Anna-Mae and Marcus Mistanoglu, known from ‘90 Day Fiancé,’ have officially become parents, welcoming their son through a surrogate in Ukraine. Their journey to meet their newborn involved navigating a challenging trip into a war-affected area, where their surrogate resides. The couple recently recounted their experience bringing baby Gokhan John home, expressing immense relief that he is now safe and healthy.
The Journey to Ukraine
The road to Ukraine was fraught with difficulties. Anna-Mae discovered that Marcus’s visa permitted only one entry, meaning he couldn’t return after entering Ukraine. Consequently, Anna-Mae had to complete the second part of the journey alone. She credited the nonprofit organization, Project Dynamo, for their invaluable support during this time. “They organized everything, from travel to a safe stay in Ukraine, and were by my side the entire time,” Anna-Mae shared.
Crossing Borders and Health Scares
The couple’s journey included crossing the border from Warsaw on foot to reach Lviv, Ukraine, for official documents and to collect their son. Meanwhile, Marcus faced a health scare in Poland, requiring an ambulance due to chest pain. Thankfully, a Project Dynamo member stayed with him until Anna-Mae could reunite with him, ensuring he received proper care. After returning to Poland, Marcus’s tests showed he was in good health.
Welcoming Baby Gokhan
Anna-Mae successfully crossed back into Warsaw carrying baby Gokhan, who weighed in at just 5.3 pounds and measured 18 inches. She also provided an update on their surrogate, stating, “She’s doing wonderfully! I had the chance to meet her, and she’s such an incredible woman!” Since announcing their decision to pursue surrogacy on Instagram in January, fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of their child. Notably, Anna-Mae has three older sons from a previous relationship, making this Marcus’s first child.
Life After ‘90 Day Fiancé’
The couple appeared on season seven of ’90 Day Fiancé’ and are featured in various spin-offs on TLC. They are also beekeepers, running their business, Beauty and the Bees Honey. For more insights into the journey of family creation, you might find our other blog post on home insemination interesting, which explores different avenues for expanding your family.
Additional Resources
If you’re interested in learning more about pregnancy resources, check out the CDC’s excellent guide on infertility. For those considering self insemination, this site is an authority on the topic.
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In summary, Anna-Mae and Marcus Mistanoglu’s journey to parenthood through surrogacy has been filled with challenges, but their love for their son shines through. With the support of organizations like Project Dynamo, they successfully navigated their way to bringing baby Gokhan home safely.