Gay Parents To Be | April News

Hi there,

Do you want the good news or not-so-good news first?

Ok, good news first: It's SPRING! Not-so-good? We have to continue with social distancing because of COVID-19. 👎 Right now, it's important to #stayhome. But hey, at least we can look forward to the sun beaming through our windows☀️as we WFH (work from home).

Don't have the ability to WFH? That might mean you are an essential worker. If so, THANK YOU❣️GPTB & RMA of Connecticut appreciates everyone on the front lines and all you do for us. We will continue to support any way we can, starting with donating our supplies to local hospitals🏥

Want even more good news? Our community has some... 

❗BREAKING NEWS❗

New York passed the #ChildParentSecurityAct.

What does this mean? 🤔

Before this bill was passed, New York was one of just three states in which surrogacy was illegal. Today, that’s no longer the case. For the first time in history, a same-sex couple will be able to sign a form at the hospital that declares who their child’s parents are and have that create a legally-binding order with the same force as a court order. 

We are all celebrating this huge win and what it means for everyone in our LGBTQ+ community. 🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to everyone who helped pass & advocate for this bill. 

My screen time has gone up a lot because... 

❣️Andy Cohen tested positive for COVID-19, but don't worry, he is doing much better now and this reunion with his son was one for the books.

☕Do you miss Starbucks? So does this couple. TV Personality/Celeb Stylist, Brad Goreski, and his husband, Gary Janetti, have started a series on Instagram called, "Bradbucks." Trust me, you don't want to miss this.

We ❤️ Lady Gaga. Here's why. Gaga is working with Global Citizen to curate, "One World: Together At Home," a special broadcast on April 18 in support of healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Get ready to dance during performances from Billie Eilish, Chris Martin, Elton John, Kacey Musgraves, Lizzo, Gaga herself, and many more! 

For Moms & Moms To Be👩‍💻

Have you heard, "So when are you going to have a baby?” “When am I going to have a grandchild?” “Tick tock, it’s your biological clock!” Chances are, if you identify as a female over the age of 25, you've probably heard them all. We've got you covered with what you really need to know in our guide to female fertility basics, plus a few quick-witted responses.

For Dads & Dads To Be 👨‍💻

As a same-sex couple or single man moving forward with family building, picking an egg donor is a permanent and far-reaching decision - after all, this person will contribute their genes to your future child’s genetic makeup. So, how do you find this “perfect person”? Here's how!

Also, if you’re considering the surrogacy process, you came to the right place. Here's an honest answer to how quickly you can expect to bring home your bundle of joy!

If you're in the middle of the surrogacy process already? It's important to feel prepared, which is why we're sharing exactly what happens on the day of an embryo transfer with your surrogate. 

For Everyone!

There are many messages out there in regard to COVID-19 and family building. While it is always best to check with your provider, here are a few responses to some of the most frequently asked questions we have been hearing from those in the LGBTQ community who are currently looking to grow their family.

The state of New York has joined the ranks of 17 other states that have mandated insurance providers cover fertility treatment, effective January 1, 2020. Learn who is actually covered in this mandate.

For National Doctors' Day, I wanted to introduce you to the Gay Parent To Be physician team. Gay Parents To Be is a program at RMA of Connecticut that draws on the full strength of the entire RMA of CT family, from the care team and physicians, to the laboratory technology and cutting-edge science. Our dedicated team includes 6 board-certified reproductive endocrinologists, who are able to help you along your path to parenthood. 

Learn about all of these topics and more on our resource center. 

🗓️ Coming Soon: Virtual Events!

We're coming to you... virtually!

For dads to be 👨‍👨‍👦, we're teaming up with Circle Surrogacy and Egg Donation agency to give you info from experts in the surrogacy space, to real dads who've been through the process.

For moms to be 👩‍👩‍👦, we're planning even more ways to get you the information you need - whether that's virtually or in-person.

Interested? Bookmark our events page to stay informed. 

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