To our future Surrogate,

Yassou/Hello from the Netherlands! It's Vassilis (32) and Stephan (40) here, an inseparable duo married for 5 years and partners in crime for 8. Nestled at the heart of our home is the star of our lives - Kenji, our enthusiastic Akita Inu, who's always ready to welcome new members to our cozy, love-filled home. As much as we love our lively fur-child, we're hopeful to add a less furry, two-legged bundle of joy into our mix. But wait, we've hit a minor snag - it turns out that storks don’t deliver to the canals of the Netherlands!

Our enchanting tale began in Leiden, Netherlands, over cups of coffee. The magic of love-at-first-sight was real, a second date quickly followed, and before we knew it, we were in tuxedos saying "I do" in 2017. Fast forward to today, we're joyfully settled in our snug nest in Leiden, and Kenji’s antics add oodles of laughter and excitement.

Our wanderlust often takes us to the stunning Greek islands every summer. But not before we pit-stop in Athens to soak in Vassilis's roots, with enough Greek salads and souvlakis! In contrast, during spring and fall, we prefer a quick dash to explore Europe's gems - Iceland's stunning hot springs are our undisputed favorite!

At home, you’ll often find us preparing traditional dishes that would make even Hercules loosen his belt a notch! We love a good board game showdown, and once we even wrangled a wild 6000-piece puzzle – talk about Dutch determination! The neighbors kids often join us for Disney movie nights on our living room wall, converting our home into the neighborhood’s coziest cinema, no popcorn machine needed.

The Dutch in us loves outdoor walks, as we explore the ancient city center of Leiden and the enchanting forests surrounding it with Kenji. Vassilis turns into a mini Hermes during his runs with Kenji, while Stephan plays Apollo, documenting their adventures on his bicycle.

Vassilis is a tax lawyer and a university assistant professor, acclaimed by his students as a mentor with the power to simplify the labyrinth of legal concepts. Stephan supports students and lecturers as a Facility Manager, aiding them in their quests for greatness. Together, we've got more love to share and lives to touch, starting with our very own child.

From the moment our love story began, our shared dream was to raise a child. As a same-sex couple, our options were limited. Adoption was our initial thought, but we craved a biological link to our future child, leading us to surrogacy. Our journey first led us to Cyprus, inspired by Vassilis's Greek heritage. However, their focus on anonymous egg donations and questionable surrogate treatment didn't sit well with us. Guided by a Dutch lawyer, our path turned towards Canada. Canada's altruistic surrogacy system captivated us. It values all parties involved, embraces known egg donations, and encourages a meaningful bond with the surrogate. Our child knowing their surrogate and donor isn't just a preference - it's a non-negotiable for us. Canada enables us to build an extended family, fostering a lasting relationship with the remarkable woman who helps us realize our parenting dream.

Where are we now in our journey?

You could say we're at the 'Egg-Embryo-Chamber' stage of our journey. We've amassed a rather remarkable soccer team of 27 embryos, with 8 of them passing the PGT-A exam with flying colors. We've set up our base camp at the esteemed VRC clinic in Windsor, Ontario. As for the star player of our team, we've got a known egg donor who’s stepped up to the plate. We just need a fantastic coach now, a.k.a. our extraordinary surrogate, who'll help us take these little embryos to the next stage of life. Ready to join our team?

In our lives, there's a moment when everything aligns. We're there, ready to hear the pitter-patter of tiny feet in our home. Stephan will scale back work as we welcome this joy, while Vassilis, blessed with flexible hours, can balance family needs. Stephan’s parents, a short drive away, are excited to spoil their first grandchild! As you explore our profile, we hope you see our love and shared values. We hope these connect with yours, forming the bedrock of a strong friendship. Yes, we're asking for help. We're two men who dream of fatherhood, but we need assistance. Yet, there's power in vulnerability, and in asking for help. Ready to join us in making a miracle, or two? Our dream goes beyond creating life; it's about building a lifelong bond with you. We want our kids to grow up knowing their amazing story, touched by extraordinary kindness.

With hope and love,

Vassilis & Stephan