Meet Joel + April

Meet Joel

About Joel (In April’s Words)—Joel is an extraordinary individual, radiating generosity and love in every aspect of his life. His unwavering support and encouragement for his family, especially the kids, create a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and motivated. A true embodiment of hard work, Joel dedicates himself tirelessly to his endeavors, always striving for excellence. His vibrant spirit is infectious; he approaches each day with enthusiasm and a genuine desire to learn and grow. Whether it's taking on new challenges or sharing wisdom with those around him, Joel's commitment to self-improvement and uplifting others defines his character. His boundless energy and devotion make him not just a remarkable man but also a cherished role model in the lives he touches.

Meet April

About April (In Joel’s Words)—My wife April is an amazing partner and an even more incredible mother. She is thoughtful, caring, fun, and one of the hardest-working people I know. Her heart is full of love, and her dedication to our family is unwavering.

We've always shared the dream of expanding our family and welcoming a child of our own. April’s energy, strength, and determination are inspiring—she’s constantly on the move, always giving her all.

She truly is a gift from God, and I am forever indebted for the love, joy, and light she brings into my life every single day.

How We Met

We met in NYC through an ancient online dating company called OKCupid! Neither one of us expected to meet our life partner through a website, but here we are! We had our first date at a cocktail bar in Sejal’s neighborhood, and exactly one year later, we were engaged, and a year after that, happily married!

Our Family

From April— I have two children from my previous marriage.  Logan is 18 and Allie is 16.  We are an adventurous fun loving family that loves to spend time outdoors and traveling together.  They are very excited about welcoming a new brother or sister into our family.

Why Surrogacy?

I have struggled with miscarriages in my previous marriage and after my 5th mis-carriage made the decision that I couldn’t keep going through the ups and downs of pregnancy on my own.  When Joel and I started dating we didn’t think surrogacy would be an option for us but couldn’t shake the feeling that we wanted children of our own.  So after years of preparing both we decided to take the risk and move forward with putting our dreams into motion.  We know that surrogacy can be a complex and emotional path, but it also offers us hope and the possibility of fulfilling our dreams of parenthood again.

Fun Facts 

Occupations: 

April - Customer Success Manager

        Joel - Network Architect and part-time construction/home renovator

Favorite Team: 

Philadelphia Sixers and Philadelphia Eagles

Clinic you are using: 

New England Fertility Institute in Stamford, CT