You Dream Babies - We´ll Make it Happen

2 Tammuz Family is one of the world’s leading surrogacy, egg donation, and fertility companies. It hassuccessfully completed thousands of surrogacy and eggdonation processes for families from all over the world. Tammuz Family provides a comprehensive service to lead you step-by-step through the surrogacy process and guides the intended parents through its guaranteed programs all the way to the birth. The company was founded in 2008 by Doron Mamet-Meged with the objective of offering affordable surrogacy and egg-donation processes to anyone who has dreamed of starting a family, with services accessible to everyone without discrimination. In practice, Tammuz Family generated the “baby boom” revolution in the LGBT+ community. In recent years, Tammuz Family has led the public, media, and legal struggle for equality for all in surrogacy - for single people, gay and lesbian couples, and straight couples. To date, Close to 2,000 babies have been born with Tammuz Family’s help in groundbreaking procedures, and hundreds of future parents are looking forward to the birth of their children in the coming months. Tammuz Family’s procedures are concentrated under one roof with an efficient, fast, affordable, andNprofessional approach. Throughout their journeys, the intended parents benefit from maximum confidence and personal guidance from the Tammuz team, while participating in unique preparatory parenting workshops led by leading professionals. Today, Tammuz Family has offices and representatives in more than 12 countries, including Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Mexico, Portugal, Brazil, Argentina, South Africa, Australia, India, the USA, China, and Japan. Tammuz Family - Nice to meet you

3 Tammuz Family is part of the Tammuz Group, which has a network of FDA-recognized fertility clinics in Asia and a diverse database of egg donors. In addition, Tammuz maintains extensive cooperation with other fertility clinics and lawyers, and experts in the field of surrogacy and fertility in various countries Hand in hand with you all the way! שלום

4 Dear Parents, Welcome to Tammuz Family, one of the world’s foremost surrogacy agencies! As CEO, I would like to thank you for reaching out to us and express my excitement for your upcoming journey to parenthood. With more than 15 years of experience and the birth of Close to 2,000 babies, Tammuz Family is the natural home for guaranteed, effective, and affordable surrogacy. Like most of our team, I also became a parent through a surrogacy process that resulted in the birth of my children, Saar and Rotem. Our personal experience and familiarity with the surrogacy journey and its joy and challenges enable us to provide the highest level of service and individually tailored support at every step. We look forward to guiding you along the path to realizing your dream of becoming a parent and to making memories together that will last a lifetime. Sincerely, Roy Rosenblatt Nir CEO, Tammuz Family

5 How does surrogacy work with Tammuz? At Tammuz Family, we understand that many of our clients have been dreaming of starting a family for some time. Most of the Tammuz team have been through the surrogacy journey themselves and have personally experienced the emotional roller coaster and the helplessness and excitement that characterize the surrogacy process. It is precise because of our personal experience that we have developed over the years personalized, affordable plans and programs that are guaranteed to succeed, collaborating with leading clinics and first-rate professionals. We will guide you, the intended parents, along the entire journey with a personal Tammuz Family representative. All our representatives have years of experience with intended parents. They will coordinate this complicated puzzle and help you at each and every step: from indecision and hesitation, through matching with a surrogate and finding a donor, the medical procedure, the legal proceedings in the country where the process takes place, the exciting birth and the return home – as a family! Tammuz Family’s purpose has always been clear: to bring the dream of parenthood closer to EVERYONE. That’s why we make great efforts to reduce costs, think outside of the box, find new destinations, and manage the complex surrogacy process for you. Unlike other companies, Tammuz Family does not just provide assistance at the medical stage, and it is not a surrogacy broker. It will be there to guide you through each and every step along the journey, all under one roof. After years of experience and the birth of Close to 2,000 babies in various countries, we know that a compact surrogacy process, concentrated in one place, makes the journey as efficient and easy as possible, reduces costs, shortens waiting times for a surrogate and most of all gives you, the intended parents, maximum control over the process. You dream about starting a family – we׳ll make sure it comes true.

