Is Surrogacy Legal?
Surrogacy law is often complex and is always evolving in the USA and globally. Since state laws concerning surrogacy differ from state to state, the agency you choose to lead your surrogacy journey should have an experienced staff with current knowledge of surrogacy friendly status between different states and countries.
What is surrogacy and what is the difference between gestational vs. traditional surrogacy vs. Third party reproduction?
Surrogacy is a legal agreement in which a woman chooses to have an embryo transfer resulting in a pregnancy for intended parent/parents.
Gestational surrogacy is when one person who decides to carry your baby and did not provide the egg used in conception. They carry the fetus through the pregnancy for another person.
Traditional surrogacy happens when the surrogate uses her egg for the embryo transfer. The surrogate mother would have a biological link to the fetus.
Third -party Reproduction includes using donated eggs, sperm or embryos and gestational-carrier arrangements, in which the pregnancy is carried by someone other than the intended parents.
Do Intended Parents Have To Meet, Requirements?
In the USA, intended parents are screened. Clinics will not work with intended parents over the age of 50-58. Age limits for intended parents are flexible when pursuing surrogacy outside of USA.
Do Surrogates Have To Meet Requirements?
Surrogates as well as egg donor and sperm donors must meet certain requirements. Physical, social, emotional and legal requirements are the criteria.
How Long Does The Surrogacy Process Take?
In the USA, it takes about 2 years. There are many variables at play, especially waiting for a match with a surrogate partner. Outside the USA, the match process with a surrogate generally takes 30-60 days since the surrogates are more forthcoming.
What Is The Cost Of Surrogacy?
The average cost of surrogacy in the USA is $175,000. Outside of USA, the average cost of surrogacy ranges from $60,000 – $125,000 depending on which country you choose. Many countries restrict surrogacy to the gay community; however, your agency can advise you on the best options depending on your situation.
How Do You Get Started On Your Surrogacy Journey?
Contact one of our professional surrogacy staff members. We will help and guide you through your journey from start to the birth of your baby with birth certificate in hand.