Surrogacy Basics for Intended Parents | Patriot Conceptions

Basic Information for Intended Parents

Your path to parenthood through gestational surrogacy

Benefits of Surrogacy

Looking for a surrogate mother but don’t know where to start? Surrogacy has made parenthood possible for countless families. Here’s how gestational surrogacy can benefit you as an intended parent:

Inclusive Parenthood: Surrogacy offers a path for infertile couples, singles, and LGBTQ individuals to become parents.

Biological Connection: Many surrogacy arrangements allow for one or both parents to have a biological link to their child.

Early Involvement: Intended parents can participate in key milestones from embryo transfer to birth.

Relationship Building: Form meaningful connections with your surrogate and her family.

Fewer Restrictions: Surrogacy often has fewer limitations compared to adoption, offering more flexibility.

Reassurance: Enjoy added reassurance and support throughout the surrogacy journey.

The surrogacy process can take about a year or longer, but don’t worry—we’re here to support you. At Patriot Conceptions, we’re dedicated to making your surrogacy experience smooth and successful. Start your surrogacy journey today! Contact us to learn how we can help you achieve your family goals.

Happy surrogate during pregnancy
Surrogate at a medical check-up
Intended parents with their surrogate
Team member at fertility clinic

Our Surrogate Screening Process

STEP 1: INTAKE

We welcome surrogate mothers from all over the United States. To begin the process, potential surrogates should complete and submit our initial intake form.

STEP 2: INTERVIEW

Our Surrogate Admission Director will reach out to potential applicants to schedule and conduct a detailed phone interview. This step ensures a comprehensive understanding of each applicant’s suitability and readiness for the surrogacy journey.

STEP 3: SURVEY

Applicants who successfully advance past the initial phone interview will be required to complete detailed questionnaires. These responses will be thoroughly reviewed by our Admission Director to ensure a careful evaluation of each candidate.

STEP 4: REVIEW

We will review the completed questionnaires, and qualified applicants will then be invited to submit a comprehensive application along with detailed paperwork for further evaluation.

STEP 5: EVALUATION

The psychological evaluation typically occurs at our clinic, where the doctor will ask applicants a series of questions to ensure that all responses are accurate and precise.

STEP 6: VERIFY

We will meticulously verify each document and cross-check it with the questionnaire results to ensure that all information provided is accurate and truthful.

STEP 7: QUALIFY

We will conduct thorough assessments of all applicants to determine their qualifications for surrogacy.

Screening Preliminaries

We recognize that a thorough and rigorous screening process is crucial for ensuring a successful surrogacy journey for everyone involved. Our experienced surrogate admission directors are committed to finding the ideal surrogate to meet your needs.

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Primary Requirements:

  • Age: Between 21-36 years old
  • Pregnancy History: Have delivered one or more children without complications
  • Legal Status: U.S. Citizen or legal alien
  • Residence: Reside in a surrogacy-friendly state (excluding Louisiana, Michigan, and Nebraska)

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Lifestyle:

  • Own a vehicle for transportation to appointments
  • Not receiving federal/state financial assistance (except acceptable forms)
  • No history of arrests or substance abuse

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Health Screening:

  • Non-smoker and live in a non-smoking home
  • Non-drug user
  • Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or less

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Medical Examinations:

  • Willing to undergo a background check (including spouse/partner)
  • Willing to undergo a psychological evaluation
  • STD, drug, and Hepatitis tests
  • Pelvic exam

Our surrogate screening process typically spans three to six weeks, during which we perform a detailed assessment of each candidate's medical, psychological, and lifestyle factors. This ensures they are physically, emotionally, and mentally prepared for the responsibilities of surrogacy.

Our comprehensive surrogate screening is designed to offer you peace of mind and confidence that your surrogate is the ideal match for your surrogacy journey. We are committed to maintaining a safe, ethical, and supportive environment for all parties involved.

Surrogate Matching Process

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Selection

The surrogacy selection process for intended parents includes evaluating medical history, psychological readiness, and compatibility to ensure a perfect match with a surrogate.

02.

Matching

We will arrange a video chat with your potential surrogate, allowing you to get to know each other better and determine if she’s the perfect match for your surrogacy journey.

03.

Decision

Your surrogate will complete medical and psychological evaluations to ensure readiness. You’ll then finalize the match and make the initial payment to confirm the surrogacy agreement.

04.

Legality

Once the surrogate has passed her evaluations, your attorney will draft and finalize a contract for both parties to review and sign. This will ensure no complications.

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Pregnancy

Once all prior steps are complete, we will prepare your surrogate for the pregnancy and advance the surrogacy process. Now we wait for your miracle to come into the world!

Take the First Step Today

Book an appointment with our client specialist