The Surrogacy Process

The Surrogacy Process Articles

Whether you are considering surrogacy as a hopeful single parent, a member of the LGBT community or a couple who has struggled with infertility, surrogacy can be an amazing way to grow your family. But how exactly does it work?

Surrogacy can be a complex process, and your surrogacy journey will vary based on your specific needs and circumstances. However, the articles in this section can help give you a general understanding of what to expect, from the basic steps of the surrogacy process, to the legal requirements involved, to budgeting and financing for surrogacy and more.

When you speak with a surrogacy specialist at American Surrogacy, you can learn more about what is involved in the surrogacy process and the steps you may need to take in your individual situation. You can speak with a surrogacy professional now at 1-800-875-BABY (1-800-875-2229) or request more information here.

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Surrogacy vs. Adoption

How Does Surrogacy Work?

Did you know that by considering surrogacy and clicking this article, you’ve already begun the surrogacy process?
How Does Surrogacy Work?

How Much Does Surrogacy Cost?

Because of the number of people involved and the medical expenses required for vitro fertilization, it's no secret that surrogacy may be quite expensive.
How Much Does Surrogacy Cost?

How You Can Find Affordable Surrogacy Options

How to pay for surrogacy can be a complicated question. Read more about loans for surrogacy and surrogacy financing options to take advantage of.
How You Can Find Affordable Surrogacy Options

3 Questions You Have About How to Find a Sperm or Egg Donor

Interested in finding an egg or sperm donor? Find out what you need to know and discover some gamete donation banks you might want to check out.
3 Questions You Have About How to Find a Sperm or Egg Donor

Identified Gamete Donors

Now that DNA tests are readily available, is using an anonymous egg or sperm donor realistic anymore? Here's the truth about using known sperm and egg donors.
Identified Gamete Donors

Top 10 Differences of Surrogacy vs. Adoption

It's a question that many hopeful parents ask themselves when they decide to start a family: "Should we grow our family through surrogacy or adoption?"
Top 10 Differences of  Surrogacy vs. Adoption

In Surrogacy, is the Baby Related to the Surrogate?

Do surrogate mothers share DNA with the baby? If not, how does the baby not have surrogate mother DNA? Find out how gestational surrogacy works here.
In Surrogacy, is the Baby Related to the Surrogate?

What to Expect at the Hospital

A surrogacy birth is a unique (and amazing) experience. Here's what to expect at the hospital as an intended parent, how to prepare, and how your experience will differ from a "traditional" hospital stay.