The first step is for you to meet the minimum requirements:
Healthy BMI range: 18.5 – 24.9
Maintaining a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI) is an important part of qualifying to become a gestational surrogate. A healthy BMI helps reduce pregnancy-related risks and supports a safer embryo transfer, pregnancy, and delivery. During the screening process, your physician will review your BMI along with your overall health to determine whether you meet the medical requirements established by the fertility clinic. While specific BMI guidelines may vary slightly by clinic, maintaining a healthy weight improves the likelihood of a successful surrogacy journey.
One of the most important surrogate requirements is having at least one previous healthy, full-term pregnancy without major complications. A positive pregnancy history helps fertility specialists understand how your body responds to pregnancy and increases confidence that you can safely carry another child. At Surrogacy4All, your medical records, prenatal history, and delivery information are carefully reviewed as part of our comprehensive screening process before you are matched with intended parents, helping ensure a safe and successful surrogacy journey for everyone involved.
Surrogates are expected to maintain a healthy, smoke-free lifestyle throughout the entire process. Smoking, vaping, nicotine products, and recreational drug use can affect fertility treatment and pregnancy outcomes. As part of the medical evaluation, candidates may be asked to complete laboratory testing to confirm they meet the program’s health standards. Living a healthy lifestyle supports the well-being of both the surrogate and the developing baby.
To participate in the program, applicants should be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident with authorization to live in the United States. This requirement helps ensure the medical, legal, and insurance aspects of the surrogacy journey can be managed effectively. Residency also allows surrogates to attend required medical appointments and complete the legal process without unnecessary complications.
Every surrogate candidate completes a comprehensive medical evaluation before approval. Fertility specialists review your personal health history, previous pregnancies, medications, surgeries, and any existing medical conditions to determine whether pregnancy is medically appropriate. This detailed assessment helps create the safest possible experience for both the surrogate and the intended parents while supporting successful pregnancy outcomes.
Emotional well-being is just as important as physical health during the surrogacy journey. All candidates participate in a confidential psychological evaluation conducted by a qualified mental health professional. The assessment helps confirm that you understand the responsibilities of surrogacy, have realistic expectations, and are emotionally prepared for the journey. Ongoing emotional support is also available throughout the pregnancy whenever needed.
To help provide a safe and trustworthy experience for everyone involved, all surrogate candidates complete a criminal background screening before entering the program. This review is part of the overall eligibility process and helps ensure a secure environment for intended parents, surrogates, and the future child. Background screening is completed confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws and program requirements.
Our job is to listen, to connect the dots between your needs, and to determine how we can best help you have your baby. If you’re asking how much does it cost for a surrogate, we’ll walk you through every step of the process to ensure there are no surprises.
To make an appointment with one of our counselors or physicians, please call (212) 661-7673 or email info@surrogacy4all.com. We look forward to hearing from you.
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