Trusted Surrogacy Support for Gay and LGBTQ+ Intended Parents
Gay, queer, and LGBTQ+ individuals and couples have long turned to surrogacy to grow their families, and for nearly 20 years, West Coast Surrogacy (WCS) has been honored to be part of those journeys. We’re proud to offer an inclusive, affirming, and highly personalized experience for every parent we serve, including gay men, lesbian couples, single parents by choice, co-parents, and transgender or nonbinary parents.
We understand the unique legal, logistical, and emotional considerations that can arise in LGBTQ+ family building. Our role is to make the process clear, supported, and joyful — so you can focus on the excitement of welcoming your child.
Surrogacy Process for Gay and LGBTQ+ Intended Parents
At West Coast Surrogacy, every journey is rooted in clarity, compassion, and respect for your vision of family. Here’s what you can expect:
Initial consultation: We take the time to understand your family-building goals, your preferences for a surrogate match, and any considerations related to your location or legal needs.
Matching with a fully screened gestational surrogate: Your surrogate will be medically and emotionally cleared, and matched with you for compatibility in communication style, values, and comfort level.
Coordinating with a fertility clinic: We work closely with your chosen clinic to plan for IVF and embryo transfer, whether you’re using your own genetic material, an egg donor, a sperm donor, or both.
Legal contracts and parentage planning: Our team partners with experienced attorneys to address parentage in both the surrogate’s state and your home state. This may include pre-birth orders or second-parent adoptions, depending on the laws that apply to you.
Pregnancy, birth, and beyond: We support you and your surrogate throughout the pregnancy, help coordinate travel for delivery if needed, and celebrate with you as you welcome your child.
From start to finish, you’ll have a clear understanding of the process and the peace of mind that comes from working with a team experienced in LGBTQ+ surrogacy.
Support Tailored to Gay and LGBTQ+ Families
Every LGBTQ+ family-building journey is unique, and our support is designed to reflect that.
Navigating laws in two states: We guide you through the legal requirements in both your home state and your surrogate’s state, ensuring your parentage is fully recognized.
Experience with diverse family structures: From single dads and moms, to two-dad and two-mom couples, to co-parenting arrangements, we’ve helped create pathways that honor each family’s needs.
LGBTQ+ affirming partners: We intentionally partner with fertility clinics, mental health providers, and attorneys who are deeply experienced in LGBTQ+ surrogacy. With every interaction, they are committed to affirming respectful care.
Our goal is simple: to make sure your surrogacy journey feels informed, supported, and true to who you are as a family.
Why Gay and LGBTQ+ Families Choose West Coast Surrogacy
Intended parents in the LGBTQ+ community choose WCS because they know their journey will be met with respect, understanding, and expert care.
An inclusive, affirming environment: Every family is welcomed and celebrated here.
Proven expertise: We have extensive experience supporting gay intended parents, including many who return to us for a second or third journey.
Trusted by high-profile clients: Discretion and professionalism are at the core of our work with public figures and those who value privacy.
Nationwide and international reach: We work with clients from across the U.S. and around the world.
Personalized surrogate matching: We ensure alignment on communication style, values, and comfort level to create the strongest possible partnership between you and your surrogate.
When you work with West Coast Surrogacy, you’re partnering with a team that understands your needs and is committed to making your family-building experience both joyful and secure.
Real Stories from Gay Dads and LGBTQ+ Families
Getting Started with Surrogacy as a Gay Intended Parent
You don’t need to have every detail figured out before you take the first step. When you reach out to West Coast Surrogacy, we’ll guide you through:
Choosing an egg donor and/or sperm donor (if needed)
Matching with a surrogate who’s fully screened and aligned with your values
Connecting with trusted professionals to help navigate the legal aspects of parentage, including pre-birth orders or second-parent adoptions, where applicable
Our team is here to support your vision of family — however it looks — with clarity, care, and respect.
Ready to start your surrogacy journey? Contact us or learn more about becoming a parent through surrogacy.