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Becoming a surrogate is a remarkable and selfless act that requires both physical and emotional commitment. The decision to carry a child for another family is not taken lightly, and there are several factors that can impact a gestational carrier’s ability to have a healthy and successful pregnancy. One of the most important aspects of surrogacy is maintaining a healthy weight, as it can have significant effects on both the surrogate’s health and the baby’s well-being.
Enhancing Embryo Transfer Success
Surrogates undergo a rigorous medical evaluation before being accepted into a surrogacy program. One of the factors assessed during this process is the surrogate’s weight. Maintaining a healthy weight can help improve embryo transfer cycle outcomes by making it easier for the clinic to regulate hormones. Both the surrogate and the intended parents benefit when the process is as smooth and successful as possible, and a healthy weight can increase the likelihood of a positive outcome.
Minimizing Pregnancy Complications
A healthy weight is essential for reducing the risk of pregnancy-related complications. Excess weight or being underweight can increase the likelihood of conditions such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and high blood pressure. These conditions can be dangerous for both the gestational carrier and the baby, leading to preterm labor, low birth weight, or even the need for a cesarean section. By maintaining a healthy weight, a surrogate can reduce the risks of these complications and ensure a smoother, safer pregnancy.
Easier Postpartum Recovery
After the pregnancy, the surrogate’s body will need time to recover. A healthy weight can lead to a smoother recovery process, both physically and emotionally. Maintaining a healthy body composition before and during pregnancy helps minimize the strain on the body, reducing the risks of excessive weight gain that can lead to long-term health issues like joint pain, excessive fatigue, and difficulty returning to pre-pregnancy health.
Long-Term Health Benefits
Maintaining a healthy weight is not just about ensuring a successful surrogacy journey but also about maintaining long-term health. A balanced weight helps reduce the risks of chronic conditions such as heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Being in good overall health benefits both the surrogate and the child, as it increases the likelihood of a longer, healthier life after the pregnancy.
Surrogacy is a gift to those who are unable to carry a child themselves, but it’s a process that requires careful attention to a surrogate’s physical health. Maintaining a healthy weight is an essential part of this, helping to reduce complications during pregnancy, ensuring the health of the baby, and promoting a smoother recovery afterward.
At Hawaii Surrogacy we encourage surrogates to maintain a body mass index (BMI) between 20-32. However, we recognize that BMI is only one measure of a healthy lifestyle. Reach out to us about joining our program, even you fall outside of this BMI guideline. All surrogates in our program receive free health and nutritional coaching before, during and after pregnancy.
As the only full-service agency in Hawaii exclusively dedicated to surrogacy, we have more than a decade of local experience helping Intended Parents fulfill their lifelong desire to create a family.
Do you enjoy being pregnant? Do you want to give the incredible gift of helping someone complete their family? We want you be part of an awesome journey and join us at Hawaii Surrogacy!
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