For Intended Parents
The Surrogacy Process
for Intended Parents
Starting the Surrogacy Journey
Step 1
Initial Consultation with Our Director
Our consultation period is designed to allow you the opportunity to ask questions about the surrogacy process, determine how our services can assist you, and address any particular concerns. You can expect to receive a great deal of guidance and resources. Our Founder is conveniently available for google meet consultations at no cost.
Step 2
Complete Application
Complete our application to begin the process.
Step 3
Finalize Agreement & Pre-Match Consultation
Once accepted, we execute our services agreement and explore the type of surrogacy arrangement that best meets your needs — including the medical, social, and educational characteristics you seek in a surrogate candidate and your expectations for communication.
Surrogate Recruitment, Screening & Matching
Step 1
Application & Interview
Each surrogate applicant completes an extensive questionnaire covering social, educational, and medical history as well as compensation requirements and insurance assessment.
Step 2
Matching Process
This phase involves careful evaluation of potential surrogate candidates — a comprehensive assessment of personal, social, and financial considerations. We provide you with an overall surrogacy plan, a summary of estimated financial considerations, legal process overview, and completed intake forms. The matching process is critical and should not be based on matching you with the next surrogate in line. Our process is designed to allow intended parents and surrogates multiple direct communication prior to making a final match decision after our initial introduction.
Step 3
Psychological & Medical Screening
Once an initial match is achieved, we coordinate further medical, psychological, and background screening. Medical screening includes blood work, ultrasounds, and exams. Psychological screening includes the MMPI assessment and a clinical interview by a licensed mental health professional.
Step 4
Agreement Finalization
We provide terms of agreement to the intended parents attorney which is based on the initial intake provided by the surrogate. The surrogate is represented by separate legal counsel. Once executed, funds are deposited into escrow accounts and the medical process proceeds.
The Medical Process
Stage 1
Medication Start
Your surrogate starts medications under the supervision of the fertility clinic. She'll be evaluated using blood tests and ultrasounds to determine readiness for implantation. Monitoring is often completed by a fertility clinic close to the surrogate under the supervision of the intended parents' fertility clinic.
Stage 2
Embryo Transfer
After careful monitoring and evaluation during the medication protocol calendar, the embryo transfer date is set. Candace is coordinating and overseeing this process with the clinic and the surrogate. Travel arrangements are made by Candace and her team.
Stage 3
Monitoring & Support
A pregnancy test is performed approximately 10 days following the transfer. If positive, ongoing monitoring via blood tests and ultrasound continues at the monitoring clinic.
Case Management During Pregnancy & Delivery
Scheduled payments are made according to the contract. We maintain continual contact with the surrogate, ensure compliance with appointments, follow up with medical providers, and mediate any issues. We are here for both parties every step of the way — through pregnancy, delivery, and beyond.