Meeting Your Surrogate – Building Trust and Connection
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After choosing surrogacy, the next major emotional milestone is meeting your potential surrogate. This match meeting can be nerve-wracking and exciting, like being set up for one of the most important partnerships of your life. In this post, we explore how trust and emotional connection blossom in those early conversations.
Meeting your surrogate is surreal. You might wonder, “Will we connect?” or “Can we really entrust this person with our dream?” These feelings are normal. Chances are, the surrogate is nervous too. But once conversation begins—about hopes, journeys, even favorite hobbies—something amazing often happens: connection.
Gratitude rises quickly. You see her compassion and strength. She wants to help you, and suddenly, surrogacy feels more real. You might hold back some emotion, especially if past heartbreaks taught you to be cautious. But each interaction builds trust.
Clear communication helps tremendously. Discuss your preferences—how often to talk, attending appointments, sharing updates. When both sides feel respected, teamwork blooms.
Don’t be surprised if concern for your surrogate grows too. She’s doing something extraordinary, and your empathy is a sign of a healthy bond. Guilt might pop up—“I wish I didn’t need someone else to do this”—but remember, she chose this path because it brings her joy and purpose.
As you move forward—signing legal agreements and planning the medical steps—you may feel a deep sense of peace. The team is in place, and for the first time, the finish line feels in sight.
Trusting your surrogate and feeling truly partnered in this journey is a beautiful transformation. Let yourself lean into the connection—it will carry you through the next phase.
For more information on becoming a surrogate, please reach out to us at info@storkconnections.com or directly to 619.324.9574. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Warm Regards,
Tonya Zlock
Founder, Stork Connections LLC
