Intended Parents FAQs

Yes! Gestational surrogacy can be a perfect option for your parental plan. We are a single-parent and LGBT-friendly agency and would love to work with you to.

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Yes! We regularly work with international families. Support provided includes visa assistance and documentation, coordination with consulates/embassies.

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Patriot Conceptions is LGBTQ+ experienced. Same medical process for all, may need egg donor selection, additional legal steps in some states, international.

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Legal process varies by state but typically includes pre-birth orders in surrogate-friendly states, parentage declarations filed with court, both parents can.

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Begin with Initial Consultation (free) to discuss family-building goals, review surrogacy process, financial planning discussion, with virtual or in-person.

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Rigorous screening includes Medical screening (previous pregnancy records review, current health assessment, infectious disease testing, psychological.

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Typically 12-18 months total. Pre-conception (3-6 months): surrogate matching 1-3 months, legal agreements 1-2 months, medical clearance 1 month.

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During pregnancy: regular updates (frequency varies), attendance at appointments (especially ultrasounds), direct communication via text/email/video, holiday.

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Success depends on multiple factors. Embryo quality is most important factor. First transfer success: 60-70% with good embryos.

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We coordinate all aspects including in-house egg donor program, sperm bank partnerships, known donor agreements, simultaneous donor and surrogate matching.

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Surrogacy costs typically range $130,000-$200,000+ including agency fees ($30,000-$40,000), surrogate compensation ($35,000-$91,000+ based on experience.

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Required: Age 21-38 years, previous healthy pregnancy/delivery, BMI under 33, non-smoker no drugs, financially stable, U.

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Gestational Surrogacy (what we offer): embryo created via IVF, no genetic link to surrogate, legally preferred in all states, clear parental rights, higher.

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Most friendly states: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Nevada, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington.

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Surrogacy helps various individuals and couples. Medical reasons include women without a uterus, uterine abnormalities, medical conditions preventing.

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Patriot Conceptions offers 15+ years combined experience, 700+ successful families created, veteran-owned with military values (honor, integrity, service).

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California law mandates protection for all parties, clear financial obligations, medical decision protocols, parental rights establishment, lifestyle.

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This virtually never happens. Surrogates have completed their families, no genetic connection to baby, extensive psychological screening, clear legal.

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Financial options available include escrow account management, milestone-based payments, financial counseling services, fertility loan partnerships, insurance.

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For Intended Parents: Schedule free consultation, complete intake forms, meet with specialists, begin matching process.

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Ethical framework includes informed consent for all parties, fair compensation for surrogates/donors, psychological support throughout, transparent.

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Timelines vary based on matching, medical screening, clinic scheduling, and legal steps.

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The surrogacy process can take anywhere from 12 months to 18 months for the majority of intended parents, depending on each case and the location of your.

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Success rates depend on many factors (clinic outcomes, embryo quality, patient health, and treatment plan).

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Veteran-owned with military values, 15+ years combined experience, 700+ families created successfully, full-service egg donation and surrogacy, transparent.

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Surrogates or egg donors must be mentally and physically healthy. They also need to meet our strict requirements to be admitted into the program.

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ASRM guidelines for reproductive medicine, FDA regulations for tissue donation, state laws for surrogacy and donation, HIPAA compliance for privacy, LGBTQ+.

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Comprehensive third-party reproduction services. Egg Donation Program: donor recruitment and screening, matching services, legal coordination, cycle.

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Headquarters in Costa Mesa, California. Service area nationwide and international.

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