Independent Surrogacy vs. Agency Surrogacy: the Intended Parents Perspective
When we talk to Intended Parents about why they chose or are considering an independent surrogacy journey, rather than an agency surrogacy journey, the main reason is almost always cost. We understand that. Surrogacy is expensive. But we also hear a lot of horror stories of independent surrogacy journeys gone wrong. Too often we hear about potential surrogates who connect with intended parents online, start the process, and then disappear. And many Intended Parents have had this happen to them more than once. Losing a surrogate like this is devastating – and can also be expensive if you’ve invested money
Surrogate Eligibility
When it comes to determining if a woman is eligible to become a surrogate, there are legal requirements, agency policies, and fertility clinic requirements she must comply with. Legal RequirementsUnder New York Law, a woman must meet the following criteria to become a surrogate:• At least 21 years old• US citizen or legal permanent resident• Single, married with her spouse participating, or married but legally separated if her spouse is not participating (check out our blog on surrogates’ spouses: https://nysurrogacycenter.com/surrogacy-blogs/role-of-the-surrogates-spouse/)• Successfully complete a medical screening (see Fertility Clinic Requirements section below for what is considered during the medical screening)Agency PoliciesThe
