Film review: The Surrogate
With lots of experience of surrogacy, including in the US, we review the latest movie on this topic: The Surrogate.
What we learned at the Royal College of Nursing Fertility Nursing Forum conference 2021
Laura Clarke, a registered Nurse, shares insights on the fertility sector, the growth of surrogacy, and the impact of COVID on both.
Free zoom event recording – Surrogacy in the US and choosing the right egg donor
We hosted a free event on US surrogacy (for UK intended parents), with information on how to choose an egg donor for this route.
Free zoom event recording – Surrogacy in the US & maximising embryo quality
We hosted a free event on Surrogacy in the US and maximising embryo quality.
Brilliant Beginnings in the Guardian – I’ve never thought about being a Dad. Until now…
Surrogacy can be a daunting process, without help. Following queries from Kerry Katona on Steph’s packed lunch, we answer some common surrogacy FAQs.
Talking cross-border surrogacy at the World Congress of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
Natalie took part in The Fertility Show’s 2021 Online Summit and was interviewed about surrogacy law. You can find out more about the event and how to watch her interview.
We’ve launched a joint NGA Law and Brilliant Beginnings US Surrogacy Pathway
Brilliant Beginnings and NGA Law are proud to announce the launch of our joint US Surrogacy Pathway for UK individuals and couples seeking surrogacy in the US.
Brilliant Beginnings’ new holistic UK surrogacy pathway with NGA Law
We are delighted to be working with NGA Law to fully integrate both the practical and legal aspects of UK surrogacy in a seamless service.
The Surrogates (BBC) – UK surrogacy on our TV screens
We were pleased to see the BBC documentary ‘The Surrogates’ on our televisions this week. It followed five women in the UK on their surrogacy journeys.
How to choose your surrogacy professionals
Understanding the surrogacy support providers available to you will make finding the best advice for your journey easier. Here’s what you need to know.
Why international surrogacy shouldn’t be ignored: Natalie writes for Bionews
Natalie has written a piece for leading bioethics publication Bionews, about why international surrogacy should not be ignored.
HFEA to clarify guidance on exporting eggs, sperm and embryos for international surrogacy
We are pleased to report that the UK’s fertility regulator, the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA), is set to clarify its guidance on exporting eggs, sperm and embryos for surrogacy.
The Brilliant Beginnings surrogates’ retreat 2021
Our annual surrogates’ retreat went online this year. We were joined by a wonderful group of experienced and new surrogates in a day of pampering and support.
‘Surrogacy for single people’ free zoom event with Wayne Jackson – 6pm Monday 30th November
Brilliant Beginnings is hosting a free online event to discuss surrogacy for single people. We’ll be speaking with Wayne Jackson, who is on his journey as a single parent.
Free surrogacy in the US event, on Zoom – Tuesday 1 December 2020
Brilliant Beginnings is hosting a free event for surrogacy in the US for intended parents. This free event will take place on 1st December 2020 via zoom.
Natalie discussed known donation at Progress Educational Trust’s event in September 2020
Natalie took part in a panel discussion on known donation for the Progress Educational Trust’s event in September 2020.
Curious Connections conference, Manchester University, July 2020
The conference presented the Morgan Centre’s latest research into the experiences and perspectives of egg and sperm donors, the first major study of its kind since the move toward identity-release donation in the UK.
Deaf LGBTQIA event held online in July 2020
Our directors Helen Prosser and Natalie Gamble were delighted to join Deaf LGBTQIA for an online seminar about surrogacy as part of their series on LGBT family building.
BBC Victoria Derbyshire show debates surrogacy reform
Natalie Gamble was part of the Victoria Derbyshire show today which considered the Law Commission’s proposals for surrogacy law reform
The Guardian on the rise of single fathers by choice
The Guardian has published a feature about the growing numbers of men pursuing parenthood through surrogayc, adoption and fostering, sharing their stories. We were pleased to help with the article, which also quotes our founder Natalie Gamble:
Pink News on the biggest wins for LGBT+ rights and the battles yet to be won
As the decade ends we take a look back at the rights won by LGBT+ people across the UK in the 2010s, and the fights that continue on.
