The process

From first consultation to the birth

When things go smoothly, from initial assessment to the birth and the main travel documents usually takes more than a year. Failed transfers, miscarriage, rematching, premature birth, neonatal hospitalization or administrative changes can all extend the timeline.

Five phases

Select a phase to see the detail

Phase 1

Assessment & Preparation

  1. 1Initial consultation
  2. 2Physical examinations
  3. 3Physician assessment
  4. 4Defining the medical protocol
  5. 5Consulting a lawyer
  6. 6Reviewing contracts
  7. 7Preparing sperm, eggs or embryos
  8. 8Selecting a donor
Examinations

What examinations are usually required

Exact tests and validity periods are set by the partner clinic; the following are typical.

Male intended parent

  • Semen analysis and morphology
  • Infectious disease screening
  • Blood count and basic biochemistry
  • Genetic testing where needed
  • Other tests the physician considers necessary

Before a semen analysis, clinics usually require a period of abstinence and avoidance of high fever, saunas, heavy drinking or recent serious infection.

Female intended parent or egg provider

  • Ovarian reserve testing
  • Gynecological ultrasound
  • Hormone panel
  • Infectious disease screening
  • Blood count and basic biochemistry
  • Genetic testing where needed
  • Anesthesia and retrieval risk assessment

Common documents

  • Passport or identification
  • Marriage or family relationship documents
  • Medical examination reports
  • Previous treatment records
  • Embryo storage reports
  • Other materials required by the program or lawyer

All materials must be genuine and complete, meeting clinic requirements for hospital name, test date and personal details.

Important Notice

Assisted reproduction and surrogacy involve medical, legal, ethical, financial and cross-border status matters. Any program carries the possibility of failure, delay, policy change and additional cost.

This content is for general information only and does not constitute medical diagnosis, legal advice, insurance advice or any guarantee of outcome. Your actual plan is governed by qualified physicians, local licensed lawyers, government authorities, consulates and formal contract documents.

Get in touch

Every family journey begins with one honest conversation.

Espen She

Founder · Cross-border Program Lead

13761883584 espen@puhuspring.cn

Ben

Client Advisor · End-to-end Coordination

17720216759 ben@puhuspring.cn
www.puhuspring.com

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