6 All in one place Trust Fertility clinic Surrogate Tammuz Family Intended parents Lawyer Egg donor

7 All the reasons to choose Tammuz Family

8 Experience Since Tammuz’s founding in 2008, Close to 2,000 babies have been born with the help of its services in groundbreaking procedures in different countries. The knowledge, professionalism, and deep understanding of the world of surrogacy are the firm foundation that serves Tammuz in building its different surrogacy plans and in choosing the destinations, the clinics, and its professional partners. You are in the center We put you at the center. In other words, we are committed solely to you and are constantly working to find the leading professionals for your journey to be the best possible. Remember that you and we share the same goal: that the process will be successful, entirely safe, fast, and at the lowest possible cost. Guarantee Tammuz Family is the only company that guarantees a successful end to the process - or your money back! An expansive guidance package The intended parents benefit from an expansive and unique package that includes personal guidance from Tammuz throughout the entire process. Tammuz representatives will explain the different stages and connect the dots for you as the process progresses. Tammuz Family’s guidance for the medical, legal, logistical, and other aspects helps mediate the cultural differences with the different entities to make the process as easy as possible. Furthermore, we have developed a unique preparatory parenting workshop with the participation of leading experts in the field. All in one place Our objective has always been to make the surrogacy process as efficient and smooth as possible: starting from finding and vetting surrogates, continuing through the egg-donation process, fertilizing them in the fertilization clinic and to legal guidance in the destination country. Tammuz Family is part of the Tammuz Group, which also includes fertility clinics and a diverse database of donors, both of which help to

9 streamline the process and make it more affordable. The group maintains extensive cooperation with other clinics and lawyers and experts in the field of surrogacy and fertility in various countries around the world. Cost Since its founding, Tammuz’s mission has been to make surrogacy services as accessible as possible and we have developed innovative programs in different countries that offer surrogacy programs at the lowest possible cost. Family Tammuz has long been more than just an agency; it is synonymous with home and family. Its guidance throughout the process does not end with the birth but continues long afterward. We meet hundreds of parents and their children at various events, unique workshops, lectures, and special and exclusive services for Tammuz families. Values and principles Along with making the dreams of hundreds of families come true, Tammuz has worked to change the legal and social situations related to fertility and surrogacy. Several years ago, Tammuz filed a petition with the High Court of Justice for surrogacy equality in Israel, making the process accessible to anyone who dreams of starting a family – gays, lesbians, straights, single people, and couples. That case ended with a momentous victory and opened the Israel plan in January 2022. Our programs At Tammuz Family, we work non-stop to create a range of safe and affordable plans. In the following pages, we will review the plans and destinations we offer.

11 11 Our plans

12 The guaranteed plans we offer are the most requested by intended parents considering surrogacy. The plans give you, the intended parents, as much emotional, mental, and financial security as possible because they include the expected costs regardless of the number of attempts and procedures needed for a successful process. Egg donation • Access to the egg bank • Vetting donors based on strict criteria • Financial compensation for the egg donor • Preparatory medications for egg retrieval Medical procedures • Egg retrieval • ICSI fertilization • Transferring the embryo(s) + medications • Monitoring the pregnancy • Birth Surrogate • Vetting surrogates based on strict criteria • Matching a surrogate to parents • Medical and psychological tests • Financial compensation for the surrogate Insurance - if needed • Insurance advice • An expert’s report for the surrogate’s insurance Legal procedures • Legal representation for drafting and signing a contract with the surrogate • Issuing a birth certificate in accordance with local law Guaranteed birth plan The plan includes the following procedures – without limit

13 Existing embryo plan This plan was created especially for families with frozen embryos who want to use them in the surrogacy process. The plan includes the various stages based on how far the process has advanced. • Embryos/sperm will be transported by experts in transporting genetic material. Self-retrieval plans This plan was created especially for families who can and want to use the intended mother’s eggs to create embryos for the couple. For more details, we invite you to speak with our experts

14 Surrogacy for people living with HIV Many HIV+ persons have realized their dream of parenthood through surrogacy. Tammuz Family is proud to lead the surrogacy revolution for HIV+ couples and individuals. There is a welcome change in perception that makes these families an integral part of the social fabric. Advance d technology allows couples and individuals living with HIV to undergo IVF and have a completely healthy child. The intended parents will fly to the fertility clinic where sperm washing, and other tests will b e performed prior to fertilization. The sperm washing will take place at the fertility clinic at the most stringent standards that reduce the presence of the virus to an undetectable level.

