We are grateful that you have chosen to read our letter and are considering us for your surrogacy journey. Your selfless gift means the world to us, and we eagerly anticipate embarking on this heartfelt adventure together.

How We Met:

Harsh and I crossed paths in 2017 through Instagram, initially drawn together by our shared cultural roots, passion for fiery South Asian cuisine, and mutual wanderlust. What began as a casual acquaintance evolved into a deep bond over months of conversation, despite the vast distance separating us — he in India, and I in Canada. Against the odds, our connection blossomed into something more profound.

Navigating the challenges of a long-distance relationship, particularly while I pursued my Masters in Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia (UBC), was no easy feat. Yet, Harsh stood by me unwaveringly, even urging me to prioritize my academics over our relationship when necessary. He became my unwavering support, my confidant, my rock — roles he continues to fulfill to this day.

From a long distance relationship to a newlywed life during the COVID pandemic, we have overcome many obstacles in our lives on our journey to be together. Now, we are eagerly hoping to welcome a lovely Surrogate into our lives to assist us in building a family that we both deeply desire.

A Little Bit About Us:

Manmeet: I was born in India but grew up in Canada. I share a strong bond with my family, especially my younger brother. As his only sibling, I embraced the role of an older sister from an early age, cherishing every opportunity that I had to bond with him. I am an avid reader – getting lost in a good book is one of my favourite pastimes. I also enjoy playing wheelchair basketball and sledge-hockey.

Harsh: I grew up in India as an only child. I grew up having a very active childhood, playing a variety of sports. My love was badminton, and I played competitively at university level. I grew up in an intergenerational household, loving the time that I got to spend with my grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. My love is cooking! On any given day, you’ll find me lost in cooking books or bustling away in the kitchen, tweaking recipes to add my own flair.

We love to spend time outdoors (e.g., kayaking), watching shows on Netflix (we are big fans of the Bridgerton show!), and exploring new restaurants to satisfy Harsh’s passion for food as a dedicated foodie! We also love to travel, and to discover hidden gems in our city.

Our Lifestyle:

We live in a suburban home on a quiet street that is mainly composed of families with young children. We have a spacious backyard with ample space for our child to play, and we envision welcoming a dog into our family as a future companion. Located approximately an hour from Vancouver, our town offers an ideal setting for raising a family away from the hectic pace of city life. We have access to excellent hiking trails and playgrounds, making it a welcoming community for young families. We are a young couple, who love to spend time outdoors, hosting dinners for our friends and family, and discovering hidden gems in our city.

Reason for Surrogacy:

Manmeet: At just two months old, I contracted Polio. For the past 3 years, I have been experiencing medical complications. I’m currently on medications that help to maintain my health, but they are unsafe for pregnancy. As a result, we were advised to pursue surrogacy. When I received this news, I was devastated. It felt like another poignant reminder of how I could not escape the shadow of my disability. Carrying a baby had always been a cherished dream of mine as a woman; now, it felt like I faced another huge mountain on my journey towards motherhood. However, having Harsh by my side served to remind me that this wasn’t a mountain that I had to climb alone. He is one of the most caring and selfless people that I’ve ever met. His words of encouragement and unwavering support gives me strength to pursue surrogacy so that we can both achieve our shared dream of becoming parents.

Our Commitment to You:

To our Surrogate, we want to convey our heartfelt appreciation for your willingness to give us a chance to start a family. We will do our best to make your pregnancy as happy and comfortable as possible. We will do our absolute best to ensure that you feel our gratitude throughout the entire journey. We want our relationship with you to be built on trust and friendship, ensuring that you feel valued and we feel included in the pregnancy.

During the pregnancy, we would love to attend your clinic appointments (even if it’s just virtually), keep in regular contact (via calls, texting, or emails), and to be present at the birth (if that is within your comfort level). Following delivery, we are eager to nurture and expand our relationship with you, respecting your comfort level regarding the frequency of contact. If you are comfortable, we would love to share photos and milestones of our growing baby with you. We will also share with our child how they came into the world, emphasizing the incredible woman who helped to make it all possible.

We can’t even describe how much we long to meet you. Through your selfless gift, we will get to become parents, a dream that is incomplete without you. We are filled with anticipation at the thought of sharing our firsts with you – from hearing our baby’s first heartbeat, feeling their kicks, discussing our nursery plans, showing you the adorable baby clothes we’ve picked out, to finally, sharing the experience of becoming first time parents with you. We would be a team on this special journey together! 

With all of our love,

Harsh & Manmeet