Melanie, Canadian Surrogate Mother in Alberta, Canada

Why I want to be a surrogate mother:

I embarked on a surrogacy journey in *** and worked with friends unable to conceive due to a history with cancer. Last minute they decided not to proceed and live child free. I was so disappointed. I was looking forward to the experience. The fertility clinic found a new couple and we became fast friends! We transferred their remaining two embryos and sadly it didn't take. It was their last chance. It was disappointing again. I thought surrogacy was not meant to be, so I moved on to attending university and focused on career and family. But, I find myself drawn back to the world of assisted reproduction....having my last surprise child in *** opened the idea of trying surrogacy again!

Description of myself:

I'm a mother of 3 children, 2 stepchildren and devoted wife.I love being pregnant and love children.I am outgoing, kind hearted and love to laugh.

My letter to intended parents:

Dear Potential Intended Parents, If your reading this, it tells me that you are willing to jump over oceans to become parents.Surrogacy is not an easy option to starting a family, but it is certainly a beautiful one.I have watched many journeys unfold over the years and have made many friends (both surrogate and intended parents). I am an educated, professional person that decided to put my career on hold until my toddler starts preschool.My older kids are 21 and 15! This was a surprise, but without a doubt a wonderful one.My spouse and I decided that it is the perfect time to stay home, and to try surrogacy again since I had not completely closed the door on it from years ago.I am committed to the process, I know what it entails, the medications, the procedures, the many appointments, the medical terminology...I'm ready to do it all over again to help a deserving family become parents.My family, kids and friends are very supportive! I also have group benefit coverage of *** with no lifetime maximum for fertility treatments and medications.I'm familiar with Foothills protocol but have worked with VFC as well.Please feel free to contact me if you think we may be a good match.I'm looking forward to hearing all about you!