Begin Your Journey
Thank you for your interest in becoming a gestational surrogate with Reproductive Options. We are so excited to help you fulfill a family’s dream of starting a family. To get started, please take our short quiz.
Once this is complete, our team will be in touch, and you will be able to spend as much time as needed with our experienced intake specialist, who will conduct a full interview and guide you through the intake process.
Surrogate Qualifications & Requirements
Becoming a surrogate is a life-changing choice that requires care, commitment, and a strong support system. At Reproductive Options, we prioritize the safety and well-being of both surrogates and the babies they carry, ensuring that every journey is responsible, informed, and rewarding.
We carefully review each surrogate application to make sure the process is the right fit for everyone involved — including you. By meeting our requirements, you help create a safe and positive experience for the intended parent(s), your family, and yourself.
To be eligible to become a surrogate with Reproductive Options, you must:
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Be between 21 and 39 years old
- Maintain a healthy BMI between 19 and 32
- Have had at least one successful pregnancy
- Be financially stable
- Have a support system — this could be family, friends, or a partner
- Maintain stable mental health
- Not use recreational drugs
- Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Pass a background check, along with any household members over 18
Surrogate Compensation
At Reproductive Options, we recognize the dedication, time, and commitment that surrogates provide. Surrogates receive competitive compensation that reflects the value of their contribution. Experienced surrogates can earn up to $100,000 in base compensation, plus a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical coverage, maternity clothing allowance, and other perks.
Surrogates are encouraged to set their own base fee, which can be adjusted based on factors like state guidelines, prior experience, and the specifics of your journey. Compensation can help strengthen your financial future or contribute to your family’s goals. All surrogacy-related medical costs are covered, and compensation is provided in addition to that coverage.
Our goal is to provide fair, transparent, and flexible compensation while ensuring a safe, supportive, and meaningful surrogacy experience.
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