Colombia Surrogacy: What Happens If Your First Embryo Transfer Fails?
Understanding IVF outcomes and CanBaby Surrogacy’s $59,000 and $75,000 programs
Updated November 1, 2026
For many intended parents considering Colombia surrogacy, the biggest concern is not the first embryo transfer. It is what happens if that transfer fails.
Will another attempt cost more money? Will the fertility clinic recommend a different surrogate? Could several unsuccessful transfers significantly increase the total cost of the journey?
These questions matter, especially for families who have already spent years pursuing fertility treatment.
At CanBaby Surrogacy, we believe intended parents deserve clear answers before they sign a contract. Our founder brings nearly 20 years of IVF embryology experience to the consultation process. This background helps us explain both the medical realities of embryo transfer and the financial differences between treatment programs.
CanBaby offers two principal Colombia surrogacy packages for families with different needs. Our $75,000 Guaranteed Birth Package combines donor-egg IVF with gestational surrogacy. Our $59,000 Existing Embryo Package serves families who already have frozen embryos at a fertility clinic outside Colombia.
Both programs provide comprehensive surrogacy services. However, they handle unsuccessful embryo transfers differently.
Why Does an Embryo Transfer Sometimes Fail?
Even an experienced IVF laboratory cannot guarantee that every embryo will produce a pregnancy.
Several factors influence implantation. These include embryo development, chromosomal status, sperm and egg quality, and the uterine environment.
A good-looking embryo may fail to implant despite careful laboratory preparation. Sometimes, an embryo implants successfully but the pregnancy ends in an early miscarriage.
Neither outcome automatically means that the fertility clinic or gestational surrogate made a mistake.
Embryo Quality and Chromosomal Abnormalities
Embryologists evaluate embryos according to their development and appearance.
A blastocyst with favorable morphological features may have a higher chance of success than an embryo with less favorable characteristics. However, appearance alone cannot reveal every chromosomal abnormality.
Some embryos carry genetic abnormalities that prevent implantation or contribute to miscarriage.
Preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy, or PGT-A, can provide additional information in selected cases. However, not every patient benefits from this testing, and PGT-A cannot guarantee a healthy pregnancy.
Sperm Quality and Embryo Development
Sperm quality also plays an important role in IVF.
A semen analysis examines sperm concentration, motility and morphology. These results help fertility specialists evaluate male reproductive health and plan treatment.
Although a routine semen analysis cannot predict every aspect of embryo development, it provides valuable information before an IVF cycle begins.
For this reason, CanBaby reviews sperm quality before accepting clients into our Guaranteed Birth program.
The Gestational Surrogate’s Uterine Environment
The surrogate’s uterine environment also contributes to implantation.
Before an embryo transfer, the Colombian fertility team evaluates the surrogate’s medical history, uterine condition and endometrial preparation.
The physician then selects an appropriate treatment protocol.
One unsuccessful transfer does not necessarily indicate a uterine problem. The medical team should review the complete cycle before recommending further investigations or a different surrogate.
What Happens After a Failed Embryo Transfer in Colombia?
When an embryo transfer fails, the treating fertility team reviews the cycle before planning another attempt.
The physician may examine the embryo’s developmental history, warming results, endometrial preparation and transfer procedure.
The team also considers previous IVF outcomes and any relevant medical findings.
Does Every Failed Transfer Require More Testing?
Not necessarily.
Sometimes, the medical team finds no specific concern and recommends another transfer using a similar protocol.
In other situations, previous pregnancy losses or repeated unsuccessful transfers may justify further investigation.
The goal is to identify factors that could influence the next attempt.
At CanBaby, we do not believe that every failed transfer should automatically lead to expensive tests or experimental treatments.
Medical evidence and the patient’s individual history should guide the next step.
How Soon Can Another Transfer Take Place?
The appropriate timing depends on the surrogate’s medical condition, the treatment protocol and embryo availability.
The physician determines when the surrogate can safely begin another cycle.
For intended parents, the next important question concerns cost. Different surrogacy packages may cover different numbers of embryo transfers.
That distinction can significantly affect the total treatment budget.
