all that stress and embrace the December season on your terms. This December, give yourself permission to slow down, step away from endless to-do lists, and simply BE

Starting the surrogacy process can bring waves of hope and anxiety. I’m Olga Pysana, an independent international surrogacy consultant, and I’ve supported many intended parents through exactly this journey. Although I’m not a therapist, I want to share what I’ve learned about the emotions that often arise. Every feeling you have is valid, and it can help to know you’re not alone. Let’s walk through some of the common challenges and coping strategies together.

Surrogacy journeys often come with a whirlwind of paperwork, phone calls, messages, and constant decision-making. It’s easy to become so wrapped up in the process that you “can’t seem to remember who you were” before your quest to have a baby began. 

“Sometimes the kindest thing you can do for yourself is to stop forcing your body into yet another round of fertility treatments and consider an option that might actually give you a higher chance of success.  Embryo donation or double donation isn’t failing – it’s a thoughtful, loving decision that can move you toward parenthood faster and with less emotional strain.”

Building your family through surrogacy is an exciting yet complex journey. One of the earliest and most important decisions is choosing a reputable surrogacy agency or provider to work with.

International surrogacy is a complex journey that includes being aware and knowing the baseline of different laws, medical practices, and cultural norms. It can feel overwhelming because you, as an intended parent, must navigate different languages, cultural differences, specific legal requirements, costs, medical procedures, emotional hurdles… All of it, often in foreign countries!

Georgia continues to be one of the most in-demand surrogacy destinations in Eurasia,  thanks to its stable legal framework and established fertility infrastructure.  By 2023, the number of babies born via surrogate in Georgia roughly doubled compared to five years prior, reaching on the order of 2,000 births per year.