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Nonprofit Organization Men Having Babies Returns to Chicago, Helping Gay Men Become Fathers

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Friday, May 12, 2023
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CHICAGO, May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Known for its unbiased, comprehensive conferences for gay men, the international nonprofit organization Men Having Babies (MHB) returns to Chicago in cooperation with Center on Halsted, along with 19 reputable gay-friendly agencies, clinics, law firms, and other surrogacy providers from the Midwest and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • The nonprofit organization Men Having Babies, now celebrating its 10-year anniversary, has already provided guidance and financial assistance to thousands of prospective gay fathers across the globe.
  • The MHB Midwest Surrogacy Conference in Chicago, June 2-3, 2023, is for gay men who wish to learn how they can have children through IVF and surrogacy.
  • For full itinerary and registration: menhavingbabies.org/chicago
    CHICAGO, May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Known for its unbiased, comprehensive conferences for gay men, the international nonprofit organization Men Having Babies (MHB) returns to Chicago in cooperation with Center on Halsted , along with 19 reputable gay-friendly agencies, clinics, law firms, and other surrogacy providers from the Midwest and beyond.
  • Men Having Babies 2023 Midwest Surrogacy Conference & Expo at the Center on Halsted (3656 North Halsted, Chicago)
    June 2, 2023 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM and June 3, 2023, 9:00 AM- 8:00 PM

FuelCell Energy to Collaborate with MHB to Deliver Solid Oxide Electrolyzers for Large-Scale Green Hydrogen Production

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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These facilities are being designed to dramatically increase the efficiency and reduce the cost of green hydrogen* production.

Key Points: 
  • These facilities are being designed to dramatically increase the efficiency and reduce the cost of green hydrogen* production.
  • Together, the companies expect to deliver electrolyzer equipment to make large-scale clean hydrogen production an easily accessible and viable energy option.
  • Due to its efficiency in producing hydrogen, FuelCell Energy’s solid oxide technology requires less energy input compared to lower efficiency and low-temperature electrolysis.
  • MHB is extremely pleased to be a go-to-market partner to FuelCell Energy to provide a solution in expediting the production of hydrogen-fueled clean energy.

Men Having Babies' Board Endorses SEEDS Standards of Ethical Conduct for Surrogacy Agencies

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Men Having Babies (MHB) is pleased to announce its board's formal endorsement of The Society for Ethics for Egg Donation and Surrogacy's (SEEDS) new Standards of Ethical Conduct for Member Agencies. These new standards constitute the first time that professionals involved in gestational surrogacy and egg donation in the United States have created self-binding standards, as compared to the longstanding ethical frameworks that apply to medical, legal, and mental health providers involved in surrogacy and egg donation. "We feel that the creation of the SEEDS Standards will serve to codify and even improve upon prevailing best practices that already set the US and Canada apart among other countries where surrogacy is practiced," said Ron Poole-Dayan, MHB's founder and executive director. "Some differences still exist between the positions of SEEDS and those of MHB, and the terminology we use is sometimes different. However, the new SEEDS Standards reflect many of the values we share, and they are a testament to the professionalism of those working in this field."

Key Points: 
  • The nonprofit Men Having Babies (MHB) is endorsing The Society for Ethics for Egg Donation and Surrogacy's (SEEDS) new Standards of Ethical Conduct for Member Agencies.
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Men Having Babies (MHB) is pleased to announce its board's formal endorsement of The Society for Ethics for Egg Donation and Surrogacy's (SEEDS) new Standards of Ethical Conduct for Member Agencies.
  • Men Having Babies is proud to have played a unique, supporting role in the development of these groundbreaking standards.
  • Men Having Babies applauds SEEDS' use of the LGBTQ+ inclusive definition of infertility to be used in screening intended parents for surrogacy.

Nonprofit Organization Men Having Babies to Hold Its First Midwest Advocacy and Research Forum for Surrogacy and LGBT Parenting

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Friday, October 7, 2022
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CHICAGO, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Known for its unbiased, comprehensive conferences for gay men, the international nonprofit organization Men Having Babies (MHB) returns to Chicago in cooperation with The Center on Halsted, along with over 20 reputable gay-friendly agencies, clinics, law firms, and other surrogacy providers from the Midwest and beyond. About 150 gay men from 20 states will gather (in-person!) to learn how they can have children through IVF and surrogacy.

Key Points: 
  • The Midwest Advocacy & Research Forum will focus on ethical surrogacy practices and the organization's work to eliminate discriminatory legal and financial barriers faced by prospective LGBTQ parents.
  • The Forum is provided as part of the expanded format annual MHB Midwest Surrogacy Conference in Chicago, October 14-15, 2022.
  • This year there is a major addition to the conference: the organization's highly popular Advocacy and Research Forum will be offered in Chicago for the first time.
  • This advocacy work is part of MHB's primary goal to broaden access to affordable parenting options for gay men.

New Federal Bill Could Allow Tax Deduction for Surrogacy Expenses, Remove Discrimination Against LGBTQ Tax Payers

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Men Having Babies (MHB) applauds the filing of the Equal Access to Reproductive Care Act by Representative Schiff (D-Burbank) and Representative Chu (D-Monterey Park). The bill will allow people to deduct assisted reproductive care, including surrogacy, as a medical expense on their tax returns, without having to demonstrate a medical/physical infertility.

