Dear (hopefully soon no longer) stranger,

We believe that sometimes you need to give luck a little nudge, which is why we’re writing this letter, because we realize this could be the start of a life-changing adventure. It already means a lot to us that you’re reading this, because that means you're open to doing something truly extraordinary: giving two guys the chance to build a life filled with love.

We are Kevin and Michiel (both 36), together for over 18 years and born and raised in Amsterdam. Ever since we met as young kids in gymnastics class, we’ve felt a special connection (you could say it was love at first cartwheel). After a short teenage break, we found our way back to each other at 17 and 18, and we’ve been inseparable ever since. Since then, we’ve grown up together, shared student life, traveled far and wide, and somehow managed to survive living in 20 square meters for 3 whole years.

In 2024, we tied the knot surrounded by family and friends during a boat ride through the canals of Amsterdam. We got married the moment we’d officially spent more of our lives together than apart, a milestone that felt just right. We now live in our dream home in a leafy neighborhood in Amsterdam, surrounded by good friends and family (some literally around the corner).

Kevin works as a teacher and vice-principal at a primary school in the heart of Amsterdam. He’s a real people-person: upbeat, full of energy, and always chasing the sunny side of life. That also makes him a little impulsive at times (which explains how we’ve ended up in some of the world’s most beautiful places!). Michiel works as a communications advisor at the University of Amsterdam and is the calm, thoughtful type. He’s analytical, social, into gardening, and super handy (so if you’ve got something to plant or fix, he’s your guy).

Our weekends are a mix of workouts, catching up with friends (we live for long lunches), and spontaneous little adventures, whether it's a walk in the neighborhood or a trip somewhere new. We never run out of things to talk about and love to cook and eat together (Italian is our top pick). Together, we make a great team, kind of like pasta and pesto: different in flavor, but perfectly right together. And now, we’re hoping to add a new flavor to our lives: a little miracle we can pour all our love into.

We’re both real family people and come from close-knit families that regularly spend time together. That strong sense of family is a big part of us and it’s also why we feel there’s still a little piece missing. Creating a family of our own would mean the world. For us, this journey isn't something we take for granted. We know being a Surrogate is an incredible act of love, and we’re deeply moved by it. If that might be you, we hope you’ll always feel free to share your thoughts, needs, boundaries, and hopes with us. We’ll be there for you through the laughs, the (happy) tears, and everything in between, with the same humor and heart we bring to every big moment. You set the rhythm, and we’ll follow your lead and support you every step of the way. To us, none of this is possible without trust and mutual respect and we truly hope you feel the same. That’s why the altruistic path feels so right to us: it’s not just about growing a family, but about creating a meaningful connection.

We’re beyond grateful that Kevin’s sister, Nandy, helped us fulfil our dream by being our egg donor (and we hope you’ll get to meet our loving family!). Thanks to her, we’ve been able to freeze 20 embryos at VRC (8 PGT-A tested), which feels incredibly special. This way, our future child will not only carry a part of both of us, but also be connected to the people we love most. Our loved ones can’t wait to welcome a new little one, especially Kevin’s 87-year-old grandmother, who’s more than ready to be a great-grandma!

Thank you for taking the time to read our story. We truly hope it touches your heart and that maybe you’re the one to help make our little miracle happen. We can’t wait to meet you, to share more about our journey and our outlook on life. And above all, to hear your story.

With love,
Kevin & Michiel