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Intended Parent FAQs
Intended Parent FAQs
How much does a surrogate cost?
The cost of gestational surrogacy varies. The average cost ranges between $120,000 - $200,000, and is mainly affected by two factors: surrogates compensation and expenses, and singleton or twin pregnancy.
How to choose a surrogate?
As web portal for surrogacy, we integrate resources from most of the surrogacy companies in the US. Intended parents are able to select from our adequate surrogate database as soon as they finish consulting. Our case managers will help you to choose, and to find your match.
How long is the surrogacy process?
For most intended parents, surrogacy process takes from 13 months to 18 months. The approximate time needed for each segment is: ·Consultation 2 days to 5 days ·Search & Match 2 weeks to 3 months ·Screening 3 weeks to 4 weeks ·Legal 1 week to 3 weeks ·Conception 3 weeks to 4 weeks ·Pregnancy & Delivery 9 months
How are surrogates screened?
The screening process for surrogates includes medical screening with an IVF physician, psychological testing and evaluation with a therapist, and a criminal history background check.
In which states is surrogacy legal?
Surrogacy is legal in many states in the United States, but the fertility law differs in each states. Not every state is right for every intended parent. For instance, some states do not recognize non-biological parents, or same-sex couples.
Does insurance cover the surrogate process?
Most health insurance policies do not cover surrogacy expenses. Some insurance policies do cover some of the fertility treatments, not the surrogate or egg donor.
Do I need to pay all the costs at once?
There is no need for paying all the costs at once, the payment is usually divided into two or three parts.
Do surrogates share DNA?
The embryo that was implemented in the surrogate’s body was formed with the egg from the intended mother or an egg donor, there is no DNA sharing between the surrogate and the child.
Does a surrogate have rights to the child?
Before proceeding the embryo transfer, the surrogate and the intended parents will sign a surrogacy agreement that relinquishes the surrogate all the rights over the baby once it is born. However, this may vary from state to state , it is very important to consult a surrogacy agency and have a reproductive attorney to make sure you are legally protected.
What happens if a surrogate decides that she wants to keep the child?
As part of the screening process, every surrogate must have a session with a reproductive psychologist to ensure that she understands the whole process and is mentally ready for being a surrogate. Our team will also give seminars during pregnancy, to make sure everything goes right.
Why should I use a surrogacy agency?
Surrogacy is a very long and detailed process. Having someone specialized by your side to guide and support you along the journey, will certainly save you a lot of time, and avoid risks or unexpected additional costs that might occur.
After the embryo is transferred, how do I know my surrogate is leading a healthy lifestyle?
For intended parents, the important thing to do first is find a professional and conscientious surrogacy company. Let your case manager take over all the things you need to worry. Our team communicate with surrogates on a daily basis and visit her from time to time to make sure she is leading a healthy lifestyle.
