Albert
& Amin
On my first visit to India I asked Dr.
Samit why he did this and specifically, why he worked with gay people wanting
to be parents. His answer will forever ring in my heart. Because in-deed, No
one should dictate who can love and raise a child based on preconceived
prejudices. If there is true love and a heartfelt desire to create and raise
your own family, do so.
It is said that good
things come to those who wait. It could not be any truer in our case! After
contacting and exchanging emails with surrogacy agencies, we found our match
with Kiran Infertility Centre. In De-cember 2010 we signed our agreement and
began our journey preparing to be parents within a year. Nature had better
plans for us! After my first visit to Hyderabad India in March we thought that
within a year from then we'd be parents. Again, Nature had better plans for us.
2011 came and went and we started getting a bit discouraged. Was it us? Are we
too old? Were we not meant to be parents? Was it a sign that we should give up?
Through this process, Anjani and Dr. Samit were very supportive. Reading about
people who had started this journey with us and after us becoming parents was a
bit intimidat-ing, and they were able to explain to us in a way we could
understand that science, technology and na-ture must come together at the right
time to achieve success.
2012
began with our renewed determination to " help wake our baby from sleep in
another place and join us here on Earth". This time everything came
together at the right time and we received good news in June! We were pregnant!
We have felt the pain of losing babies during the first trimester and were on
pins and needles through the first 12 weeks again! Anjani and Dr. Samit kept us
updated without over promises yet still positive. The bi-weekly updates were
just enough information to keep us excited and still on an even keel. I had
asked the team at KIC to please give me notice so that I could be present for
my baby's birth. I had envisioned that day to be during an Indian Holiday and
had even asked about what festivities would be happening around the time of my
baby's expected delivery date.
Unfortunately,
there were none in that time period. Nature had her own plans! I received the
call on January 10, 2013 at about 11 am from Anjani. In his typical casual
voice he told me that our surrogate had elevated blood pressure and that meant
the time was close! I had about 2 hours to rush home and pack to make the next
flight to India! As a true father, I forgot to pack almost everything we had
been
preparing for this event.
I forgot baby bottles, baby formula, and all the things that dads are supposed
to be in charge of bringing for a birth!
Anjani
said that there would be baby stores close to the Service Apartment I would be
staying at where I could redeem myself. Sure enough, there were two shopping
centers close by with enough baby items that I was able to prepare for my
baby's birth. The Service Apartment is a blessing because Saly, with her years
of experience in baby care, was able to tell me exactly what I would be
needing, and in weeks to come, how to properly care for my newborn!
Magen Sophia was born on
January 14. If that day was not special enough, the country's sky was filled
with a myriad, if not more, of kites flown by children and children at heart!
You see, she was born on an Indian holi-day after all! Makar Sankranti. A day
that observes the winter harvest and the coming of Spring. Makar Sankranti
signifies that we should turn away from the darkness of delusion in which we
live, and begin to enjoy a new life with bright light within us to shine
brighter and brighter. We should gradually begin to grow in purity, wisdom and
knowledge even as the Sun does from the Day of Makar Sankranti.
If
this day could have been completely orchestrated by Kiran Infertility Clinic,
it still could not have been as perfect a day for my daughter's birth. A day
with so much color in the sky. Happy children on roof tops. And a reminder that
we must always move towards the Light and never to Dakness. The hospital staff
where my daughter was born was so helpful and understanding. I had initial
con-cerns over hospital settings I am familiar with and a hospital in India
which I had never been to. Quickly I learned that the hospital's concern over
my baby's health and well-being was a top priori-ty, as was the health and well
being of every baby born there. Were there any hiccups during my stay in
Hyderabad? Sure. No trip of any kind would be complete without some. But Anjani
and KIC made sure that I had everything I needed in paperwork as they were
hearing was needed from offic-es in charge of our departure visas.
Regulations and laws are constantly changing these days in India for
surrogacy. That means more paperwork. KIC keeps up with these demands even if
last minute! I can certainly understand a busy season demands much attention
and Anjani could be counted on being at the office until late hours. When I was
denied an exit Visa letter from FRRO until the date they had designated I
should receive it, they spoke to the officials concerned and made sure that I
had that letter with enough time to calm my nerves down and pack for our
journey home. I left India February 14th with a wonderful Valentine's Day Gift!
Con-cerns over surrogates and their health and well-being are real. We will
always be ap-preciative for what our surrogate did for us. I told her that her
gift to us would never be taken for granted. It may take time and perseverance,
but really, Great things come to those who wait!
~Albert and Amin
Congratulations to Kishore and Lori from USA on the birth of their son though our Gestational Surrogacy program! the healthy baby boy weighing 2100 gms was born on 2nd August 2013! 3 cheers to the dedicated team at the Kiran Infertility Center and the surrogate mother!
Days after we were back home. Then, we received a mail
from Anjani explaining that the implantation of our first embryos had been done
after fertilization. Days seemed years, until one Wednesday afternoon of
October, Anjani prudently wrote us that our beta value was high enough to be
possibly pregnant… At this moment, everything changed... We could n´t wait to
project ourselves in our new life and wondering: are they two? Just one? A boy?