Key Points: 
  • The bill will allow people to deduct assisted reproductive care, including surrogacy, as a medical expense on their tax returns, without having to demonstrate a medical/physical infertility.
  • These organizations came together to help pass a bill to reform IRS regulations which prohibit tax deductions or credits for medical expenses associated with surrogacy.
  • MHB will inform our members in the coming months on ways to encourage our representatives to support the bill.
  • Our extensive online resources include FAQs, a video library, Ask the Expert articles, and a unique surrogacy and gay parenting research library.

With California Poised to Offer IVF Coverage to LGBTQ+ Families, Prospective Gay Fathers Gather for "Surrogacy Bootcamp" In San Francisco

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Thursday, May 12, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Each year, the nonprofit organization Men Having Babies (MHB) travels to a number of cities across the U.S. and internationally to share a wealth of knowledge with gay men aspiring to become parents. These events include peer guidance, expert advice, information about financing and grants, inspirational testimonies from surrogates and fathers, and an opportunity to meet dozens of reputable surrogacy providers.

Key Points: 
  • These events include peer guidance, expert advice, information about financing and grants, inspirational testimonies from surrogates and fathers, and an opportunity to meet dozens of reputable surrogacy providers.
  • The Friday-Sunday event (May 13-15, 2022) will once again take place at San Francisco's iconic Marines Memorial Club & Hotel.
  • "We tried to offer guidance online to the best of our abilities," said Ron Poole-Dayan, MHB's Executive Director.
  • "The sponsorship allows for the opportunity to host conferences whereby we can share knowledge about egg donor/surrogacy with men who have dreamed of becoming fathers.

IVF FLORIDA'S Daniel Christie, M.D., to Discuss Options For Gay Men Who Want To Become Parents During the Fourth Annual Men Having Babies Expo And Conference

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022
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MARGATE, Fla., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gay couples and individuals who want to become parents are invited to hear guest speaker, Daniel Christie, M.D., of IVF FLORIDA Reproductive Associates, address the selection and screening of egg donors on April 30, 2022, during the Men Having Babies Expo and Conference.

Key Points: 
  • MARGATE, Fla., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gay couples and individuals who want to become parents are invited to hear guest speaker, Daniel Christie, M.D.
  • , of IVF FLORIDA Reproductive Associates , address the selection and screening of egg donors on April 30, 2022, during the Men Having Babies Expo and Conference .
  • Dr. Christie's presentation is part of the fourth annual Men Having Babies 2022 Southern Surrogacy Conference at the Pride Center at Equality Park, 2040 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors.
  • The event features presentations and opportunities to interact with over 20 reputable gay-friendly agencies, clinics, law firms, and other surrogacy providers.

"Intended Fathers and Surrogates in Florida Deserve More Support than Ever"! Men Having Babies Returns to Florida, in the Wake of Don't Say Gay, With Seminar for Gay Men

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022
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WILTON MANORS, Fla., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Each year, the nonprofit organization Men Having Babies (MHB) travels to a number of cities across the U.S. and internationally to share a wealth of knowledge with gay men aspiring to become parents. These events include peer guidance, expert advice, information about financing and grants, inspirational testimonies from surrogates and fathers, and an opportunity to meet dozens of reputable and ethical surrogacy providers.

Key Points: 
  • "The infuriating 'Don't Say Gay' bill has obviously presented a challenge as we prepare for this event, as does the continued COVID-19 situation," said Ron Poole-Dayan , Executive Director of Men Having Babies.
  • "We had some calls to boycott Florida altogether, and one surrogacy agency decided not to attend.
  • Some see any participation in Florida events (indeed, even a visit) to be an act of support for the state's political leadership.
  • Instead, we feel prospective fathers and surrogates from Florida deserve more support than ever, and together we will make the world a better place, one gay family at a time."

ReUnite Rx Announces Large Donation to the Gay Parenting Assistance Program and Significant Discounts for Hundreds of Prospective Gay Surrogacy Fathers

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021
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CHICAGO, Oct. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The new partnership between ReUnite Rx and MHB provides a boost to the organization's Gay Parenting Assistance Program (GPAP) and its Membership Benefits Program .

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Oct. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The new partnership between ReUnite Rx and MHB provides a boost to the organization's Gay Parenting Assistance Program (GPAP) and its Membership Benefits Program .
  • The discounts ReUnite RX offers will constitute a significant expansion of MHB's roster of complementary services benefits, which includes discounted and free surrogacy medications, escrow, and insurance services.
  • The removal of financial barriers to gay parents pursuing safe and ethical surrogacy continues to be one of MHB's driving missions.
  • The MHB - ReUnite Rx partnership was established via an introduction by Braun Pharma Care in Chicago, a Fertility Specialty Pharmacy participating in several ReUnite Rx programs, which now includes the MHB - ReUnite Rx partnership.

As Illinois Expands IVF Coverage to LGBTQ+ Families, Prospective Gay Fathers Across the Midwest Will Again Gather at the Men Having Babies Chicago Conference

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Friday, September 24, 2021
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This fall the organization introduced a robust COVID-safety model that allowed it to renew in-person events , starting with the New York conference on September 18-19.

Key Points: 
  • This fall the organization introduced a robust COVID-safety model that allowed it to renew in-person events , starting with the New York conference on September 18-19.
  • MHB's COVID-19 measures include requiring full vaccination and masking, providing onsite rapid testing, and using careful catering practices.
  • Therefore, starting 2022, eligible gay men may be able to save thousands of dollars on their surrogacy journey.
  • This advocacy work is part of MHB's primary goal to broaden access to affordable parenting options for gay men.