Hi, this is Danielle Gage, Case Manager at Bright Futures Families Surrogacy, with today's Ask Question. And the question is: Do you have tips for the shots I have to do as a surrogate?

That is an excellent question. And I will admit at first those shots can be very intimidating. But as someone who has done this process several times, I can give you a few tips to make them a little easier. For progesterone and oil shots, that medication is very thick, so it really helps if you warm the medication slightly before injecting it. That will help it flow more smoothly and just make it go in a lot easier. You can also apply ice to the area to help numb the spot that you're injecting beforehand. After you've done the injection, you could try massage or use a worn compress to distribute the medication.

Because it's so thick, it really helps by doing that to reduce soreness and hopefully helps prevent any lumps that you might get. You should also be rotating injection sites to help avoid bruising or tenderness. And remember that it's totally normal to ask for help. You can always reach out to your clinic or your agency case manager to ask for help. And honestly, many partners become pros at giving injections as well. If you want to ask your partner for help, you've got this. I promise. It really does get easier with time. And really after you get past that first one, it's a lot easier. Thank you for your question.