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Many couples face the heartache of infertility, and it’s surrogate mothers who step into this breach with hearts full of giving. These women, who decide to become surrogate mothers, do more than carry a child—they carry hope, dreams, and future joy. As we celebrate Mother’s Day, Joy of Life® extends a heartfelt thank you to all the surrogate mothers who’ve given the precious gift of family.

Surrogate mothers are pillars of strength, empathy, and communication. Their decision to become surrogates weaves them into the ongoing legacy of the families they help create. This gift of surrogacy bestows the miracle of life, bonding surrogate and intended parents in an indescribable journey of trust and shared love.

“To me, being a surrogate — it is like you are carrying someone else’s dreams,” said a surrogate mother from Joy of Life®. This profound sentiment captures the essence of surrogacy—a surrogate enables intended parents to partake in the wonders of pregnancy and the indescribable moment of holding their baby for the first time.

Surrogate mothers have transformed hundreds of individuals’ lives, allowing them to embrace the title of “Mother.” To honor this, Joy of Life® is launching an Instagram contest, giving away Massage Envy vouchers for surrogate mothers to enjoy this Mother’s Day. We’re also hosting an event on May 19 in Corona, offering a space for surrogates to share their experiences and celebrate the journey of surrogacy.

Joy Millan, Founder of Joy of Life®, reflects on the company’s mission, “We achieved significant successes in 2018 and helped many families make their dream of fertility come true. We believe that there is no more fabulous gift than the gift of family, and Joy of Life® is proud to be your dedicated partner on your journey to parenthood.”

Are you inspired by these stories of hope and giving? Do you wish to learn more about becoming a surrogate? Joy of Life® is here to guide you through every step. Reach out to us to discover how you can begin this life-changing journey and help turn dreams of parenthood into reality.

Joy Millan & Tia Calderon

Author Joy Millan & Tia Calderon

Starting a surrogacy journey can bring a lot of questions. We’re Joy Millan, founder and CEO of Joy of Life, and Tia Calderon, the agency’s Sales and Marketing Manager. We want to help you understand what to expect and feel supported, whether you’re an intended parent or a surrogate. Joy spent years as a fertility clinician, working thousands of hours with intended parents and surrogates. As a mom of two, she founded Joy of Life to make the experience more compassionate and supportive for everyone involved. She stepped back from daily operations in 2021 to focus on her health and recovery, but continues to guide the company and stay connected with its network of doctors, clinicians, and caregivers. Tia has been a surrogate herself, carrying twins in one journey and a singleton in another. As Joy of Life’s Sales and Marketing Manager, she helps intended parents and surrogates connect with the resources and care network that can support them. Her personal experience gives her another perspective on the questions and decisions that can come up during the process. Together, we share practical guidance and insights from our different perspectives to help you feel informed and supported as you explore surrogacy.

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