How To Qualify

Here at Reproductive Options, we know the risks that go into pregnancy and take care to remember the family that is on the other end of this. That’s why we take great care in ensuring that it’s the right move for everybody involved, including the surrogate.

Surrogacy Qualifications

To become a surrogate, you must meet the requirements below in addition to being a U.S. citizen.

Age

You must be between 21 and 39, to reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy and childbirth.

Body Mass Index (BMI)

There are a number of reasons that a woman’s BMI is important to her eligibility as a surrogate. A higher BMI has been associated with preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and more – for the safety of everyone involved, you must have a healthy BMI.

Previous Pregnancy and Delivery History

Surrogates are required to have had one or more successful pregnancies and deliveries of their own to demonstrate their ability to safely carry a pregnancy to term without significant complications.

Financial Stability

The compensation surrogates receive is meant to supplement income, not be your main or sole revenue. Often, surrogates use the compensation for the betterment of their own families, including down payments on a home, financing their children’s college funds, or traveling.

Support System

Surrogates should have a strong support system in place, including the support of their immediate family, to help them through the physical and emotional challenges of surrogacy.

Stable Mental Health

Mental stability is critical for surrogates, because it can be an emotional experience. To become a surrogate, you would also undergo psychological evaluations to ensure you are emotionally prepared for the challenges of surrogacy. Ensuring that you’ll be mentally stable throughout the process protects not only you and the baby but also the intended parents.

No Drug Use

For the safety of the baby and everyone involved, recreational drug use is not permitted for any surrogates.

Successful Background Check

We form strong connections with all of our surrogates – and all of our intended parents, and we want what’s best for everyone involved. This means that all surrogates must pass a background check to allow intended parents to make informed decisions.

Reliable Transportation & Drivers License

As part of your surrogacy journey, you will have multiple appointments that it’s important that you can reliably get to.

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.

Real Stories. Real Support.

No one understands the surrogacy journey better than the women who’ve lived it. These real stories offer an honest look at what it means to feel respected, supported, and advocated for as a surrogate with Reproductive Options.

I completed my first surrogacy journey, and I can’t say enough good things about Reproductive Options! From the start, they were incredibly fast, reliable, and professional, which made the entire experience so much easier than I could’ve imagined. As a first-time surrogate, I had a lot of questions and uncertainties, but the team was always there to provide clear answers and support every step of the way. They took the time to explain everything in detail, ensuring I understood every part of the process, which made me feel confident and prepared. I never felt overwhelmed because they were proactive in keeping me informed and guiding me through each phase. Their communication was excellent — they were always quick to respond and made sure I knew exactly what to expect next. The whole journey was incredibly rewarding, and I truly felt like part of a team, with the agency always looking out for my best interests. Reproductive Options really made this first experience a positive and empowering one, and I would highly recommend them to anyone considering surrogacy.”

“I absolutely adore Reproductive Options! I completed my first surrogacy journey back in February of 2024 and it was an AMAZING journey! Even when road bumps were hit Kayla was on point and prepared to help. Everyone at Reproductive Options has a way of making sure everyone in the journey is feeling important, heard, and cared for. Kayla was a huge advocate for me and really made sure I was comfortable with everything at all times. I really cannot emphasize enough just how easy the entire process was from start to finish. Growing the small bean was the hardest/most tiring part 😂 I will continue to use Reproductive Options for my next journey!”

Make a Difference as a Surrogate, Your Way

At our surrogacy agency, you’re never just a number. Every choice, every conversation, and every moment is designed around your experience.