CanBaby’s $75,000 Guaranteed Birth Package in Colombia
CanBaby offers a USD $75,000 Guaranteed Birth Package for eligible intended parents who need donor eggs, IVF treatment and gestational surrogacy.
The program uses sperm from an eligible intended father and eggs from a screened donor.
Our partner fertility clinic in Bogotá coordinates fertilization, embryo culture and the medical treatment process. A gestational surrogate then carries the pregnancy.
What Does the $75,000 Package Cover?
The package combines egg donation, IVF treatment and gestational surrogacy within one coordinated program.
It covers donor-related services, IVF laboratory procedures, surrogate screening and matching, surrogate compensation, pregnancy care and delivery-related services according to the program agreement.
The package also provides specified insurance coverage for the gestational surrogate and newborn. Newborn insurance extends through the first three months, subject to the insurance policy.
One of the program’s most important features is its unlimited embryo transfer coverage.
For eligible clients, CanBaby provides covered embryo transfer attempts until one live birth under the agreed medical and contractual conditions.
If the first transfer fails, the program does not charge a separate fee for another covered transfer.
What Does Guaranteed Birth Actually Mean?
Guaranteed Birth does not mean that the first embryo transfer will succeed.
IVF outcomes depend on biological factors that no clinic can fully control.
Instead, the program offers a broader treatment commitment for clients who meet its eligibility requirements.
The signed agreement explains the program’s coverage, exclusions and conditions for continued treatment.
We believe this structure offers particularly strong value for intended parents who want greater protection against repeated transfer costs.
Learn more about our Egg Donation IVF and Surrogacy in Colombia program.
Why CanBaby Reviews Sperm Quality Before International Travel
Our Guaranteed Birth program has specific medical acceptance criteria.
Because the program includes donor-egg IVF and repeated embryo transfers, the intended father’s sperm quality must meet the required standards.
We therefore encourage prospective clients to complete their initial semen analysis before traveling to Bogotá.
Complete a Semen Analysis in Your Home Country
A prospective client can arrange a semen analysis at a qualified fertility clinic or medical laboratory in their own city.
For example, someone living in Vancouver, Seattle, London or Paris can begin the process locally.
The laboratory examines sperm concentration, motility, morphology and other relevant parameters.
The client then submits the report securely to CanBaby for medical review.
Our team coordinates the assessment with the Colombian fertility specialists.
The medical team may request additional examinations or infectious-disease screening before confirming eligibility.
Why We Prefer to Review Results Before You Travel
Imagine traveling from Canada or Europe to Bogotá for a fertility consultation.
You purchase international flights, reserve a hotel and take time away from work.
After arriving, you complete a semen analysis and discover that your sperm parameters do not meet the Guaranteed Birth program’s requirements.
You may now face unexpected disappointment, travel expenses and lost time.
We want to prevent that situation whenever possible.
By reviewing semen analysis results before travel, CanBaby can identify potential eligibility concerns early.
If the initial findings meet the program’s criteria, we can continue with the remaining medical assessment and travel planning.
If the findings raise concerns, we can discuss further evaluation or alternative options before the client spends money on international travel.
Medical Screening Comes Before Program Acceptance
Our goal is not to accept every prospective client into the Guaranteed Birth program.
We want to determine whether the program suits the client’s medical circumstances.
A preliminary semen analysis provides an important starting point, but it does not replace the full medical evaluation.
The treating fertility team makes the final medical eligibility decision.
This approach reflects CanBaby’s commitment to practical fertility guidance and responsible treatment planning.
Learn more About CanBaby Surrogacy.
How Unlimited Embryo Transfers Help Manage Financial Risk
A failed embryo transfer can create emotional disappointment. It can also create unexpected expenses when a program charges separately for each additional attempt.
CanBaby’s $75,000 Guaranteed Birth Package addresses this concern through its repeated-transfer coverage.
Eligible clients do not pay an additional transfer fee each time the medical team recommends another covered attempt.
What Happens When the First Transfer Fails?
The fertility team reviews the unsuccessful cycle and decides whether another transfer is appropriate.
If the client continues to meet the program’s requirements, the team can proceed with another covered attempt under the agreement.
The program’s transfer coverage continues until one live birth, subject to its medical and contractual conditions.
