Different paths. Shared hope. Extraordinary support.
A unique journey deserves thoughtful support.
From someone who has carried for another family
Surrogacy is an extraordinary journey, but it's also one that comes with unique emotions, relationships, and needs. As a gestational surrogate who carried and delivered twin girls, I know firsthand that a surrogate birth isn't quite like giving birth to your own baby. There are more people involved, different expectations to navigate, and an emotional experience that deserves just as much attention as the physical birth itself.
I believe surrogates deserve to feel that their body, voice, comfort, and emotional well-being matter every step of the way. And I believe intended parents deserve guidance, reassurance, and the opportunity to feel connected and included as they prepare to meet their baby.
My goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone's journey is honored, while the person giving birth remains at the center of their care.
Support for everyone in the room
For gestational surrogates
Birth preparation, comfort during labor, emotional reassurance, boundary-respecting support and transition after delivery.
For intended parents
Understanding the birth process, preparation for your role, respectful communication and emotional support as you welcome your baby.
For the birth team
Collaborative planning, clear communication and care that respects agreements, preferences and boundaries.
Questions surrogacy families ask
Can a surrogate and intended parents share a doula?
Support for gestational surrogates and for intended parents is part of what I offer, and the person giving birth always remains at the center of their care.
How support is shared is planned together in your consultation, around your agreements, preferences and boundaries, so everyone knows what to expect.
What if intended parents are present at delivery?
Intended parents deserve guidance, reassurance, and the opportunity to feel connected and included as they prepare to meet their baby.
Who is present, and how, follows your agreements and the wishes of the person giving birth. We plan it ahead of time so the day feels clear for everyone.
How does the doula respect the surrogate's autonomy?
Surrogates deserve to feel that their body, voice, comfort, and emotional well-being matter every step of the way. My support is boundary-respecting, and decisions about the birthing person's body are theirs to make.
What support is available after the birth?
The baby goes home with their parents, but the surrogate's journey doesn't end at delivery. Support for surrogates includes the transition after delivery, and postpartum support is also offered. We confirm the details together during your consultation.
How does statewide travel work?
Motherhood Multiplied is based in Grand Rapids and travels throughout Michigan. Travel availability and any additional travel fees are discussed during your consultation.