SURROGATE REQUIREMENTS
IN ORDER TO APPLY AS A SURROGATE
Steps for becoming a Surrogate
APPLY
Initial screening application
PHONE CONSULT
Answer questions and discuss concerns
PROFILE
Surrogate will have 5 days to complete profile
MEDICAL RECORDS
Must provide information to have OB records released for IVF clinic review
RETAINER AGREEMENT
Surrogate will be asked to sign an agreement with the agency before agency orders any screenings
BACKGROUND CHECK
Surrogate and partner will need to be cleared by a criminal background check
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
Surrogate will need to be cleared by a psychological screening
MATCHING
Surrogates profile will be presented to compatible intended parents
PHONE CONFERENCE
This will determine if both parties are willing to move forward and would like to meet in person
MEDICAL SCREENING
Surrogate and partner will undergo medical screening with intended parents’ IVF physician
VETTED INSURANCE
Insurance will be vetted to determine if it is surrogacy friendly
SURROGACY AGREEMENT
Matchsheet and compensation package will be sent to both representing attorneys to draw up surrogacy agreement
LEGAL CLEARANCE
Both representing attorney have given their legal clearance to proceed forward and prepare for embryo transfer
FUNDING
An escrow account will be funded before the start of medications to ensure your compensation and reimbursements are secure
LIFE/DISABILITY INSURANCE
A life insurance policy will be purchased on your behalf to ensure your families security as well as disability insurance and will be effective before embryo transfer
MEDICATIONS/TRANSFER
The start of medications and embryo transfer will be determined by surrogates menstrual cycle and the attending IVF physician's orders
HCG LEVELS
9-11 days following the embryo transfer the surrogate will have a blood test done to determine a positive pregnancy result.
Upon a positive result surrogate will follow up with a second and possibly a third blood test to ensure a progressing pregnancy
HEARTBEAT
2 weeks following the last HCG blood test an ultrasound will be performed to detect heartbeat and number of fetuses
OB
10-12 weeks post transfer surrogate will be released to her primary OB with all IVF records
Frequently Asked Questions About Surrogacy
A traditional surrogate is impregnated through artificial insemination utilizing her own eggs who will then have a genetic connection to the child/ren she carries for the intended parents.
Please note that Surrogacy10 will only recruit and manage gestational surrogacy arrangements
Compensation Package for Surrogates
Base Fee (The listed fees are minimum base fees)
Paid in 10 equal installments over the course of the pregnancy and begins on the first of the month following confirmation of heartbeat via ultrasound.
MULTIPLES Fee
For twins, surrogate shall receive an additional $1,000 ($2,000 for triplets) upon completion of the 17th week of pregnancy and $1000 each month thereafter, assuming an ongoing pregnancy.
Cesarean
Surrogate will receive an additional $3,000 if the delivery requires a cesarean.
Monthly Allowance
A non-accountable monthly allowance of $200 will be paid to the Surrogate for the reimbursement of local mileage (less than 50 miles round trip), telephone charges, faxes, postage or overnight fees, non-prescription medications, vitamins/supplements, childcare services and other incidentals such as parking fees and pregnancy test kits, etc. This fee shall begin on the first of the month following the executed agreement between the Surrogate and Intended Parents and continue until either termination of the contract by either party or one month post delivery.
Maternity Clothes Allowance
$400 paid at 10th week and 14th week, assuming transfer results in pregnancy.
For pregnancy of multiples, an additional $200 will be paid at 16th week post transfer.
Start of Medications
Paid to the surrogate upon starting injectable medications for "each" cycle.
Embryo Transfer
Paid to the surrogate for "each" embryo transfer and includes the cost of lost wages and childcare associated with the transfer.
Lost Wages
Surrogate's compensation for lost wages if surrogate is employed in the event of physician ordered bed rest, recovery from birth, missed time from work due to pregnancy and or appointments. Spouse lost wages for specific appointments. Lost wages will be based on NET pay and will require paystubs and proof of actual lost wages.
Housekeeping & Childcare
If requested, surrogate will receive up to $300 per week after “36” weeks until “6” weeks post delivery when placed on physician ordered bed rest “or strict activity restriction” (10 weeks maximum). Extension is possible when ordered by physician.
Invasive Procedure
Surrogate will be reimbursed $500 for each procedure such as cerclage, amniocentesis, CVS,D&C or other prenatal diagnostic testing. For fetal reduction surrogate will receive $1,000.
Hysterectomy/Loss of Fallopian Tube
Surrogate shall be compensated $5,000 if she must undergo a hysterectomy as a result of the delivery of the baby, as long as the procedure is performed within 3 months of the delivery. Surrogate shall be compensated $1,000 should she lose her Fallopian tube.
Travel Expenses
Surrogate will be compensated for travel to all appointments related to the surrogacy when required to travel 50 miles or more round trip.
Health Insurance Premium
Surrogate's monthly premium will be reimbursed if the policy is surrogacy friendly.
Life/Disability Insurance
($250,000 life insurance policy during surrogacy).
Meal Allowance
This is paid when more than 5 hours is spent per day for traveling and attending pregnancy related appointments.
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