What About Additional IVF or Donor Cycles?
Intended parents should understand the distinction between embryo transfers and other fertility procedures.
The signed agreement determines how the program handles embryo availability, additional donor cycles, medical exclusions and exceptional circumstances.
Unlimited transfer coverage does not automatically mean that every possible medical expense falls within the package.
Before enrollment, clients should review these provisions carefully.
In our experience, a clear contract matters just as much as an attractive advertised price.
CanBaby’s $59,000 Existing Embryo Surrogacy Package
Many intended parents already have frozen embryos at a fertility clinic in Canada, the United States or another country.
They may have completed IVF using their own eggs and sperm, donor eggs or another appropriate reproductive arrangement.
These families do not necessarily need another IVF cycle.
CanBaby offers a USD $59,000 Existing Embryo Surrogacy Package for intended parents who want to transport their embryos to Bogotá and proceed with gestational surrogacy.
How Does the Existing Embryo Program Work?
The process begins with a review of the embryos and their laboratory records.
Our Colombian partner clinic evaluates the available information and confirms whether it can accept the embryos.
CanBaby then coordinates the transportation process with the original fertility clinic and a qualified cryogenic shipping provider.
Once the embryos arrive in Bogotá, the medical team can plan treatment with the gestational surrogate.
The package includes surrogate screening and matching, surrogate compensation, endometrial preparation, embryo transfer, pregnancy monitoring and agreed delivery-related services.
It also includes specified surrogate and newborn insurance coverage under the program terms.
International embryo transportation generally carries a separate charge unless the signed quotation states otherwise.
Why Does This Package Cost Less?
The $59,000 package does not include a new donor-egg IVF cycle.
The intended parents already have embryos, so the program focuses on gestational surrogacy and frozen embryo transfer.
Its surrogacy-related coverage is broadly comparable to the $75,000 package.
However, the number of included embryo transfers differs.
What If Three Embryo Transfers Fail Under the $59,000 Package?
CanBaby includes three embryo transfer attempts in the $59,000 Existing Embryo Surrogacy Package.
If the first attempt fails, the medical team reviews the cycle and plans another transfer when appropriate.
The package also covers a third attempt if the second transfer does not result in pregnancy.
How Much Does a Fourth Transfer Cost?
If all three transfers fail, CanBaby charges USD $3,990 for each additional embryo transfer.
For example, a fourth transfer adds $3,990 to the program cost.
If the family needs a fifth transfer, another $3,990 transfer fee applies.
The medical team must first confirm that suitable embryos remain available and that further treatment is appropriate.
The additional transfer fee covers the services that the agreement specifies. Other expenses may apply if the family requires procedures outside the package.
Is the $59,000 Program a Guaranteed Birth Package?
No.
The $59,000 package provides three included embryo transfers rather than unlimited covered attempts until one live birth.
For families with existing embryos, this program may still offer a practical and affordable route to gestational surrogacy.
The right choice depends on the number and quality of available embryos, previous IVF outcomes and the family’s financial preferences.
Read more about Cross-Country Existing Embryo Transfer to a Surrogate in Colombia.
Colombia Surrogacy Costs: Comparing the Two Programs
Although both CanBaby packages provide comprehensive surrogacy services, they serve different medical situations.
The $75,000 Guaranteed Birth Package includes donor eggs and IVF treatment. It also provides unlimited covered embryo transfers until one live birth for eligible clients under the program agreement.
The $59,000 Existing Embryo Package serves families who already have frozen embryos. It includes three transfers and charges $3,990 for each additional attempt.
Which Package Offers Greater Transfer Coverage?
The $75,000 package offers broader transfer coverage because eligible clients do not face a separate fee for each additional covered attempt.
This can help families manage the financial uncertainty associated with repeated embryo transfers.
However, clients must meet the program’s medical acceptance criteria.
Which Package Makes Sense for Existing Embryos?
Families who already have suitable frozen embryos may prefer the $59,000 program.
They can avoid repeating the egg donation and embryo creation process.
Before deciding, they should consider the number of available embryos, previous treatment outcomes and possible additional transfer costs.
The initial price matters, but so does the complete treatment plan.
