Surrogate Eligibility & Required Conduct

New York Surrogacy Center has strict eligibility requirements for our Surrogates in an effort to provide the best possible chance for a successful match and pregnancy.

If you are interested in becoming a Surrogate, please review the eligibility criteria below to determine if you are eligible to apply.

Ashlee Pestuglicc Surrogate New York Surrogacy CenterDo I Qualify?

  • Must be between the ages of 21 and 45
  • Must have had at least one term pregnancy (37 weeks) without significant complications
  • Must not have had more than five deliveries
  • Must not have had more than three C-sections
  • Must not have had more than one miscarriage
  • Must not have had more than one still birth
  • Must be in good mental and physical health
  • Must have a BMI below 35
  • Must not have ever been diagnosed with Hepatitis B or active/untreated Hepatitis C
  • Must not have HIV or any current or active STDs or STIs
  • Must not have any unresolved or ongoing issues with eating disorders
  • Must not have any prior issues with severe post-partum depression
  • Must be able to provide informed consent to engage in a surrogacy arrangement
  • Must not consume alcohol to excess while not pregnant and must not consume alcohol or marijuana while pregnant or going through a transfer cycle
  • Must not smoke cigarettes
  • No non-sterile tattoos or body piercings within the last twelve months
  • Must have no prior indicated findings of child abuse
  • Must have no disqualifying criminal convictions
  • Must not be on probation or parole
  • Must not be a current victim of domestic violence
  • Must have a stable family environment with adequate support system
  • Must have the consent of spouse, if married
  • Must not have travelled to any country identified by the CDC as being at risk for Zika infection within the last 12 months (https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information)
  • Must be willing to submit to an HIV/STD screening
  • Must be willing to submit to a comprehensive medical examination by a qualified medical professional, including sexual health history and clinical examination
  • Must be willing to submit to a comprehensive mental health screening/psychosocial evaluation by a qualified mental health practitioner to discuss the anticipated emotional impact of surrogacy
  • Must be willing to submit to additional medical or laboratory testing as determined by the healthcare professional in accordance with professional medical standards issued by ASRM and/or ACOG

Surrogates working with New York Surrogacy Center are also required to adhere to certain standards of conduct while pregnant to ensure the best possible chance of delivery of a healthy baby. Below are the required standards:

New York Surrogacy Center Albany NYRequired Conduct for Surrogates

  • Must not smoke cigarettes or be around second-hand smoke of any kind
  • Must not consume alcohol or marijuana while pregnant
  • Must not use any type of illegal drugs
  • Must not use any prescription or over-the-counter medication unless approved by OBGYN
  • Must follow all doctor’s recommendations with respect to:
    • Foods that are safe to consume during pregnancy
    • Limitations on physical activity
    • Restrictions regarding travel, including locations where it is unsafe to travel during pregnancy
  • Must follow all medical recommendations and CDC guidelines regarding safety precautions for Covid-19
  • Must not travel to any country identified by the CDC as being at risk of Zika infection (https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information)
  • Must attend all prenatal and pregnancy-related medical appointments and follow all recommendations of treating physician
  • Must not use a sauna, hot tub or steam room
  • Must not change or have contact with cat litter
  • Must not engage in dangerous or hazardous activities (i.e., rock climbing, sky diving, etc.)
  • Must not obtain any non-sterile tattoos or body piercings
  • Must only engage in protected sexual contact
  • Must maintain employment if health insurance coverage is provided through employment, or be willing to obtain COBRA or other independent health insurance coverage without surrogacy exclusion or pre-existing condition exclusion for ongoing pregnancy
  • Must notify NYSC of any plans to move from your current state of residence
  • Must maintain regular communication with NYSC
  • Must maintain regular communication with intended parents
  • Must notify NYSC if there are any substantial or material changes to the information provided in surrogate application