Surrogacy in Temecula Valley

After considering whether you’d be a good fit for surrogacy, you can apply on our website. After careful review of your application, WCS will be in touch to set up an in-person meeting to further discuss your interest and qualifications.

If you move forward, we’ll then begin the prescreening process. This entails a home visit from one of our team members as well as an appointment with a maternal fetal medicine physician. Next, we can match you with intended parents.

Your medical records will be reviewed by an in-vitro fertilization (IVF) physician, and all necessary physical and mental evaluations will be conducted to assess your health and well-being throughout the surrogacy process. Someone from WCS will attend all medical appointments with you.

You’ll have access to several independent attorneys specializing in reproductive and surrogacy law, and you’ll choose one to work with. They’ll review the surrogacy contract drafted by the intended parents’ attorneys and advise you on your rights and obligations.

After all screenings and legal matters have been completed, you can begin the embryo transfer cycle. This will involve multiple injections, blood tests, and ultrasounds. All prescribed medications will be reviewed with you in detail by your IVF physician.

You’ll continue to see your IVF doctor once you’re pregnant. After about 10 weeks, you can begin seeing your obstetrician. We’ll continue to serve as a liaison between you and the intended parents and will attend any appointments they cannot accompany you to.

Because every surrogacy case is different, overall compensation will vary depending on your needs and circumstances. For example, because both the cost of living and demand for surrogates are higher in California, surrogacy base pay is typically higher as well. West Coast Surrogacy offers one of the highest surrogacy base fees in the country, including within Temecula Valley.

Several variables can affect the total amount of surrogacy compensation, including state of residence/cost of living, prior surrogacy experience, whether the pregnancy results in more than one child, whether a C-section is required, employment status, lost wages, and any unexpected or unique medical circumstances. We’ll take all factors into account to determine fair and competitive compensation.

Aside from base pay, surrogates often receive allowances for individual situations, as well as reimbursement for itemized expenses and non-accountable items such as maternity clothes. You’ll also be reimbursed for insurance premiums. At the end of the surrogacy journey, surrogates often have a feeling of immense fulfillment and satisfaction. This selfless, life-changing experience will likely leave a deep impression on you.

The extent of the relationship between surrogates and the child after birth varies depending on what the intended parents and surrogates agree upon in their arrangement. In some cases, intended parents may share occasional updates or photos, while others may continue to develop deeper personal relationships after the birth of the child or go their separate ways. These specific arrangements are typically outlined in the surrogacy agreement before the birth.

Typically, compensation covers the surrogate’s time, effort, and any discomfort associated with the pregnancy, as well as expenses such as medical bills, legal fees, and maternity clothing. The exact amount of compensation is determined by various factors, including the surrogate’s location, experience, and employment status.

Before becoming a surrogate, consider your physical and emotional readiness to carry a pregnancy for someone else. Understand the medical risks and potential impact on your lifestyle and family. Make sure you have a strong support system in place. Familiarize yourself with the legal aspects and your rights and responsibilities. Lastly, consider your motivations for surrogacy and whether you are comfortable with the intended parents’ expectations and the potential emotional challenges of the journey.

The surrogacy process can vary in length but typically takes around 12 to 18 months from the time of matching with intended parents to the birth of the child. This timeframe includes the legal and medical screening processes, embryo transfer, pregnancy, and post-birth legal procedures. However, it’s important to note that the timeline can be influenced by various factors, such as the complexity of the case and any unexpected delays.

If a surrogate miscarries or experiences pregnancy complications, the specific course of action depends on the circumstances and the agreements outlined in the surrogacy contract. Intended parents and the surrogate typically work together to navigate these challenges, which may involve medical treatment, emotional support, and legal considerations. The surrogacy contract may outline financial arrangements in such situations, including whether the surrogate is entitled to additional compensation or support.

Surrogates have no legal parental rights to the baby under the surrogacy agreement. In the rare event that a surrogate expresses a desire to keep the baby, the child would still be placed with the intended parents as planned. This situation is extremely uncommon, as surrogates typically understand and respect the agreement they have entered into with the intended parents. Furthermore, surrogates perceive the pregnancy as a meaningful journey to assist others, rather than as their own. They often feel fulfilled and joyful to see the intended parents embrace parenthood and embark on a new chapter in their lives with the baby.