Gestational Carrier
For individuals and couples who are unable to carry a pregnancy, working with a gestational carrier (sometimes referred to as a surrogate) offers the opportunity to build a family. IVF Florida provides expert guidance and compassionate care from embryo creation to transfer and ongoing coordination with the carrier.
Our team works closely with several experienced agencies, legal professionals, and support providers to ensure a thoughtful, seamless experience for intended parents.
We also work with individuals or couples who want to use a known gestational carrier.
What is a gestational carrier?
A gestational carrier is a person who carries and delivers a baby for intended parents but does not have a genetic connection to the child. The embryo is created through in vitro fertilization (IVF) using eggs and sperm from the intended parents or donors. That embryo is then transferred to the gestational carrier’s uterus.
Who may benefit from working with a gestational carrier?
Gestational carrier arrangements may be considered when:
What does the gestational carrier process involve?
The process of working with a gestational carrier includes multiple steps, all carefully coordinated by IVF Florida’s third-party reproduction team.
Key steps include:
Step 1
Embryo creation
Step 2
Carrier selection
Step 3
Legal agreements
Step 4
Cycle coordination
Step 5
Embryo transfer
Step 6
Pregnancy care
Step 1
Embryo creation
Embryos are created through IVF using the intended parent’s or donor’s eggs and sperm.
Step 2
Carrier selection
Patients work with a reputable agency, like the Center for Surrogate Parenting, to identify a qualified, medically screened gestational carrier.
Step 3
Legal agreements
All parties enter into a legal contract outlining rights, responsibilities, and expectations. IVF Florida can provide referrals to legal experts in reproductive law.
Step 4
Cycle coordination
Once medically cleared, the carrier begins a treatment cycle to prepare the uterus for embryo transfer.
Step 5
Embryo transfer
A previously created embryo is transferred to the carrier’s uterus in a simple outpatient procedure.
Step 6
Pregnancy care
Once pregnancy is confirmed, the carrier receives obstetrical care, while the intended parents receive regular updates and remain involved in the journey.
Some patients may also choose to freeze embryos for future use or undergo preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to screen embryos for genetic conditions.
Our expert care ensures every step of your IVF journey is personalized and informed.
Success rates
Success rates for gestational carrier cycles are influenced by embryo quality, the age of the egg source, and the health of the carrier. IVF Florida works with experienced carriers and uses proven IVF protocols to support excellent outcomes for intended parents.
Start your family-building journey
If you’re considering working with a gestational carrier, we’re here to help you take the next step with confidence.
Schedule a consultation to learn more.