Men Having Babies 2022 Southern Surrogacy Options

April 30, 2022

Comprehensive "how-to" parenting program

Parent, surrogate and egg donor testimonies

More than 20 Gay Parenting Services Exhibitors

18 "meet the sponsor" breakout sessions

Panel on insurance and budgeting

Medical, psychological, and legal experts

On-site consultations available with clinics and agencies

Unbiased information & resources focused on surrogacy solutions

No need to put your dreams on hold anymore: MHB South is returning with a responsible immersive format, showcasing regional and national surrogacy options!

Known for its unbiased, comprehensive conferences for gay men, the nonprofit Men Having Babies (MHB) returns to Florida in cooperation with The Pride Center at Equality Park for the 4th annual Southern Surrogacy Conference & Expo, with a focus on the unique characteristics of Texas, Florida and other southern states as a surrogacy destination. Attending the conference requires proof of vaccination, and MHB is implementing extensive COVID-19 protocols to allow you to safely interact and consult with gay dads, experts, and over 20 reputable gay-friendly agencies, clinics, law firms, and other surrogacy providers.

The program offers comprehensive guidance relevant to intended parents pursuing surrogacy in the South and beyond, including:

The basics: medical, legal and financial aspects of surrogacy
Various surrogacy destinations and options
The continuing impact of COVID-19 on surrogacy and IVF
Insurance & budgeting considerations for surrogacy
MHB’s member resources, discounts and financial assistance
Accessing benefits from employers

Make the first step towards fatherhood on April 30th!

Proceeds from sponsorship and exhibiting fees benefit the Gay Parenting Assistance Program.

When
April 30, 2022

Where
The Pride Center at Equality Park
2040 N. Dixie Hwy,
Wilton Manors, FL 33305

Who
While the event is organized by gay parenting organizations, non-gay prospective parents are welcome and will no doubt highly benefit from it as well.

Registration
The early bird advance cost is $20 per person (instead of $30 starting April 16th) for prospective parents, $10 per supporting member of MHB (instead of $20 starting April 16th). This includes meals and receptions.

Note: the event has limited capacity so we strongly encourage early registration, as we are likely to be sold out.

Register Now!

Public Health & Safety Details
To ensure the safest possible conference experience, it is our policy that presenters, staff, and attendees are fully vaccinated. Participants will be required to present proof of vaccination at the door. Based on prevailing public health circumstances, participants may be required to follow additional safety protocols, including masking (unless actively eating or drinking). In addition, our policy is that presenters, staff, and exhibitors undergo a rapid COVID-19 test upon arrival at the conference.
Our full COVID-19 Policy can be reviewed here.

GPAP Eligibility
Attendance in this event will satisfy the conference requirement for GPAP Stage II application eligibility.

Consultations
Attendees can also book online private consultations with conference sponsors.

Book a consultation!

Agenda in brief

Saturday, April 30:

8:30 - 9:00am: Registration
9:00 - 10:15am: Planning your parenting journey - major legal, medical and financial considerations
10:15 - 10:30am: Coffee break
10:30 - 11:15am: Expert Panel: Legal Considerations
11:15am - 12:00pm: Getting started guide: picking providers, surrogacy resources and financial assistance
12:00 - 1:00pm: Lunch (courtesy of Simple Surrogacy) and gay parenting expo (tables of surrogacy agencies, clinics, lawyers and community organizations)
1:00 - 2:30pm: Breakout sessions - learn more about participating surrogacy providers
2:30 - 2:45pm: Q&A session: MHB Membership Benefits Program (MBP) and The Gay Parenting Assistance Program (GPAP)
2:45 - 3:15pm: Coffee break & Expo (sponsored by Fertility Specialists of Texas)
3:15 - 4:00pm: Expert panel: Budgeting and Insurance (sponsored by ART Risk)
4:00 - 5:00pm: Expert panel: Medical aspects of surrogacy
5:00 - 5:15pm: Coffee break
5:15 - 6:15pm: Personal stories and psychological aspects - hear from several surrogates, parents, and psychologists

Special evening activities (open to conference attendees and MHB Supporting Members)

6:15pm: Parents / Intended Parents’ Happy Hour

Highlights from last year

PLATINUM SPONSORS

Simple Surrogacy

Simple Surrogacy has been assisting couples and individuals achieve their family through assisted reproduction for over 20 years. We were founded on one simple principle: to provide our clients with the highest standard of care at an affordable price. We are one of the most successful surrogacy and egg donation agencies in the U.S. and are highly regarded in the LGBTQIA+ community for our expertise, support and professionalism. Simple Surrogacy holds an A+ rating with the BBB, is among the most respected Surrogacy Agencies, serving on the Advisory Board of Men Having Babies, founding members of their GPAP program and as founding members of Gays With Kids Path to Parenthood, to fulfill our goal of making a family possible for everyone. Boasting a success rate of over 98%, Simple Surrogacy will work tirelessly to guide Intended Parents through any bumps in the road of their journey to make sure they complete their family. We have worked with many International Clients on their journey to becoming parents and have full knowledge of international surrogacy requirements. Our counselors, coordinators, and owners are all experienced in assisted reproduction as former surrogates, parents, or donors, offering clients insider's expert knowledge of surrogacy and donation.

* This description was provided by the service provider.

Fertility Specialists of Texas

FST has been helping single & partnered LGBT intended parents, from around the world, achieve their dream of parenthood since 2005. A leader in assisting those who require donor eggs & surrogacy, FST uses the most advanced fertility treatments, in one of the world's premiere & most successful embryology labs, to help create thousands of families throughout the world. FST success rates are well above national average, and the benefits of our location are many. Centrally located in the United States, with direct flights from all major cities, FST's Dallas location offers a significant financial advantage over clinics located on the expensive east & west coasts. Known for warm & friendly 'southern' hospitality, DFW is diverse & welcoming. Here, modern luxury coexists with down-to-earth American rodeo & ranch culture. Visitors will find affordable lodging, world class cuisine & diverse dining experiences, lively entertainment scenes, art & history museums, and of course, some of the top names in American sports: Dallas Cowboys, Mavericks, Stars, FC Dallas, and the new home to PGA Golf. FST physicians and our dedicated third-party / international support team are passionate about helping the LGBT community & we look forward to speaking with you.

* This description was provided by the service provider.

GOLD SPONSORS