15 USA plan

16 In the US the average process, from beginning to end, lasts about 20 months Tammuz Family offers the fullest, most comprehensive, and safest surrogacy plan in the US. We created our plans based on Tammuz Family’s 15 years of experience in the US and the births of hundreds of babies. The plan was built to give parents security, both medical and financial. Who is the plan right for? Everyone! Gay men, lesbians, straight people, couples, and singles.

17 This Los Angeles clinic has been rated by the CDC as leading in success rates among American fertility clinics. It was founded and is managed by Dr. Ashim Kumar, who has decades of experience in IVF. The clinic is characterized by leading professionals, warm personal attention, and advanced technological knowledge, which combine to make the dream of parenthood come true for thousands of men and women from around the world. The excellent team of doctors, nurses, and embryologists adheres strictly to high professional ethics and is dedicated to the success of the procedure. The clinics We are proud to work with two leading clinics in the US California Center for Reproductive Health Western Fertility Institute For many years, the CCRH clinic has been helping people realize the dream of parenthood. With advanced reproductive technology facilities and a highly skilled professional team providing warm, personal service to each and every patient, CCRH has become a leading fertility clinic in the USA. The clinic offers a variety of services including egg donation, IVF and surrogacy. All of the clinic’s services include meticulous monitoring by the team of doctors, embryologists and nurses. In addition, CCRH collaborates with various leading industry organisations in order to provide you, the IP’s, with the most professional service possible. The clinic takes pride in its high success rates, and places emphasis on the IP’s, in order to make the journey as simple and complication-free as possible. Dr. Mor is a graduate of the Sackler Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University. He completed his internship in gynecology at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, and endocrinology studies at the University of Southern California. Dr. Ashim Kumar Dr. Eliran Mor

18 The donors Choosing the egg donor is a very emotional step in the surrogacy process, and we know how important it is for the intended parents. You can choose the egg donor from a large database; their profiles are available and include information, such as: The donors are American women aged 20–30, and all have been thoroughly vetted, including psychological testing, their suitability for the egg donor process, blood tests, genetic testing, and more. The tests are carried out before the donors are added to the database to guarantee that the donor you’ve chosen is suitable for the procedure. The donors undergo egg retrieval at the fertility clinic. A personal questionnaire Employment Medical information Hobbies Pictures Family medical history Education

19 The special, wonderful woman who will help you realize your dream of parenthood will have chosen surrogacy for different motivations, but all surrogates have one clear goal: to help others realize their desire to be parents. Over the years, we have met thousands of surrogates, and they talk about empowering and exciting experiences that have changed their lives forever. The waiting time for a surrogate is one of Tammuz’s main advantages: it is currently only a few months. Each surrogate has been thoroughly vetted, including medical and psychological examinations and extensive preparation for the process. During the pregnancy, the surrogates live at home with their families and continue their normal lives. The pregnancy is monitored as is standard in the state where the surrogacy process takes place. The surrogacy agency maintains constant contact with the surrogate and makes sure that her medical and mental needs are met during the pregnancy. The surrogate undergoes all standard pregnancy exams and frequent periodic blood tests intended to ensure that she is generally healthy. The surrogate Prerequisites 21–39 years old Normal pregnancy and birth history No criminal background Declare that they neither smoke nor drink Medical diagnosis Psychological diagno

20 Getting started Good luck! Match with a surrogate Transfer embryos Pregnancy test Fetal heartbeat Monitoring pregnancy at the fertility clinic • Create embryos • Preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) • Complete medical exams • Sign a contract with the surrogate • Personalizing an insurance plan for the surrogate • Medical examinations • Sperm donation • Choose a donor The countdown

21 Return home Second trimester begins Third trimester begins Congratulations! The baby is born! • Legal proceedings • Issue birth certificate and passport Monitoring pregnancy with the surrogate’s personal physician

22 The legal support in the US is divided into two main stages: at the beginning of the process, when representing the parents while signing the contract with the surrogate, and at the end of the process when issuing the birth certificate with both parents’ names. The legal aspect is of great importance to the success of the process, and we will guide you together with first-rate American lawyers. After the birth, a short legal process has to be completed to obtain a birth certificate and issue an American passport for the baby. We will provide you with guidance at this stage until you depart the US. When you are back home, another legal process needs to be completed by a lawyer to regulate the baby’s citizenship status and obtain a local passport. The expected length of stay in the US after the birth is about 3-4 weeks. Legal support What happens after the birth?

