Your trusted guide to bringing your baby home
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Support for Aussie parents navigating surrogacy
International surrogacy can feel like a maze. Between dealing with paperwork from the Department of Home Affairs and the Australian Embassy, changing rules, and the pressure to get it just right, it's easy to feel lost.That’s where Families Through Surrogacy steps in.
Created by an Aussie mum who's been there (twice), this platform is here to guide
you through the chaos, with trusted resources, real-life insights, and
step-by-step support tailored for Australian intended parents.Whether your surrogate is pregnant or planning surrogacy in Tbilisi, Mexico, the U.S. or Ghana, we’re growing with you.
The Exit Guide: your must-have travel companion
Our most-loved resource, the Exit Guide, has helped dozens of Australian families bring their baby home safely and with confidence. Inside, you’ll find step-by-step instructions for applying for your baby’s birth certificate, clear guidance on the embassy process and passport application, ready-to-use document templates, and practical tips on what to expect at each stage. The guide is reviewed every three months, and if anything changes, we’ll send you the latest updates.
It’s more than a guide - it’s peace of mind when you need it most.
Not ready yet? Start with a Free Guide
Still in research mode? We've got you. Our free guides are perfect if you're just
starting out and want to wrap your head around the journey ahead.
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You’re not doing this alone
Surrogacy can feel isolating, but you’re not on your own. This guide was created by someone who’s been through it and it’s here to help you feel supported, informed, and a little less overwhelmed.
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“What really stood out was the timeline starting 5 months before birth. I’m not usually a planner, but having everything laid out like that took a huge weight off. We didn’t have to scramble or second-guess anything when we got our twins. We just followed the steps.”
— Jason, Perth -
“I honestly don’t know how we would’ve managed without this guide. It broke everything down step by step, and made the whole process feel so much less stressful. We had it with us at every bit of the way (it was like our safety net). Thank you so much for creating this!”
— Rachel & Tim, Melbourne -
“What I loved most was how practical and real it was. The checklists, the Home Affairs and Embassy prep, even the passport photo tips... everything was spot on! It felt like having a friend who’d already done it walking us through the process. Having this was priceless!”
— Priya, Gold Coast
You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Our guides have been thoughtfully created through experience. Shared with heart.