The Times on the Scottish Catholic Church and surrogacy
The Times has reported criticism of the Scottish Catholic Church for describing surrogacy as 'child trafficking' The Scottish Catholic Church has been criticised for questioning 'whether surrogacy is any better than child trafficking' in its response to the Law...
I was a surrogate: here’s what people ask about having a baby for someone else
The Huffington Post has featured an interview with Brilliant Surrogate Lisa Charlwood-Green, who carried a baby for a same-sex couple in the UK.
Huffington Post reports on surrogacy in the UK
The Huffington Post has published a feature about surrogacy in the UK, summarising how the process works and what the law says. On the question of how much surrogacy costs, the article quotes Brilliant Beginnings:
A surrogate’s perspective on the Two Week Wait (2WW)
The two week wait or 2ww as you’ll find it on many web searches, is a pretty tricky time when going through a surrogacy journey.
I was a surrogate: here’s what people ask about having a baby for someone else
The Huffington Post has featured an interview with Brilliant Surrogate Lisa Charlwood-Green, who carried a baby for a same-sex couple in the UK.
Simon and James talk about their hopes to become parents
It’s a very strange feeling to have found a wonderful person, fallen in love, planned the wedding, bought the family home… and then not be able to have the children together that you so desperately want.
Our surrogates, why they do what they do
Surrogates are amazing women, we will be the first to tell you that!
Kim’s journey – Why I want to be a surrogate
Hi everyone, I am Kim from Portsmouth. Six months ago I heard some very sad news of a friend who, due to cervical cancer, couldn’t conceive her own child.
Huffington Post features Brilliant Beginnings dads through surrogacy
The Huffington Post has published a feature about three same-sex couples and their family-building journeys. It includes the story of Michael and Jerome, dads through UK surrogacy with Brilliant Beginnings, who shared their journey:
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Law Commission surrogacy reform consultation event, London, 12 July 2019
Brilliant Beginnings and NGA Law were delighted to host the Law Commission’s first consultation event on surrogacy law reform this evening at our London office.
Can you be a UK surrogate and get paid?
Like any pregnancy, there is a financial element to every surrogacy arrangement.
Reforming Surrogacy Laws conference, London, 6 June 2019
Natalie and Helen were delighted to be invited to speak at the Reforming Surrogacy Laws conference in London last week.
The Independent on surrogacy law reform
The Independent has featured an article about surrogacy law reform, reporting on the Law Commission’s provisional recommendations announced this week.
CNN speaks to Brilliant Beginnings about how UK surrogacy law is driving parents overseas
CNN has featured an article about our research with Cambridge University, recently published in the leading journal Human Fertility. Our research was the first study to explore the motivations of UK parents choosing between UK and international surrogacy options…
The Parental Order is now accessible for single people, what does this mean for surrogates?
On the 3rd of January 2019 a long awaited change in the law meant that single people finally gained access to the parental order here in the UK.
Welcome to the team: Tracey – Surrogate Manager
From Brilliant Surrogate to Brilliant Beginnings team member Brilliant Beginnings welcomes Tracey to the team.
Brilliant Beginnings at the National Surrogacy Awards 2018
Brilliant Beginnings teamed up with Surrogacy UK, Fertility Road Magazine, independent surrogacy groups and other surrogacy professionals for the first ever National Surrogacy Awards.
We’re recruiting!
We’re seeking 3 enthusiastic new recruits to join our London team.
Brilliant Beginnings House of Commons event on surrogacy law reform
Brilliant Beginnings’ surrogacy campaign was launched at the UK Houses of Parliament on Tuesday evening.
Launch of Brilliant Beginnings, a new UK based non-profit surrogacy and donation agency
Welcome to Brilliant Beginnings, a new agency supporting and creating UK families through surrogacy and egg donation, with a commitment to doing things safely, ethically and legally.