Indianapolis Surrogacy

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What to Know About Surrogacy in Indianapolis

Is surrogacy in Indiana, even legal? While gestational surrogacy contracts in Indiana are void, unenforceable, and against public policy (Indiana Code §31-20-1-1), gestational surrogacy is still completed in the state of Indiana. Provided that the contract was drafted under another state's laws that declares the legal rights of the parties, and with careful documentation of the genetic status of the embryos, many courts have allowed pre-birth orders for married couples, unmarried couples, and single individuals, whether they are heterosexual or same-sex.

ConceiveAbilities is a leading center for surrogacy in Indianapolis, matching intended parents with surrogates like you throughout the Midwest and across the United States. As one of the oldest agencies in America, we’ve been at the forefront of a changing landscape alongside Indianapolis’s finest doctors and professionals. Our egg donation and Indiana surrogacy agency has been providing third-party reproductive services to hopeful parents-to-be in the state and around the world for twenty-four years and counting. Since we have a substantial track record in guiding surrogacy journeys in Indiana, we are your best resource for a successful experience in the city.

With over 99 neighborhoods, Indy is home to a wide variety of people and is focused on inclusion as it grows. As Indiana’s capital and largest city, Indianapolis is called the Crossroads of America due to its central location with four major highways, making it easily accessible to everyone living in the Hoosier State. Indianapolis is home to Fortune 500 companies like Anthem, Eli Lilly, and the Simon Group; two professional sports teams (the Indiana Pacers and the Indianapolis Colts); and the world’s largest single sporting event, the Indianapolis 500.

There is no shortage of things to do in the city. In addition to being a big sports town, earning its nickname The Amateur Sports Capital of the World and a favorite of Nascar fans, Indy is also home to many museums, including Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, and the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, which is the world’s largest children’s museum.

If you are more of an outdoors person, Circle City boasts America's only cultural urban state park, White River State Park in Downtown Indy. It has over 250 acres of green space and lots of family-friendly activities to explore and enjoy during your surrogacy journey.

Many people, including celebrities like Anderson Cooper, Dwayne Wade, Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, Andy Cohen, and Kristen Wiig, have used surrogacy to build their own families. We are grateful to match Indiana surrogates and local couples struggling with infertility, gay dads, and single parents-to-be to ensure the best surrogacy partnership for everyone. As a LGBTQ-friendly surrogacy agency, we are also honored to serve Indy’s vibrant LGBTQ community. We are proud to offer modern family-building options to them and all Indianans. We specialize in helping couples grow their families and strive to make your modern family-building surrogacy experience an amazing and successful one.

We work with ease through our own online platform to ensure surrogacy is efficient and safe for you—whether you live in Indianapolis; its suburbs of Avon, Brownsburg, Carmel, and Fishers; or somewhere else in the state, including Fort Wayne, South Bend, Evansville, and Bloomington.

Why Choose ConceiveAbilities as Your Surrogacy Agency?

As your local surrogate agency in Indianapolis, we are here to support every step of your surrogacy journey. From researching the best surrogacy agency near you to matching you with a family, we are honored to make your dream of being a surrogate come true. Learn more about our surrogate requirements and process.

Testimonial from a Conceiveabilities Surrogate

I have dreamed of being a surrogate since delivering my first child 15 years ago. After much research, ConceiveAbilities was clearly the right path to join in fulfilling my passion of becoming a surrogate. Their all-in compensation package and surrogate matching success rate made it simple to make a choice. Reflecting on this pregnancy and journey into helping a couple become parents, I could not have asked for a more supportive agency. ConceiveAbilities has truly spoiled me with love, appreciation and support and I could not be more grateful for a successful surrogacy journey.

Frequently Asked Questions About Surrogacy in Indianapolis

Is Surrogacy in Indiana Legal?

While gestational surrogacy contracts in Indiana are void, unenforceable, and against public policy (Indiana Code §31-20-1-1), gestational surrogacy is still completed in Indiana. Provided that the contract was drafted under another state's laws that declares the legal rights of the parties, and with careful documentation of the genetic status of the embryos, many courts have allowed pre-birth orders for married couples, unmarried couples and single individuals whether they are heterosexual or same-sex. Since ConceiveAbilities has a substantial track record in guiding surrogacy journeys in Indiana, we are your best resource for a successful experience.

What Sets ConceiveAbilities Apart from Other Surrogacy Agencies in Indiana?

In addition to our staying power of twenty-four years as a surrogacy agency in the city, ConceiveAbilities invests in building a large community of available surrogates because surrogates sit at the very heart of our program. Additionally, our Matching Matters program is unlike any other agency offering, accomplishing a 97% initial acceptance rate between surrogates and intended parents.

Read more about our process.

How Do We Find Your Perfect Intended Parents in Indiana?

We understand the significance of the right match, and we are proud of our Matching Matters process that focuses on the connection between a surrogate and the intended parent. Our experience has proven that matching does matter and our 97% initial acceptance rate proves it. The right match lays the foundation for the entire surrogacy process, resulting in a successful and rewarding experience.

Often, surrogates and intended parents who start off as strangers to one another become an extended part of one another’s families. For those who seek this depth of connection, and equally for those who don’t, ConceiveAbilities uses its Matching Matters to understand your goals and make matches that make sense.

How Much Do Surrogates Get Paid in Indianapolis?

At ConceiveAbilities, our surrogate compensation package is one of the most generous and well-planned in the field. We cover your needs upfront, including location, insurance, and incidentals. We also take into consideration your wage replenishment and qualifications that can increase your financial package. Take the first step to become a surrogate in Indianapolis now!

Who Can Become a Surrogate Mother with ConceiveAbilities?

Our surrogate requirements make sure your surrogacy journey is as healthy and successful as possible. Review these basic criteria to find out if you qualify as a surrogate candidate. Or, better yet, take our short personal assessment to see if you qualify to be a surrogate in Indianapolis!

Getting to know you Why do we ask?
Have you given birth before? A history of at least one full-term and uncomplicated pregnancy is essential to ensuring your surrogacy journey is healthy and successful.
Where do you live? Compensated surrogacy is legal in most, but not all, states. And, certain locations are highly valued by intended parents, which allows you to earn higher compensation.
Are you a long-term US resident? The surrogacy journey is lengthy and is accomplished only by working with a US-based IVF clinic.
How old are you? At the time you are matched with intended parents, you should be between 21 and 43 years of age.
Are you physically healthy? You must have an uncomplicated medical history, not be over- or under-weight, not currently smoke, and be free of certain chronic conditions.
Are you emotionally healthy? Your surrogacy journey is demanding and requires a stable foundation in your life without undue stress.
Why do you want to be a surrogate? Perhaps the most important requirement is your motivation for pursuing surrogacy. Surrogacy creates an exciting purpose and you can make a profound impact on helping others build their family, and get well-paid for doing so.

How to Get Started with ConceiveAbilities in Indianapolis, Indiana

The process for getting started is easy, confidential, and secure. Go ahead and take the first step with ConceiveAbilities. We are looking forward to getting to know you.

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