23 Colombia/Argentina Plan

24 In Colombia/Argentina, the average process from start to finish lasts about 18-20 months Tammuz Family offers the fullest, most comprehensive, and safest surrogacy plan in Colombia/Argentina at the most affordable cost. The programs were built from Tammuz’s experience over the years with the objective of giving parents security, both medical and financial. Who is the plan right for? Colombia: single man and same-sex couples Argentina: Gay men, lesbians, straight people, couples, and singles.

25 The Celagem clinic was founded by Pedro Martinez, a senior embryologist in Colombia, who has helped thousands of parents from all over the world over the past 20 years. Martinez has founded 10 medical centers, fertility clinics, and labs in different countries in South America, including Venezuela, Colombia, Argentina and the Dominican Republic. Martinez was the first person to found a genetic laboratory in Bogotá, focusing on reproductive medicine and emphasizing the genetic diagnosis of preimplantation fetal diseases. In addition, he led the use of advanced NGS technology in which the fetus’s 24 chromosomes are examined to detect genetic defects. Martinez has tremendous knowledge and experience in the field of fertilization, and he is a member of various associations and organizations engaged in IVF. He currently serves as the CEO of the Celagem fertility clinic in Bogotá, where fertilization and pregnancy monitoring are performed. All the medical procedures, starting from fertilization and continuing until transferring the embryos, are performed at Celagem. The state-of-the-art clinic is located in one of the best areas of the city. Its staff includes doctors, nurses, psychologists, embryologists, and lab technicians who work together to provide intended parents with the best personal and professional service. The extensive pregnancy monitoring also takes place at the clinic and is adapted to western standards. The clinic staff speaks English and Spanish fluently. The clinic Tammuz is proud to be the exclusive partner of Celagem - the only clinic in Colombia with proven results CELAGEM Pedro Martinez

26 The donors Choosing the egg donor is a very emotional step in the surrogacy process, and we know how important it is for the intended parents. All the donors are Colombian/ Argentinian women, and they come from all over the country. You can choose the egg donor from a large database; their profiles are available and include information The donors are all 20–30 years old and all have been thoroughly vetted, including psychological testing, their suitability for the egg-donor process, blood tests, genetic testing (as necessary) and more. The various tests are carried out before the donors are added to the database to guarantee that the donor you’ve chosen is suitable for the procedure. The donors undergo egg retrieval at the fertility clinic. A personal questionnaire Employment Medical information Hobbies Pictures Family medical history Education

27 The special, wonderful woman who will help you realize your dream of parenthood will have chosen surrogacy for different motivations, but all surrogates have one clear goal: to help others realize their desire to be parents. Over the years, we have met thousands of surrogates, and they talk about empowering and exiting experiences that have changed their lives forever. Tammuz Family works in collaboration all over the world for you, the intended parents, to find a suitable surrogate as fast as possible. The wait time in Colombia/ Argentina is one of Tammuz’s main advantages; it is currently only a few months. All the surrogates are Colombian/Argentinian who lives in the capital region, and they will come to the fertility clinic for the embryo-transfer process. Each surrogate has been thoroughly vetted, including medical and psychological examinations and extensive preparation for the process. During the pregnancy, the surrogates live at home with their families and continue their normal lives. They meet with the clinic staff, which closely monitors the progression of the pregnancy with the most stringent western standards. The surrogates undergo periodic blood tests and are closely monitored as is standard in the country to make sure that they are healthy in general. The surrogates’ choice to undertake this venture is motivated by their desire to help others and their hope for a better future for themselves and their families. The surrogate Prerequisites 21–39 years old Normal pregnancy and birth history No criminal background Declare that they neither smoke nor drink Medical diagnosis Psychological diagno

28 Getting started Good luck! Match with a surrogate Transfer embryos • Egg retrieval • Fertilization (create embryos) • Match with a surrogate • Prepare the surrogate • Donate sperm • Blood test • Sign documents and a surrogacy agreement • Submit documents • Medical examinations of the intended parents • Choose an egg donor The countdown

29 Return home Pregnancy test Fetal heartbeat Second trimester begins Third trimester begins Congratulations! The baby is born! • Legal proceedings • Issue birth certificate and passport Monitoring pregnancy at the fertility clinic

