Imagine this: after years of hoping, waiting, and maybe even heartbreak, you finally hold your baby, your biological miracle, thanks to the incredible gift of surrogacy. That moment? Pure magic. And for so many families, Conceptual Options has been the trusted partner turning those dreams into reality since 1999. If...
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Embarking on a Discreet Surrogacy Journey: Becoming an Intended Parent with Conceptual Options
In today's world, building a family through surrogacy offers hope to those facing infertility, same-sex couples, or individuals seeking parenthood. For Intended Parents prioritizing discretion, privacy, and confidentiality, Conceptual Options—a trusted surrogacy agency since 1999—provides a seamless, protected path. We ensure your journey remains confidential and discreet while delivering expert...
Keeping Your New Year’s Resolution: Make 2026 the Year You Help Build Families with Conceptual Options
As we settle into January 2026, many of us are reflecting on the resolutions we made just days ago. Gym memberships are still fresh, healthy meal plans are underway and promises to save more money or spend quality time with loved ones fill our planners. But what if this year’s...
Embracing New Beginnings: Making Surrogacy Your 2026 New Year’s Resolution
As the clock stroked midnight on January 1, 2026, millions around the world have toasted to fresh starts and ambitious goals. Whether it's hitting the gym, learning a new skill, or prioritizing self-care, New Year's resolutions are all about positive change. But what if your resolution could transform not just...
Make 2026 Your Year of Giving: Why Becoming a Surrogate with Conceptual Options is Perfect for Your Family
As we welcome 2026, many of us are setting New Year’s resolutions focused on personal growth, financial goals, and acts of kindness. What if this year, you chose a resolution that combines all three? Becoming a Surrogate with Conceptual Options, a trusted surrogacy agency since 1999, could be the most...
Celebrating the Holidays: Joy, Traditions, and Love in LGB Families
The holiday season is a time of warmth, lights, and togetherness. A magical period when families gather to create lasting memories. For LGB families, many of whom have built their dreams of parenthood through surrogacy and egg donation this time of year holds extra significance. At Conceptual Options, we've had...
Exploring Conceptual Options: Why Surrogate Compensation is More Than Just a Paycheck
In the evolving landscape of family building, surrogacy has become a beacon of hope for many aspiring parents. At the forefront of this journey stands Conceptual Options, a premier surrogacy agency based in San Diego, California. Founded in 1999, Conceptual Options has assisted hundreds of families worldwide, specializing in surrogacy...
Stress-Free Holiday Break Planning for Surrogates (and Your Kids!) with Conceptual Options
School’s out, the tree is up, and you’re 20–38 weeks pregnant with someone else’s miracle. The last thing you need is a Pinterest-perfect meltdown. At Conceptual Options, we’ve helped thousands of surrogates turn December chaos into cozy joy—here’s the exact playbook our surrogates swear by. Step 1: Lock in your...
Savannah’s Gestational Surrogacy Story: Inspiration with Conceptual Options
Savannah's journey into gestational surrogacy began with a profound sense of purpose. As shared in Illume Fertility's heartfelt blog, after three successful pregnancies, she felt called to help others. "I wanted to give the gift of family to someone who couldn't experience it themselves," she reflects. Matched with a couple...
IRS Ruling on IVF Deductions: What It Means for Surrogacy Families with Conceptual Options
A recent IRS Letter Ruling (202518023, May 2025) clarifies medical expense deductions under Sec. 213, approving unreimbursed IVF costs while denying those for surrogacy. As reported in The Tax Adviser (November 2025), this guidance helps Intended Parents navigate tax implications amid rising fertility costs. Under Sec. 213, taxpayers can deduct...
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....