Surrogacy Requirements & Qualifications
The requirements helped me feel safe and supported throughout the whole process. I knew I was healthy and in the right frame of mind to make the commitment.
Teresa, Surrogate
Surrogate Mother Requirements
Our requirements make sure you and everyone else involved is as safe and secure as possible.
Personal qualifications
Age between 21-39 years old
BMI between 18-32
Non-smoker living in a non-smoking home
No history of criminal activity
Surrogate and partner must agree to psychological testing
Must agree to a home check with all persons and pets currently residing in the home
Stable, responsible lifestyle
Medical qualifications
Have given birth to and be raising at least one child
Uncomplicated pregnancies and deliveries as documented by prenatal and delivery records
Able to provide OB/GYN records and a clearance letter
No history of clinical mental illness
Financial qualifications
Not currently receiving welfare, using Medicaid, or supplemental security income (SSI)
Financially sound
I felt heard, supported and like I had everything I needed from the first phone call on.
Laura, Surrogate
Curious? Please reach out.
We want to make sure you have everything you need as you make this important choice. We believe that surrogates are special, even heroic. Our company of compassionate professionals is ready to help and listen as you head out on your surrogate journey. Simply fill out our initial gestational surrogate application.
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