30 A local lawyer in Colombia/Argentina will assist and advise the intended parents throughout the surrogacy process in the country in accordance with the law and standard procedures in Colombia/Argentina. Their services will include, among other things, drafting the surrogacy contract between the intended parents and the surrogate and registering the baby immediately after he or she is born. Colombia: The biological father will be listed on the birth certificate alongside the surrogate, who signs a document Legally, she waives all parental rights. In the next step, the parents will contact the court through the Colombian lawyer, to remove the surrogate’s name from the birth certificate. This procedure is expected to take several months to a year. (mostly, without the need for the parents’ physical presence). Argentina: both parents will be listed on the birth certificate The baby will be entitled to a Colombian/Argentinian passport with which he or she can leave the country with the parents. The expected length of stay after the birth is about 3-4 weeks. Legal support What happens after the birth?

31 Mexico plan

32 In Mexico, the average process from start to finish lasts about 18-20 months Tammuz Family offers the fullest, most comprehensive, and safest surrogacy plan with the renewed Mexico plan. The programs were built from Tammuz’s experience over the years with the objective of giving parents security, both medical and financial. Who is the plan right for? Everyone! Single men and women, same-sex couples, and opposite-sex couples.

33 All the medical procedures, from fertilization to embryo transfer, are performed at the fertility clinic. The state-of-the-art clinic is located in one of the best areas in the city, and it has a skilled and professional staff that includes doctors, nurses, psychologists, embryologists and lab technicians. They all work together to provide intended parents with the best personal and professional service. The extensive pregnancy monitoring also takes place at the clinic and is adapted to western standards. The clinic staff speaks English and Spanish fluently. The clinic We are proud to work with the leading clinic ReproVida in Mexico City REPROVIDA

34 The donors Choosing the egg donor is a very emotional step in the surrogacy process, and we know how important it is for intended parents. All the donors are Latinas living in Mexico City. You can choose the egg donor from a large database; their profiles are available and include information, such as: The donors are all 20–30 years old and all have been thoroughly vetted, including psychological testing, their suitability for the egg-donor process, blood tests, genetic testing (as necessary) and more. The donors undergo egg retrieval at the fertility clinic. A personal questionnaire Employment Medical information Hobbies Pictures Family medical history Education

35 The special, wonderful woman who will help you realize your dream of parenthood will have chosen surrogacy for different motivations, but all surrogates have one clear goal: to help others realize their desire to be parents. Over the years, we have met thousands of surrogates, and they talk about empowering and exiting experiences that have changed their lives forever. Tammuz Family works in collaboration all over the world for you, the intended parents, to find a suitable surrogate as fast as possible. The wait time for a surrogate in Mexico is one of Tammuz’s main advantages; it is currently only a few months. All the surrogates are Mexicans who live in Mexico City. They will come to the fertility clinic for the embryo-transfer process. Each surrogate has been thoroughly vetted, including medical and psychological examinations and extensive preparation for the process. During the pregnancy, the surrogates live at home with their families and continue their normal lives. They meet with the clinic staff, which closely monitors the progression of the pregnancy with the most stringent western standards. The surrogates undergo periodic blood tests and are closely monitored as is standard in the country to make sure that they are healthy in general. The surrogates’ choice to undertake this venture is motivated by their desire to help others and their hope for a better future for themselves and their families. The surrogate Prerequisites 21–39 years old Normal pregnancy and birth history No criminal background Declare that they neither smoke nor drink Medical diagnosis Psychological diagno

36 Getting started Good luck! Match with a surrogate Transfer embryos • Egg retrieval • Fertilization (create embryos) • Match with a surrogate • Prepare the surrogate • Donate sperm • Blood test • Sign documents and a surrogacy agreement • Submit documents • Medical examinations of the intended parents • Choose an egg donor The countdown

37 Return home Pregnancy test Fetal heartbeat Second trimester begins Third trimester begins Congratulations! The baby is born! • Legal proceedings • Issue birth certificate and passport Monitoring pregnancy at the fertility clinic

38 A local lawyer in Mexico will assist and advise the intended parents throughout the surrogacy process in accordance with the law and standard procedures in the country. Their services will include, among other things, drafting the surrogacy contract between the intended parents and the surrogate and registering the baby immediately after he or she is born, and obtaining a birth certificate immediately after the birth. At the end of the legal process, the baby will receive a local birth certificate. The baby will be only entitled to a passport similar to his/her parents’ nationality. The expected length of stay in Mexico after the birth is about 6 weeks. Legal support What happens after the birth?

