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Surrogacy and Donors &
Intended Parents
The journey of assisted reproduction can be an intricate and emotional process. It's a journey filled with hope, resilience, and the promise of new beginnings. At Seeds Of Hope, we understand the significance of third-party psychological evaluations for egg and sperm donors and gestational carriers, and how they play a pivotal role in your path to parenthood.
Third-party psychological evaluations are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the mental and emotional well-being of individuals who are crucial to the assisted reproductive process, including egg and sperm donors, as well as gestational carriers. These evaluations help ensure that all parties involved are mentally and emotionally prepared for the complexities and responsibilities that come with their roles.
Who Needs These Screenings/Consultations?
Intended Parents
This consultation is an opportunity for recipients and intended parents to explore their emotions, discuss concerns and receive education, so that you can comfortably approach your path to parenthood in a more thoughtful and insightful manner”.
Egg and Sperm Donors
Donors play an essential role in the assisted reproduction process, and their psychological well-being is integral to the success of your journey. Psychological evaluations for donors help assess their motivations, mental health, and emotional stability to ensure that they are fully prepared for the experience.
Gestational Carriers
The mental and emotional well-being of gestational carriers is equally vital, as they will carry and nurture your future child. These evaluations assess their psychological readiness for the emotional challenges that can arise during pregnancy and childbirth, ensuring a smoother and more supportive experience for everyone involved.
Intended Parent Consultations
We also offer consultations for intended parents, where we address your concerns, provide guidance on selecting suitable donors or gestational carriers, and support you in understanding the psychological evaluations. Our goal is to ensure that you are well-informed and emotionally prepared for this incredible journey.
This consultation is an opportunity for recipients and intended parents to explore their emotions, discuss concerns and receive education, so that you can comfortably approach your path to parenthood in a more thoughtful and insightful manner. Some of the topics addressed during this consultation include:
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Emotional readiness in using a donor/gestational carrier to build your family
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Exploring the grief and loss of genetics and the biological connection
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Recommendations for disclosure including current research
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Discuss readiness of using a gamete donor
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Relationship issues that may arise
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Future concerns for the donor conceived child
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Complexities of using a family member or friend to build your family expectations, boundaries and communication with identification release donors
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Disclosing the use of a donor to the child, family and friends
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Emotional challenges of treatment outcomes, success or failure
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Decision-making issues related to donor selection and embryo disposition.
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Topics specific to single parents, same-sex couples, and couples or individuals who are expanding their family through donor gametes
What to expect during
donor and surrogacy screening.
Psychological screening for surrogacy and gamete donation is a crucial step in the process, designed to ensure that individuals are emotionally and mentally prepared for the responsibilities and challenges they may face. The purpose of this screening is to evaluate the psychological health and stability of potential surrogates and donors, assess their motivations, and ensure they have a solid support system in place. This comprehensive evaluation helps to safeguard the well-being of all parties involved, including the surrogate or donor, the intended parents, and the resulting child.
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Administration of standardized psychological tests
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Detailed questions about personal, family, and medical history.
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Assessment of motivations for becoming a surrogate or donor.
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Evaluation of emotional stability and readiness.
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Administration of standardized psychological tests
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Discussion about the surrogate's or donor's support network, including family and friends.
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Interview with partner or spouse, if applicable, to gauge their support.
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Screening for any past or current mental health conditions.
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Evaluation of stress management abilities and coping strategies.
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Review of understanding of the medical, emotional, and legal implications.
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Discussion of legal and ethical considerations, including rights and responsibilities.
