SURROGACY
"Surrogacy taught me that motherhood isn't about pregnancy—it's about the fierce love and determination to bring a child into your life, no matter what path gets you there."
- Cheri BergeronFor women exploring gestational carriers as a path to motherhood, these resources provide guidance on understanding the process, navigating legal considerations, finding agencies, and connecting with supportive communities.
Creating a Family – Surrogacy Guide
A nonprofit, unbiased resource covering the basics of gestational vs. traditional surrogacy, costs, legal issues, and emotional readiness for this path to motherhood.
Website: https://creatingafamily.org
American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
Offers medical guidelines and ethics information, especially helpful for women navigating fertility treatments in addition to surrogacy arrangements.
Website: https://www.asrm.org
Men Having Babies
Though founded for gay dads, this organization includes a comprehensive Surrogacy Advisor Directory, agency reviews, and educational seminars that help all intended parents.
Website: https://www.menhavingbabies.org
Surrogacy Law Map
Interactive U.S. map showing which states are surrogacy-friendly. Crucial if you're choosing an agency or surrogate from out of state to understand your legal protections.
Website: https://www.creativefamilyconnections.com/us-surrogacy-law-map
Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (AAAA)
Find vetted lawyers specializing in reproductive law to ensure your contract, parentage rights, and process are legally protected throughout your surrogacy journey.
Website: https://adoptionart.org
Facebook Groups
- Surrogacy Community - General support group for all aspects of surrogacy
- Surrogacy Support & Discussion - Mixed group of surrogates and intended parents for raw, honest conversations
- Intended Mothers Through Surrogacy - Support specifically for women pursuing motherhood via surrogacy
- Surrogates and Intended Parents Match Group - A space for hopeful parents to connect and share their journey
Instagram Accounts
- @surrogacy_mama
- @hopesurrogacy
- @thesurrogacyexperience
Recommended Reading
- "The Baby Chase" by Leslie Morgan Steiner - A gripping real-life story exploring international surrogacy from a woman's perspective
- "Building Your Family Through Surrogacy" by Brette Sember - A practical and emotional guide for intended mothers
- "Successful Surrogacy" by Susan M. Martin - Helps navigate the process with confidence, especially from a legal perspective
Podcasts
- Fertility Café – Covers the surrogate and intended parent experience, medical prep, emotions, and ethics
- Hope Works (by Hope Surrogacy) – Honest conversations with women who've been surrogates or intended parents
SeedCoach
Fertility-specific financial coaching and tools to help you plan and manage the significant costs associated with surrogacy.
Website: https://www.seedcoach.com
Future Family
Offers loans for IVF, egg retrieval, and surrogacy support with flexible payment options designed specifically for fertility journeys.
Website: https://www.futurefamily.com
CapexMD
Fertility financing company often partnered with agencies and clinics to provide customized loan programs for surrogacy arrangements.
Website: https://www.capexmd.com
Circle Surrogacy
Known for strong support, ethical practices, and inclusive values. One of the most established agencies with a track record of successful journeys.
Website: https://www.circlesurrogacy.com
West Coast Surrogacy
Offers personalized support with experienced coordinators who guide you through each step of the surrogacy process.
Website: https://www.westcoastsurrogacy.com
Surrogate First
Focuses on matching surrogates with values-aligned families, emphasizing the importance of the relationship between intended parents and surrogates.
Website: https://www.surrogatefirst.com