A free, thoughtful guide for intended parents and surrogates

‍Topics
‍Communication and announcements, Finances and budgeting, Counselling, Legals and logistics, Contact, Family dynamics, Milestones and more

Surrogacy can be overwhelming, full of questions, decisions, and emotional nuance.

Whether you're just starting out or already deep into planning, A Practical Guide to Surrogacy in Australia is here to help you navigate it all with clarity.

This free ebook offers practical walkthrough of the entire process — from your first conversation to birth and beyond. No jargon, nothing to sell to you, just grounded advice from people who’ve been there.‍

What's inside

This guide is designed to be read slowly, shared, and revisited often.

You’ll find:
+ Clear, conversational chapters covering each stage of the surrogacy process
+ Thoughtful questions for discussion between potential intended parents and future surrogates
+ Templates and charts: finances, legal steps, logistics, and more

Inclusions

> Openness and communication
> Making announcements and managing social connections
> Pregnancy wellbeing and handling outside input
> Budgeting, financial planning, and unexpected costs
> Medical care, testing, and birth controlSocial media and privacy
> Travel, appointments, and practical logistics
> Maternity needs and surrogate comfort
> Counselling, legal prep, and insurance cover
> Birth plans and postpartum support
> Ongoing contact, family dynamics, and milestones
> What to do when things don’t go to plan

Whether you're just starting out or already deep into planning, A Practical Guide to Surrogacy in Australia is here to help you navigate it all.