Couples or individuals who cannot carry a pregnancy due to medical reasons, same-sex couples, or single individuals looking to grow their family may consider surrogacy.

Choosing an agency provides a structured, professionally managed process with legal, medical, and emotional support built-in. An agency handles complex areas like matching with a surrogate, screening, legal contracts, medical coordination, and financial management (such as handling escrow accounts). Going independently may seem more cost-effective, but it comes with greater risks and the potential for missed details that could lead to legal or emotional challenges later on. An agency also offers experience and peace of mind, ensuring that all parties are protected and supported throughout the surrogacy journey. In the end studies have shown Intended Parents save money almost 87% of the time when opting to use an agency.

You will need to sign a legal contract with the surrogate, which outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parties. This ensures that both you and the surrogate are protected legally throughout the process.

The cost of surrogacy can vary, but it generally ranges from $80,000 to $150,000, including agency fees, surrogate compensation, legal fees, and medical expenses when you work with Stork Connections.

All surrogates go through a rigorous screening process, including medical evaluations, background checks, and psychological assessments, to ensure they are physically and emotionally prepared for surrogacy.

Yes, you will be presented with profiles of surrogates, and you can choose someone whose personality and values align with yours. The decision is mutual between you and the surrogate.

Surrogacy is a process where a woman (the surrogate) carries and gives birth to a baby for another person or couple (the intended parents). The process typically involves IVF, where the intended parents’ embryo is transferred to the surrogate’s uterus.

On average, we match intended parents with a surrogate within 2 to 4 months. However, if you have very specific preferences or unique qualifications for your surrogate, the matching process may take longer as we work to find the perfect fit for your family.

You will undergo IVF to create embryos if you haven’t already. Once embryos are ready, they are transferred to the surrogate. If needed, we can assist with finding egg or sperm donors.

If you don’t have embryos ready, you’ll need to work with a fertility clinic to either create embryos or explore donor options. We can help you through this process.​

You will have access to emotional and psychological support from counselors and surrogacy specialists. We ensure you feel supported every step of the way, both emotionally and logistically.

Yes, we connect you with professional counseling services to help you navigate the emotional complexities of surrogacy.

Legal parenthood is typically established before birth through a pre-birth or post-birth order, depending on the state laws. This ensures your parental rights are recognized once the baby is born.

Most intended parents are present at the birth, depending on the surrogate’s comfort level and hospital policies. We work to ensure that your experience is as inclusive as possible. However, it is ultimately whatever you agree on during the legal process.