Initial Consultations

• Initial Advice: We provide intended parents with comprehensive advice on maternity processes and the entire surrogacy journey, ensuring they understand each step involved.
• Explanation of Regulations: We clarify relevant regulations in Colombia, including key human rights considerations and recent Constitutional Court Decisions, for compliance and transparency.
• Human Rights Framework: We discuss the protection of family rights under the Political Constitution of Colombia and the rights of unborn children under international human rights frameworks, highlighting our commitment to ethical practices.
• Resources for Identifying Surrogates: We outline the resources and support systems provided by our partners, including agencies, medical professionals, and legal advisors, to help intended parents find a suitable surrogate.

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Legal Document Preparation

• Custody of Samples: Our legal partners prepare the necessary documents for the care and custody of biological samples if required, ensuring all legal aspects are covered.
• Contracts: Legal experts draft agreements that clearly outline the responsibilities and rights of all parties involved, providing a secure foundation for the surrogacy process.

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Surrogate Selection and Screening

• Identifying Candidates: Partner foundations and social workers help us to find a surrogate who meets the requirements of partnered fertility clinics.
• Initial Interviews: Professionals conduct thorough interviews and psychological assessments to carefully select suitable surrogate candidates, ensuring they are well-prepared for the journey.
• Screening and Agreements: Selected candidates undergo detailed screenings. Agreements with surrogates are finalized, clearly outlining expectations and responsibilities.

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Medical Evaluations

• Medical Testing: Our medical partners perform extensive evaluations and tests to confirm the surrogate’s ability to carry a successful pregnancy, ensuring her health and readiness.
• Genetic Testing: Genetic testing is performed to screen for hereditary diseases and to help with the selection of healthy embryos. This process is conducted with the intention of minimizing the risk of genetic disorders in future offspring.
• PGT-A Testing: Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy (PGT-A) is conducted to evaluate the chromosomal health and viability of embryos. This testing helps identify embryos with the correct number of chromosomes, increasing the chances of a successful pregnancy and reducing the risk of genetic abnormalities.
• Psychological Evaluation: Surrogates undergo thorough psychological evaluations to assess their mental and emotional health, as well as their motivations for participating in the surrogacy process. These evaluations help confirm that surrogates are prepared for the responsibilities and emotional aspects of surrogacy, fostering a positive experience for both the surrogate and the intended parents.

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Meeting and Matching

• Meet and Greet: Intended parents and surrogates meet to make sure everyone is compatible and establish a positive relationship, fostering trust and communication.
• Final Match: Once a suitable match is confirmed, both parties agree to proceed with the surrogacy journey, setting the stage for a successful partnership.

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Embryo Transfer and Pregnancy

• IVF Procedure: Fertility clinics coordinate the fertilization of eggs and the transfer of embryos to surrogates using advanced reproductive technologies.
• Pregnancy Confirmation: Pregnancy tests are conducted to confirm successful implantation.

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Pregnancy and Monitoring

• Prenatal Care: Surrogates receive prenatal care through medical teams.
• Regular Reporting: Updates are provided to intended parents, keeping them informed throughout the pregnancy.

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Birth and Postpartum Legal Steps

• Birth Preparation: Coordination with healthcare providers for delivery preparations.
• Documentation: Assistance is provided for the preparation of birth certificates and necessary travel documents for the newborns.
• DNA Testing: Arrangements are made for DNA tests to establish parental links.
• Judicial Process: If needed, support is provided in the judicial process of challenging maternity through legal partners.

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Continuous Legal Advice

• Ongoing Support: Continuous legal advice is available throughout the surrogacy process, ensuring legal matters are addressed.
• Updates: Updates are provided on changes in regulations or laws that may affect surrogacy in Colombia.

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