She’s here! On October 10, 2023 GC Kim delivered a sweet baby girl for her Intended Parents. Calm, but excited, was the feeling in the hospital that day. Executive Case Manager, Shannon, and Kim’s husband Ben were beside her as she labored. Throughout her journey, Kim and Shannon formed a beautiful friendship and she was thankful to have her there on delivery day. Kim says her husband was her greatest supporter in her surrogacy journey and she couldn’t imagine having anyone else by her side as she brought life into the world again!
This journey was especially beautiful to watch. Because her IPs were local, they were able to attend many appointments and bond with Kim every step of the way. We’re excited to see this relationship continue to grow over the years! We are so grateful to have been even a small part of this journey!
Utah Moms! We’re Looking for You!
BFI is a surrogate owned and operated Surrogacy Program that has had the honor of helping build families for more than 30 years!! We are located in Southern California, but work with Intended Parents Worldwide and gestational carriers Nationwide. If you are interested in more information about our program-just let us know! We are more than happy to jump on a phone or video call with you or text/DM if you are more comfortable. We have couples ready to match that are looking for a heart like yours to make their dreams come true!
BFI Bump Club Glen Ivy Spa Day!
Randi and Shannon had an amazing time with some past and presents members of the #BFIBumpClub! They love when they get to spend time with our surrogates!
Bio of the Month – September 2023
If you’ve been following along on our social media accounts, this beauty is no stranger! Manika is a Registered Dental Assistant who is studying to become a nurse. She loves to be active and even played in an adult soccer league! As a single mother, her bond with her daughter Destinee is unparalleled. She spends much of her free time encouraging Destinee’s passions and showing up as her number one fan for dance competitions.
Manika works hard every day to provide for her daughter, but also makes time for the magic in life. As a Southern California native, you can find her on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park whenever she has free time! She lives life to the fullest and believes that you should always work hard for what you want in life.
Manika says surrogacy is always something she has wanted to do, “I just know the love I have when I became a mother, I couldn’t imagine not being able to have a child of my own. I would like to give a family that opportunity.” We can’t put it any better than that!
Be sure to follow along with Manika’s surrogacy journey on our social media accounts!
Heavenly!
Randi & Shannon were so thrilled to join GC Britney at her 4D Ultrasound last week! Heavenly 3D 4D Baby Ultrasounds in Apple Valley, CA made it such a wonderful experience!
Jeanette’s Surrogacy Story
Successful surrogate! GC Jeanette was beyond thrilled to finally hear these words from Dr. Rad. Though this wasn’t her first journey as a surrogate, this was her first completed journey with Building Families.
Jeanette checked in at 5am on Friday, August 4 for her induction. After a little over 12 hours the doctor broke her water and four hours later, baby boy was safe in his parents arms. One of her best moments during labor was listening to her husband prepare her Intended Parents for delivery. She said that his support was not only invaluable to her during this time, but to her IPs as well. He has been with her in the delivery room 6 times now!
Post delivery, bringing her family to meet the baby was really amazing. She reflects on how this experience was different from her previous and looks forward to continuing the relationship going forward. For us, we know that Jeanette is forever a part of our family and we have truly loved being on this journey with her and her family!
View her live birth story via our instagram page here
Manika’s Surrogacy Story!
At BFI, we are all in on every surrogacy story. We have such special connections with each gestational carrier and their intended parents. GC Manika, was absolutely no exception! Not only is she a lifetime member of our family, but her amazing daughter, Destinee, is as well. Witnessing Destinee step up into the support role for her Mama was incredible.
When Manika was unexpectedly induced at 36 weeks, her daughter held her hand through the whole process. Manika and her couple reflected on the experience, saying that although the delivery time came as a surprise, they felt as though every moment was planned because of the careful preparation from BFI. Manika’s OB, her support team, and her couple knew exactly what they needed to do when it mattered most. Her Intended Mom was an amazing motivator through labor and delivery and really kept her going as well! Tiny but mighty at 4lbs 11oz and 17 inches long, her surrobabe filled every inch of her parents hearts!
Post delivery, Manika was able to share a room with her IPs and baby until they went home. She said that watching her IPs fully embrace their new roles was an amazing experience. It was the best part of her journey!
Hear her story in her own words here and even more amazing listen to her intended moms version here!
Stunning!
We are in love with this photo of GC Jessica!
Bio of the Month – July 2023
This bubbly, beautiful, and bright lady is GC Britney! She’s busy living her best life in Southern California with her soulmate, Lestter, and their four children; Aiden, Elijah, Raelyn, and Rhett. She is a personal trainer who is rarely found without a smile on her face and a positive anecdote to share.
When we asked Britney her philosophy on life she said, “Life is a simple, beautiful, yet complicated thing. You are never guaranteed tomorrow, so don’t stress about things you cannot control, laugh always, and love hard. Learn something new every day and go to sleep with a smile on your face. Enjoy every moment, even if it is laundry day and the kids are driving me nuts.” We couldn’t sum it up any better ourselves!
Why surrogacy for Britney? When her younger sisters were beginning to start their families, she was filled with a certainty that she would be a gestational carrier for them if the need was there. It made her realize how much of a blessing to her life and someone else’s surrogacy could be. She is excited to be on this journey and we are so thankful it led her to us! Follow along with her journey on our socials!
Miracle Babe!
Here’s GC Jeanette looking super cute with her 34 week bump-date! Surro-babe is growing nice and strong and everyone is so thrilled about their impending arrival!! We especially can’t wait to see the new parents with their little miracle babe- it’s really the best part.