A girl? Luckily, Anjani confirmed us soon that we were pregnant of one. The
countdown just began… Days after days, weeks after weeks Anjani kept in touch
with us through pictures and video where we could see our future baby growing
and ensure that the surrogate was well… 
It is said that good
things come to those who wait. It could not be any truer in our case! After
contacting and exchanging emails with surrogacy agencies, we found our match
with Kiran Infertility Centre. In De-cember 2010 we signed our agreement and
began our journey preparing to be parents within a year. Nature had better
plans for us! After my first visit to Hyderabad India in March we thought that
within a year from then we'd be parents. Again, Nature had better plans for us.
2011 came and went and we started getting a bit discouraged. Was it us? Are we
too old? Were we not meant to be parents? Was it a sign that we should give up?
Through this process, Anjani and Dr. Samit were very supportive. Reading about
people who had started this journey with us and after us becoming parents was a
bit intimidat-ing, and they were able to explain to us in a way we could
understand that science, technology and na-ture must come together at the right
time to achieve success.
There is an energy in India, at once magnetic and peaceful, that pulled us there to begin our journey to father-hood, in late 2010. We never hesitated or doubted that this was absolutely the right decision for us. In April 2012, we returned to Hyderabad be there for the birth of our twin sons, Fox Henry and Foster Wesley. Our 
"Jacob is now just over 2 years old, and growing up to be a loving, healthy, bright and inquisitive boy, full of vitality. He was conceived through 'IVF' by Dr. Sekhar and carried to term in July 2010 by a wonderful lady who lived at the Kiran IVF Center during the entire pregnancy. I was fortunate to meet her after Jacob's birth and convey my sincere gratitude. It goes without saying that my gratitude also extends to Dr. Samit Sekhar, his expertise, and the services provided through the Kiran Infertility Center, for Jacob, and, that he is in my life."
Dr Kiran Sekhar celebrated her birth day on 26th July. She is our medical Director and the main reason be-hind the Success of our IVF and Surrogacy program. Her untiring hard work, skill and dedication has brought happiness and joy to thousands of infertile couples from across the globe.
Needless to say 2 years and three months after the birth of our precious baby girl Ashton, we are still at times scared to death. but we are beginning to get our bearings as parents. We may not be as spontaneous as we once were but we have never been happier. We owe this happiness to the wonderful Dr's and staff at the Kiran Infertility Center, Hyderabad. India.
I grew up in a city south of China and moved to Canada in 1995 with my family. As a child, I had always been the loving one who brought home little pets. I've had three cats, two rabbits, a turtle, don’t-remember-how-many chicken, ducks, fish, and pigeons. I brought them home, played with them for a few days, and then my parents would raise them for me. This didn't seem to have stopped at childhood as eight months ago I brought home three little babies and needless to say, my parents are helping me raise them.
y met at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana to earn their undergraduate degrees. Russell was the pianist for Richard's private voice lessons. The two became an official couple in 1998. After graduation, Richard and Russell made the big move to New York, where Richard pursues his singing career and Russell teaching at Tappan Zee High School, serving as Director of Choral Activities. Richard enjoys gardening and landscaping when he doesn't have Rhys in his arms. He also enjoys learning new music repertoire to try out on Rhys and making song recordings with our in house mini studio. His first and most favourite current hobby is taking pictures of Rhys and making videos.
Russell Wagoner
Felix Yang
We had been married for 3 years when I had an operation which led to us not being able to have biological children the natural way. we started to look into possible infertility centers in India. It was fantastic having someone local (Hyderabad) who could actually have a look at prospective clinics and finally recommended Kiran Infertility Center in Hyderabad For More>>
We first met Dr Kiran and Dr Samit in Barcelona ( Spain) at the annual ESHRE fertility conference in 2008 as we were looking to have IVF treatment using donor eggs and donor sperm. We were immediately impressed with their knowledge and obvious expertise in this field and traveled to India in September 2008. For More>>
Brad Fister and Michael's daughter, who they named Ashton, is the first surrogate child of an American couple in Hyderabad. Fister had come to Kiran Infertility Center last year when he donated his sperm which was fused with an egg donated by an Indian egg donor. The resultant embryo was then implanted in a surrogate mother and this entire procedure was carried out at KIC
The happy Shannon and Patri Friedmann (from California, USA) with Dr Kiran. Their baby girl Iselle was born on 30-Aug 2010.
A patient, who after 14 missed abortions, had successfully delivered a boy baby after taking treatment at our Clinic. This is one of our greatest achievements. 
We have been together over 10 years and have been trying to start a family for the last five years with no success, when a friend mentioned we should check into surrogacy in India . We were in contact with the Kiran clinic and before we knew it we booked our trip to India.For More
Twenty six hours on the plane and I'm finally home. Thank you Dr. Samit and Anjani for being such wonderful hosts. Everything was perfect. Your thoughfulness and attention to detail made my stay effortless.For More
IWe have returned home safe and sound.
Thank you all so much for what you have done for us. The experience was very pleasant and it was very easy to work with you. We truly appreciate everyone who is helping us along our journey.
I am so truely happy for the new parents. You are so blessed! Congrats to the clinic on your success. Kevin and I are excited to begin our journey with you all next month
No words to xpress our gratitude.....thanks a lot for each and every one in the center
Our twins are now 5 months old!!! Both are still very healthy, growing fast, and of course...the greatest love of our lives.For More
Reggie Wright
Niak and David with their kid ! Conceived fifteenth April In Kiran Infertility Center... 
Here we are at the convention in NYC with some of the amazing people helping addto our family!For More
"Testimonial by Thomas and Suzanne Lloyd – The Family picture of Thomas and Suzanne Lloyd with their twins born on 29th December 2011.. For More
Dear Dr Samit and Anjani