Starting an out of state fertility journey is not only emotionally draining – it’s travel that no one prepares you for. You are either exploring IVF and surrogacy or left wondering whether a guaranteed surrogacy program is right for you. Most OCI couples walk into their first consultation already battling with confusion and sadness. At Ekmi Fertility, we’ve seen enough to know your pain. Let’s see the five mistakes OCI couples make before they even begin their surrogacy journey.
1. Googling Cost Instead of Value
For almost all couples who start research – it is either cost of surrogacy in India or surrogate mother cost for OCI couples. Totally understandable. However, two clinics may offer the same surrogacy packages while delivering completely different services. It had counselling and a healthy surrogate. The other is giving a base, with add-ons behind it.
Before asking “how much,” ask:
- What does a no cost surrogacy program actually consist of?
- Is the surrogate included in our insurance and paid?
- Costs of OCI documentation legal fees
2. How to Choose a Clinic by its Website Looks
Beautifully designed website, pay slip ads – that does not make a top surrogacy clinic? You actually need a fertility specialist, one who understands the medical side but also absolutely needs to know how sensitive OCI cases can be too. Ask whether they have experience with intended parents from overseas. What is the number of OCI couples they have worked with and how do they define success.
3. Ignoring Surrogacy Laws
Indian legal frame has made significant changes to some of the laws in India, surrogacy being among them surrogacy. Commercial surrogacy is not allowed in India, only altruistic surrogacy is allowed. A good surrogacy doctor will take you through the legal procedure before they do anything.
4. When you Disregard a Physical Examination Before the Trip
It is easy to want to fly in and just “get started.” But then there are some couples who reach India and find that their hormone levels, semen analysis or uterine lining report is expired or not formatted as per the guidelines followed by Indian clinics. A fertility doctor online appointment prior to your visit will save you weeks. If IVF and surrogacy is your future, then it can help obtain a more realistic expectation of how it will go.
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5. Not Asking About the Guaranteed Surrogacy Program
This is one of the most frequently asked questions, but very few couples who have not been in a similar situation even ask it. The main aim of guaranteed surrogacy programs is to have a commitment and clear plan for the number of attempts, so that it is a structured program. You should bring it up, if your clinic does not.
We know what hope you are bringing into this. At Ekmi Fertility every conversation begins with listening – not quoting. Your team should be showing you the potholes to avoid not handing you a brochure.
FAQs
Q: What are the current surrogacy laws in India for OCI cardholders?
Commercial surrogacy is not permitted. Your initial step should be to see a surrogacy doctor who is aware of all the laws and can examine each case as an individual one.
Q: What is the estimated cost of surrogacy for an OCI holder in India?
The average cost of surrogacy varies mainly depending on package and what services it includes.
Q: Why consider surrogacy and not IVF?
Most of the time IVF is first tried if a woman can physically carry the pregnancy herself. Surrogacy is an option when carrying a pregnancy involves health risks or is medically impossible.
Q: What is a guaranteed surrogacy program, and should OCI couples opt for it?
A normal surrogacy package provides for only 1 cycle which guarantees no outcome. In the unfortunate event of a miscarriage, our guaranteed surrogacy program includes unlimited embryo transfers at no extra cost.
To know more Call 9319737070 or email us at info@ekmifertility.com