We are Junfu (33) and Clark (35), a same-sex couple originating from China, currently living in the Netherlands for over 13 years. We have been together for more than 8 years now. In past 3 years, we have shared a deep desire to expand our family by welcoming children into our lives. Both of us hold the cherished title of uncle to a total of 6 children, and our greatest wish is to extend our own family by embracing parenthood together.
Junfu: I am the only child in my family and my relationship with my family has evolved over the years as I’ve grown older. During my childhood, my parents guided me through exploring the world, nurturing my interests, and, most importantly, instilling in me the values of courage and kindness. It was a time when I learned about the world through their perspective. As I entered my teenage years, I began to develop my own thoughts and independent viewpoints. My parents respected my choices, but more importantly, they taught me to take responsibility for each decision I made. Regardless of the outcomes, they were always there to support me. As I transitioned into adulthood like now, I realized that my openness to change and new experiences often surpassed that of my parents. They gradually started relying more on my help in various matters. Family became a place filled with love and mutual support, where we faced hardships together and celebrated each other’s happiness. It’s a place where you find those who empathize with you during difficult times and share in your joy during moments of happiness.
Clark: I have a very close relationship with my big family. Even though I currently live in the Netherlands while my parents reside in China, we have video calls every week to share our joys and concerns. We listen to each other, give advice, and offer suggestions. Sometimes, the relationship between me and my parents feels more like friends, where we can openly communicate and share with each other.
Currently, we have 4 embryos passed PGTA test and 3 frozen embryos without PGTA test with the help of a KNOWN egg donor in Victory Reproductive Care. We have been looking for the surrogate in Canada for more than 1 year.
We are living in a small town nearby Amsterdam. Our house is built in the tasteful Scandinavian style with a beautiful ice -blue cladding and a lovely porch on the water. We are located in a young, child friendly and especially attractive residential area a short distance from primary school and the center of the small town.
Junfu is a compassionate individual with a great patience, especially when it comes to being around children, as he enjoys understanding the world through these children’s eyes. Clark is a problem-solver and always believes that challenges are opportunities, and he consistently discovers alternative ways to address the issues we have in our life. We find joy in embracing life’s simple pleasures-cooking, maintaining a warm and welcoming home and exploring the wonders of the world through travel. Clark likes to cook Asian food, and Junfu helps with eating 😊 and kitchen clean up. Both of us enjoy keeping our home clean and tidy since we believe that a peaceful and confirmable space contributes to relaxation and fosters a better family atmosphere. Over the past 8 years, we have traveled to over 20 countries, and among them, the experiences that have been most meaningful to us include immersing ourselves in diverse cultures, tasting different cuisines, and strengthening our relationship as a couple.
Certainly, we’ve given thorough consideration to the anticipated costs associated with surrogacy, including both base expenses and potential additional costs. We’ve extensively deliberated among ourselves and consulted with our support team to ensure that we are fully prepared for any potential financial obligations that may arise. We are committed and ready to meet all financial responsibilities that may emerge throughout this journey.
Furthermore, we’re prepared to cover any unforeseen costs that may arise, such as a C-section or other post-delivery expenses, and we want to assure you that we’ll be there to support the surrogate every step of the way, no matter the circumstance.
We are also committed to supporting our surrogate throughout the entire journey, not just financially but also emotionally. We value regular communication and look forward to sharing all the special moments together.
We want to establish a certain level of trust with the surrogate mother, building upon a foundation of friendship. During the pregnancy, we hope to maintain regular communication with the surrogate mother to ensure that we have all necessary information throughout the process and feel supportive for both parties in the journey. At the same time, we greatly respect the surrogate mother’s preferences, such as whether to use a midwife or go to the hospital. After the child is born, we hope to keep contact with the surrogate to share the milestones of the child’s growth. However, if the surrogate mother has other concerns, we will also provide ample respect.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for taking a moment to peruse our profile. It fills us with enthusiasm to connect with you and unveil our journey.