39 Georgia plan

40 In Georgia the average process from start to finish lasts 18-20 months In recent years, Georgia has become of the preferred surrogacy destinations for heterosexual couples. This is because of the stable legal foundation and advanced medical services, as well as the flight to Georgia being relatively short for those Intended Parents based in Europe and the Middle East. We are happy to offer a variety of personalized plans - whether you have embryos already or you need to create them in Georgia, with or without an egg donor. Who is the plan right for? By law, surrogacy in Georgia is intended for opposite-sex couples only. The couples must be married and have been sharing a household for at least a year.

41 GGRC is one of the foremost fertility clinics in Georgia, which prides itself on its professional background and extensive experience. The clinic staff consists of international, German, and Georgian doctors and professionals, who together make GGRC the most reliable and high-quality IVF medical center in Georgia. Monitoring the pregnancy as part of the surrogacy process in Georgia will be carried out in one of the clinics with which we work in Georgia. The examination protocol is rigorous, and it includes frequent ultrasounds, a nuchal scan, fetal protein tests, a glucose challenge test, and more. The birth will take place in a private hospital in the capital, Tbilisi. • Two embryos may be transferred • Day 3 or day 5 embryo transfers are available The clinic We are proud to work with the leading fertility clinic in Georgia GGRC Dr. Nino Museridze

42 The donors Choosing the egg donor is a very emotional step in the surrogacy process, and we know how important it is for the intended parents. All the donors are Georgian living in the capital Tbilisi. You can choose the egg donor from a large database; their profiles are available and include information, such as: The donors are all 20–30 years old and all have been thoroughly vetted, including psychological testing, their suitability for the egg-donor process, blood tests, genetic testing (as necessary) and more. The donors undergo egg retrieval at the fertility clinic. A personal questionnaire Employment Medical information Hobbies Pictures Family medical history Education

43 The special, wonderful woman who will help you realize your dream of parenthood will have chosen surrogacy for different motivations, but all surrogates have one clear goal: to help others realize their desire to be parents. Over the years, we have met thousands of surrogates, and they talk about empowering and exiting experiences that have changed their lives forever. Tammuz Family works in collaboration all over the world for you, the intended parents, to find a suitable surrogate as fast as possible. The wait time for a surrogate is one of Tammuz’s main advantages; it is currently only a few months. The surrogates in Georgia live in the beautiful city of Tbilisi and its surroundings. Each surrogate has been thoroughly vetted before they were accepted to the program. During the pregnancy, the surrogates live with their families and maintain their usual lifestyles. The surrogates come for scheduled visits with the medical staff at the GGRC fertility clinic, which closely monitors the progression of the pregnancy with the most stringent western standards. The surrogates undergo standard pregnancy examinations in addition to periodic blood tests to make sure that they are healthy in general. The surrogates’ choice to undertake this venture is motivated by their desire to help others and their hope for a better future for themselves and their families. The surrogate Prerequisites 21–39 years old Normal pregnancy and birth history No criminal background Declare that they neither smoke nor drink Medical diagnosis Psychological diagno

44 Getting started Good luck! Clinic visit Transfer embryos • Choose a donor (if necessary) • Donate sperm • Sign agreements for medical services Prepare and submit documents Transport/create embryos • Wait for a surrogate • Receive profile and parents’ approval The countdown

45 Return home Pregnancy test Fetal heartbeat detection Second trimester begins Third trimester begins Congratulations! The baby is born! • Legal proceedings • Issue birth certificate and passport Monitoring pregnancy at the fertility clinic

46 The support includes signing an agreement between the parents and the surrogate (and the egg donor if necessary) and arranging registration of the baby immediately after the birth with the names of both parents. • The legal foundation in Georgia is stable and clarifies the parents’ rights even before the embryo transfer • An agreement will be signed between the intended parents and the surrogate (if there is an egg donor, a tripartite agreement will be signed that includes the donor) The baby will be entitled to a passport similar to his/her parents’ nationality at the end of a legal process. Only afterward will the baby be able to leave Georgia with his/ her parents. The expected length of stay in Georgia is about 5 weeks from the newborn’s discharge from the hospital. Legal support What happens after the birth?

