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Embarking on a surrogacy journey is an exciting and transformative experience. Our comprehensive process is designed to guide you smoothly from initial consultation to the joyous moment of welcoming your new baby. Below, we outline each step of this journey.
Begin your journey with an in-depth consultation where we explain the entire surrogacy process, discuss budget considerations, and recommend clinics. We answer all your questions and prepare you for the steps ahead. If you already have embryos prepared, you can skip directly to step 3.
For those needing to create embryos, this step involves egg retrieval and fertilization at an IVF clinic, which may include egg donation if required. Embryos can also be created abroad and transported to a U.S. IVF clinic.
Once your embryos are ready, we discuss your preferences for a surrogate, including criteria like age, marital status, and state of residence. We also consider the requirements of your IVF doctor to ensure a suitable match.
We only send profiles of potential surrogates who meet your and your IVF doctor’s criteria. Finding the right match may take time, and it’s important to understand that finding a perfect match may require flexibility.
The chosen surrogate’s medical records will be reviewed and approved by the IVF clinic. If the surrogate does not pass this stage, a rematch will be necessary.
We will arrange a video meeting for you to meet and interact with the surrogate. This session allows both parties to ask questions and express their expectations.
Sign a retainer with our agency to formalize your commitment and continue the process.
Surrogates undergo thorough psychological and medical screenings. Both screenings are essential and must be passed to move forward.
After medical and psychological clearances, we initiate the legal process. We refer family law attorneys to draft surrogacy contracts. Both intended parents and surrogates review these contracts with their respective attorneys, make necessary amendments, and finalize them. The contracts are then notarized, and the IVF clinic is notified once legal clearance is obtained.
Following legal clearance, the IVF clinic plans the embryo transfer. This involves several preparatory tests and procedures to ensure the surrogate is in optimal condition for implantation. Post-transfer, the surrogate follows medical advice to support embryo development.
Around the 12th week of pregnancy, we initiate the process for a prebirth order, requiring forms and signatures from you. This legal document, usually obtained between the 32nd and 36th week, is essential for hospital requirements after your baby is born.
The surrogate carries the pregnancy to term. Upon delivery, either the intended parents or an authorized representative completes the necessary hospital procedures to officially welcome your new baby.