Why Embryology Experience Matters in Surrogacy Planning
Choosing a surrogacy program requires more than comparing advertised prices.
Embryo quality, laboratory procedures and medical history can influence both the treatment plan and the number of attempts a family may need.
CanBaby’s founder has nearly 20 years of experience in IVF embryology.
This background helps us discuss embryo development, cryopreservation, warming and transfer planning with intended parents.
Reviewing Existing Embryos Before Shipment
For families who already have frozen embryos, the medical team should examine the available embryology records before transportation.
These records may include embryo developmental stage, grading, freezing methods and genetic testing results.
The receiving laboratory also needs to review the relevant identification and documentation requirements.
Careful coordination helps the team prepare for embryo warming and transfer.
Avoiding Unnecessary Treatment After Failure
When a transfer fails, we encourage a careful review rather than an automatic series of expensive investigations.
Some patients benefit from additional testing. Others may proceed with another transfer without major changes.
The treating physician should make that decision using the available medical evidence.
We believe this approach supports better communication and more realistic expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colombia Surrogacy
What happens if the first embryo transfer fails in Colombia?
The fertility team reviews the cycle and determines whether another transfer is appropriate. The package agreement determines whether the next attempt involves an additional fee.
Does the $75,000 Guaranteed Birth Package include unlimited transfers?
Yes. Eligible clients receive unlimited covered embryo transfer attempts until one live birth, subject to the program’s medical and contractual conditions.
Can I complete a semen analysis before traveling to Bogotá?
Yes. CanBaby encourages prospective Guaranteed Birth clients to complete their initial semen analysis at a qualified clinic or laboratory in their home country.
What if my sperm quality does not meet the acceptance criteria?
The medical team may recommend further evaluation or discuss alternative treatment options. The Guaranteed Birth program requires medical approval before enrollment.
How many transfers does the $59,000 package include?
The Existing Embryo Surrogacy Package includes three embryo transfers.
How much does an additional embryo transfer cost?
After the three included attempts, CanBaby charges $3,990 for each additional transfer, subject to medical suitability and the program agreement.
Can I transport frozen embryos from Canada or the United States to Colombia?
Yes, if the receiving clinic accepts the embryos and the shipment meets the relevant medical, documentation and transportation requirements.
Does one failed transfer mean I need another surrogate?
Not necessarily. The medical team reviews embryo-related and uterine factors before recommending any change.
Does Guaranteed Birth mean the first transfer will succeed?
No. The program provides defined treatment coverage. It does not guarantee success on the first attempt.
Does CanBaby include insurance for the surrogate and newborn?
Both programs include specified insurance arrangements. The $75,000 Guaranteed Birth Package includes newborn insurance for the first three months, subject to policy terms.
Planning Your Colombia Surrogacy Journey With Confidence
A failed embryo transfer does not necessarily mean that a surrogacy journey must end.
However, intended parents should understand the medical and financial implications before treatment begins.
CanBaby’s $75,000 Guaranteed Birth Package combines donor-egg IVF, gestational surrogacy and unlimited covered transfers for eligible clients.
Our $59,000 Existing Embryo Package provides an alternative for families who already have frozen embryos, with three included transfers and a clearly stated additional transfer fee.
We also believe that medical screening should begin before international travel whenever possible.
For prospective Guaranteed Birth clients, reviewing sperm quality in advance can prevent unnecessary expenses and disappointment.
Our goal is to help intended parents make informed decisions based on medical suitability, clear program terms and realistic expectations.
Speak With CanBaby Surrogacy About Your Options
If you are considering Colombia surrogacy, we can help you understand which program may suit your circumstances.
You may already have embryos at a fertility clinic in another country. Alternatively, you may need donor eggs, IVF treatment and a gestational surrogate.
CanBaby can explain the available programs, coordinate an initial medical review and help you plan the next steps.
You can begin with a private consultation before making travel arrangements.
Schedule a Private Consultation With CanBaby Surrogacy
This article provides general educational information. Qualified medical professionals make treatment decisions. Signed agreements govern program eligibility, transfer coverage, insurance benefits and additional costs. No individual embryo transfer or pregnancy outcome is guaranteed.