Surrogacy Process Overview
· Make Appointment · Choose Surrogate · Matching · IVF Cycle · Legal Process · Pregnancy · Delivery
The surrogacy journey is a unique and incredible experience that varies for each intended parent and gestational carrier, typically lasting around 12 months from matching to the arrival of the baby.
As a full-service surrogacy agency, Patriot Conceptions offers specialized support tailored to your individual path. Our experts provide guidance through every phase – from initial consultations and legal clearance to embryo transfers, managing the pregnancy, and celebrating the arrival of your long-awaited baby.
Whether you're just exploring surrogacy, ready to begin, or fully committed to the process, we offer personalized care to meet you where you are. While timelines can vary based on individual needs, here's an overview of what to expect during your surrogacy journey with us.
Steps for Intended Parents of the Surrogacy process
Step 1:
Make an Appointment
1-2 Weeks
Your Surrogacy Journey Begins with Us
At Patriot Conceptions, we make taking the first step in your surrogacy journey easy with a warm welcome and clear guidance.
- Introductory Consultation: Start with a meeting with one of our specialists to discuss your family expansion goals and get a detailed overview of the surrogacy process.
- Build Understanding and Trust: Use this opportunity to get to know us, establish a strong foundation, and build mutual trust.
- Personalized Discussion: We’ll delve into your unique needs and preferences, addressing any questions to support informed decision-making.
- Informed Decision-Making: By the end of the consultation, you’ll be ready to choose whether to proceed immediately or take additional time before starting your surrogacy journey.
- Ongoing Support: We are committed to supporting you through every step of the surrogacy process.
Step 2:
Find the ideal
surrogate
3-4 Weeks
Surrogacy Matching - Finding Your Ideal Gestational Carrier
Our case managers get to know all our surrogates to enable the most compatible match aligned with your distinct needs and family values.
With care and expertise, we identify outstanding altruistic women ready to selflessly carry life and possibility to intended families.
We go through a strict and thorough surrogate screening process to make sure our surrogates are mentally, physically, and financially prepared for the whole surrogacy.
step 3:
match with
the surrogate
1 Day
Getting Acquainted with Your Match
- Facilitated Introductory Meetings: We organize video chats or in-person appointments to connect you with your potential surrogate.
- Ensure Open Communication: Use these meetings to establish comfort and clear communication between you and your surrogate.
- Review IVF Clinic and Fertility Procedures: We help you explore your options for IVF clinics and fertility procedures.
- Focus on Openness and Understanding: We believe that a shared vision and mutual understanding between intended parents and gestational carriers are crucial.
- Personalized Matching: Our goal is to find not only medically eligible surrogates but those who perfectly match the unique needs of each intended family.
step 4:
Medical Cycle
Your Surrogate's Screening Process
Congratulations - with your official matched surrogate now by your side, it’s time to ensure full preparation and clearance for her to carry a healthy pregnancy.
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Thorough Medical Evaluations: Our gestational carriers undergo extensive medical checks, including blood panels, antibiotic screens, STD tests, and psychological evaluations.
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Detailed Wellbeing Assessment: We leave no detail unchecked to safeguard the health and well-being of our surrogates.
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In-Depth Insurance Policy Reviews: Our insurance specialists conduct thorough reviews to clarify coverage for all associated treatments, appointments, and potential complications.
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Clear Cost and Coverage Understanding: We ensure that both surrogates and intended parents are fully informed about projected costs and available protection.
1 Week
step 5:
legal process
Finalizing Your Surrogacy Agreement
With your surrogate now fully cleared for pregnancy from a health perspective, the next step is completing the legal formalities to protect all parties on the journey ahead through binding documentation.
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Health Clearance: Once your surrogate is fully medically cleared, we move to finalize the legal aspects of your surrogacy journey.
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Legal Expertise: Our team will connect you with specialized legal experts to draft a comprehensive contract that outlines all parameters, expectations, and contingencies.
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Detailed Surrogacy Agreement: The contract covers essential elements such as compensation, reimbursements, dispute resolution, insurance stipulations, and more.
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Ensuring Security: We aim to ensure that all parties feel secure and confident in the agreement, recognizing the profound trust involved in this journey.
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Paperwork and Preparation: Our advisors will guide you through finalizing all necessary paperwork, so you’re fully prepared for the excitement of transfer day.
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Focus on the Journey: We handle the legal complexities, allowing you to focus on the hopeful and exciting aspects of your surrogacy experience. Contact us anytime with questions to ensure a smooth and fulfilling surrogacy process.
2-6 Weeks
step 6:
get pregnant
Embryo Transfer
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Guidance Through Embryo Transfer: Our team will assist you through the embryo transfer process to support a successful pregnancy.
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Fertility Medication: After completing legal and medical preparations, the surrogate will begin fertility medication to enhance the chances of a successful embryo transfer.
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Pregnancy Test Milestone: A pregnancy test, scheduled 10 to 15 days post-transfer, is a significant milestone where you may hear your baby's heartbeat.
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Ongoing Support: We conduct regular check-ins with the surrogate to ensure everything is progressing smoothly, while the surrogate handles routine medical appointments.
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Specialist Availability: Our specialists are always available to address any concerns or questions throughout the pregnancy.
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Anticipating Delivery: We look forward to the upcoming delivery, supporting you and the surrogate every step of the way.
9-10 Months
step 7:
build a family!
Deliver the baby!
Congratulations on this significant milestone and the beginning of a new chapter in your life. We are honored to have been part of this extraordinary journey with you.