Your Global Family Journey: An interview with Be Parent Director Naia Adamia
BY MARK ARIEL
When was Be Parent established?
Be Parent was founded in 2017 with a vision to create ethical, transparent, and emotionally supportive surrogacy journeys worldwide. We’ve since grown into a global organization with branches in Georgia, Mexico, Cyprus, and Armenia, supporting parents from over 35 countries.
What motivated your involvement in this field?
My motivation stems from personal experience in reproductive health and a passion for advocacy. Early in my career, I saw significant gaps in cross-border surrogacy. I wanted to build an agency centered on compassion, education, and holistic support for both intended parents and surrogate carriers—not just successful outcomes. My aim was an agency built with heart, not just smooth logistics.
What should LGBTQ+ individuals consider when starting a family?
LGBTQ+ intended parents should choose agencies or clinics experienced with diverse family structures and legal nuances. It’s vital to clarify parentage rights, legal documentation in the birth country, and recognition steps in the U.S. Emotional support, inclusivity, and transparent communication are also crucial, as this is a deeply personal journey.
What are the advantages of international fertility journeys?
Many parents consider international options for several reasons:
Cost-effectiveness: Surrogacy and fertility treatments abroad are often significantly more affordable without compromising medical quality.
Shorter wait times: International programs typically have much shorter wait times.
Flexibility: Many offer greater flexibility in donation options and treatment choices, especially for single parents or same-sex couples, depending on local laws.
Streamlined processes: Some countries have efficient legal processes, reducing cost and journey time.
What are common pitfalls to watch out for?
A common pitfall is underestimating the emotional and administrative complexity of surrogacy—it’s not a linear journey. Another is choosing an agency that feels transactional. Be wary of programs promising “too-good-to-be-true” timelines and success rates. Transparency, legal preparedness, and realistic expectations are essential for a positive experience.
What makes Be Parent unique?
Be Parent stands out with its three pillars: ethics, personalized care, and full-circle support. We tailor every journey—medical, emotional, and legal—to each family’s unique situation. We only work in countries with supportive laws that protect and fairly compensate surrogate carriers. Our coordinators provide support from the initial assessment to legal parenthood. Our goal is a baby’s birthday, but our purpose is the journey to parenthood.
Is there anything else you’d like to share?
Surrogacy is more than just a medical pathway; it’s an act of vulnerability, trust, and hope. A strong network of support, care, and respect from experienced agency experts is crucial. My hope is that everyone, regardless of relationship status, gender, or nationality, feels empowered to explore cross-border options and realize they can have the family they deserve, without compromise.
For more info visit: beparentsurrogacy.com.
