Gabrielle Union’s golden tribute to daughter Kaavia James on her 7th birthday is pure magic. “Thank you for choosing us,” the actress wrote on Instagram, sharing radiant photos with husband Dwyane Wade and their “golden” girl. After years of infertility and heartbreaking IVF cycles, Union embraced surrogacy—and found not just...
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12 Supportive Phrases Every Intended Parent Needs to Hear
Surrogacy is a journey of love, complexity, and courage, and the right words can anchor Intended Parents through joy and grief. At Conceptual Options, we’ve guided families since 1999, and we echo these affirmations—because every Intended Parent deserves to feel seen, validated, and celebrated. “Your path to Parenthood is valid.”There’s...
The Power of Surprise: Amanda Warsavsky’s Secret Surrogacy Journey
Amanda Warsavsky’s heartwarming reveal of baby Olive—kept secret until her arrival—captured millions on TikTok, showcasing surrogacy’s magic. After 10 pregnancy losses, including miscarriages and an ectopic, Warsavsky and her husband turned to surrogacy for their third daughter. “We decided not to tell anyone until we had a safe baby,” she...
Prioritizing Self-Care as a Surrogate as the Holidays Approach
The holiday season is a time of joy, family gatherings, and celebration—but for Surrogates, it can also bring added emotional and physical demands. As you carry a precious gift for Intended Parents, practicing self-care is essential to nurture your well-being and ensure a healthy pregnancy. Conceptual Options, your trusted partner...
Jordana Abraham’s Surrogacy Journey Inspires with Conceptual Options
Influencer and Betches co-founder, Jordana Abraham, is expecting two daughters—one through her own pregnancy and one via surrogacy, due just 12 days apart. Her story captures the emotional resilience of family-building. Shared on her Baby Steps podcast (October 23, 2025, People), Abraham’s journey through four years of fertility struggles, including...
Celebrating Family Growth: Shane McAnally’s Surrogacy Journey Inspires with Conceptual Options
Hit songwriter Shane McAnally and his husband, Michael Baum, are set to welcome their third child, a baby boy, via surrogacy, as shared in a heartfelt Country Now interview. At 51, McAnally defies societal norms, embracing a "nontraditional family" with their 12-year-old twins, Dylan and Dash. After relocating to Santa...
Inspiring Surrogacy Success Stories: Real Families, Real Miracles with Conceptual Options
Surrogacy success stories remind us that love, resilience, and compassion can turn dreams into reality. At Conceptual Options, we've witnessed countless families grow through surrogacy since 1999, and these tales from around the world echo the joy we help create every day. With the social stigma behind surrogacy waning, let's...
Trump’s IVF Executive Order: A Milestone for Family-Building
On February 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Expanding Access to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)," marking a significant step toward making fertility treatments more accessible and affordable for American families. This order directs the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy to submit policy recommendations...
Growing Your Family Through Surrogacy with Conceptual Options
Surrogacy offers a transformative path to parenthood for those facing infertility, same-sex couples, or single individuals, and Conceptual Options, a trusted agency since 1999, is here to make that dream a reality. Inspired by discussions around global surrogacy policies, like Slovakia’s recent ban on commercial surrogacy, we celebrate the inclusive,...
Navigating Global Surrogacy Trends with Conceptual Options
Recent news from Slovakia, where the parliament passed laws banning commercial surrogacy and same-sex adoption, highlights the diverse global landscape of family-building regulations. This legislation emphasizes traditional family structures, prioritizing children’s stability in opposite-sex married households. While controversial, it underscores the need for accessible, ethical surrogacy options in regions like...
Five Tips for a Healthy Surrogacy Pregnancy
Embarking on a surrogacy journey is an incredible experience filled with purpose, love, and care. At Conceptual Options, we know that maintaining a healthy pregnancy is vital—not only for the baby’s development but also for your own well-being as a Surrogate. Here are our top five tips to help ensure...
Five Reasons to Consider Becoming a Surrogate Today with Conceptual Options
In 2025, Surrogacy is more accessible and rewarding than ever. Conceptual Options, a trusted agency since 1999, empowers women to embark on this life-changing journey. Here are the top five reasons to consider becoming a gestational surrogate today: 1. Substantial Financial Rewards Surrogacy offers significant compensation. At Conceptual Options, our...
The Importance of a Case Manager During Your Surrogacy Journey
Our Case Managers at Conceptual Options play a pivotal role in guiding Surrogates and Intended Parents through the surrogacy journey, ensuring a seamless, supportive, and ethical process. Their responsibilities encompass coordination, communication, and emotional support, tailored to the unique needs of both parties. For Surrogates Personalized Guidance and Coordination Process...
Millie Bobby Brown’s Adoption Journey Inspires with Conceptual Options
Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown, 21, and husband Jake Bongiovi, 23, recently announced on Instagram their joy in welcoming their first child, a baby girl, through adoption this summer. The couple, married in May 2024 after meeting on Instagram in 2021, shared their excitement for this “beautiful next chapter”...
Surrogacy’s Rise to Mainstream: A 26-Year Journey with Conceptual Options
Two decades ago, surrogacy was a little-known option, often shrouded in mystery and stigma. Today, it’s a celebrated path to parenthood, embraced by diverse families worldwide. Conceptual Options, a leader in surrogacy since 1999, has played a pivotal role in this transformation, making surrogacy mainstream through expertise, compassion, and innovation....