47 Unique preparatory parenthood workshops

48 Over the years, we have guided hundreds of future parents on their journeys. Beyond personal guidance and ongoing support, we have developed unique, professional workshops for parents with the participation of leading professionals from various fields.

49 The big day arrives! After the excitement, the questions, the waiting, and the expectations – the wonderful day is about to arrive! The Tammuz team will prepare you and furnish you with all the up-to-date and relevant information you need. All that remains is for us to thank you for having chosen Tammuz to lead you along this wonderful journey and to wish you good luck! Tammuz Family is with you for the entire journey. We will walk every step with you until your family returns home, complete.

51 FAQ

52 Can I talk to parents who have been through the process with Tammuz? Absolutely. We would be happy to put you in contact with parents who have been through the surrogacy journey with us. This will let you get familiar with the process and ask all the questions you’d like. Do I have to speak fluent English to go through the surrogacy process? The clinics we have longstanding relationships with are used to receiving future parents from all over the world, and they will be able to converse with you in English. In addition, keep in mind that most of the contracts and documents are in English (and there are translation services that can be hired). While the Colombia, Mexico, and Georgia plans are mediated by Tammuz and require minimum communication with the surrogate and various service providers, for the US surrogacy process, at least one of the future parents should speak English. How long does it take to complete the surrogacy process? This variable changes from plan to plan and from parent to parent, based on the changing circumstances and needs. In general, we can say that the average duration of the surrogacy process is about a year and a half to two years. Can we try for a twin birth? First and foremost, it’s important to know that a multiple-embryo pregnancy is high-risk and is not recommended. There are countries that have the option of transferring two embryos (US and Georgia), and there are countries where, due to the higher risk of premature births, transferring more than one embryo is not permitted (Colombia/Argentina and Mexico). Are there financing options for the process? Today, all banks offer loans with special conditions for the surrogacy process. Check with each bank. In addition, you can try fundraising on crowdfunding platforms.

53 Can I switch plans? Absolutely, you change plans for free as long as no action at the destination where you began the process has been performed yet. You can switch between plans afterward too depending on the stage you’re at and the terms of the new plan you’ve chosen. I have embryos already. Can I use them? Absolutely, Tammuz Family offers a variety of plans that enable using the intended parents’ existing embryos. For more information, contact Tammuz’s experts. Can I go through the surrogacy process as a single person? Absolutely. Currently, there are countries that allow surrogacy for single persons, including USA, Mexico, Colombia/Argentina. Do we have to be married to start the process? It depends on the plan. In the US, Colombia, Mexico, and Israel plan, the parents do not have to be married to start the process. In the Georgia plan, the law requires the couple to have been married/common-law spouses for at least a year prior to beginning the journey. Is there an age limit? Yes, in Colombia/Argentina the maximum age for the process is 54. In the US, Georgia, and Mexico, the maximum age is 60. What happens if the surrogacy destination is closed off? Over our years of operations, we have dealt with legal changes in different countries. If, for any reason, a surrogacy destination is closed off, we at Tammuz will examine every possibility to continue your process at an alternative destination while minimizing costs as much as possible.

55 This is a personal letter to anyone who dreams of children. May 2008 Several years ago, my partner and I were in a similar place to the one you’re in now. We wanted a kid. We really wanted a kid. And, like you, we also couldn’t do it alone. After thorough research, we decided to go through the surrogacy process in the United States. Along the way, I learned several things. I learned that there are lots of couples and individuals who dream of having babies but just don’t have enough money to finance the process. I also learned that those who are in the process often find themselves lost and yearning for guidance – the process is medically, legally and emotionally complex. Every decision can change your future, and you have to work with doctors, labs, lawyers and foreign authorities in foreign countries and in foreign languages. I decided to do something - I quit the job I had held for years as a senior manager in a high-tech company so that I could help out people who dreamed of having a baby and show them the way. We don’t discriminate on the basis of religion, race, sex, or sexual orientation. And we always work in accordance with the laws of Israel and the countries where we operate. We are here to take you on the easiest, fastest, safest, and no less importantly, the cheapest path there is. You keep dreaming about starting a family. We’ll make sure it comes true. Doron Mamet-Meged Tammuz Family Founder

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