What is included in surrogate compensation?

• Surrogate compensation can be broken down into three main categories:
  • 1: Base Compensation
    • This is the amount that the Intended Parents will pay you simply for agreeing to go through the surrogacy process with them. It is designed to compensate you for your time, efforts, and medical risks associated with being a surrogate.
    • You will receive your first base compensation payment upon confirmation of pregnancy, and will receive the remainder of the payments in equal monthly installments throughout the duration of the pregnancy.
    • These payments will be sent to you via direct deposit into a bank account of your choosing.
  • 2: Milestone Bonuses
    • In addition to your base compensation, you will also receive various “bonus” payments at certain milestones throughout the pregnancy, including:
      • Upon completing your medical/psychological screening
      • Upon receiving legal clearance to start your transfer cycle
      • Upon starting fertility medications
      • Upon completing your embryo transfer cycle
      • Upon reaching the 12^th week of pregnancy
    • You will also receive a monthly allowance of $250 per month to cover any incidental expenses that come up as part of the surrogacy process
  • 3: Expense Reimbursements
    • The Intended Parents are also responsible for covering any out-of-pocket costs associated with the surrogacy process, including:
      • Travel expenses (i.e., flights, hotels, mileage, meals, etc.)
      • Health insurance premiums (if necessary)
      • Medical expenses and co-pays
      • Counseling services
      • Life insurance
      • Disability insurance (if applicable)
      • Childcare expenses
      • Pet care expenses
      • Housekeeping & meal preparation expenses
      • Lost wages
    • If you decide to pump breast milk for your Intended Parents, you will also be reimbursed for that at a rate of $300 per week plus the cost of a pump, shipping, storage, etc.

Compensation Schedule PDF