“After completing my first surrogacy journey with another agency, I chose Physicians Surrogacy for my second — and I’m so glad I did. The team has been incredibly supportive and professional, making this experience even better than my first. I’m currently 16 weeks pregnant with my second surro-baby, and I truly feel valued and cared for every step of the way.”
— Surrogate with Physician’s Surrogacy
I learned about Gestational Surrogacy about 9 years ago, before I had children of my own. I thought it was an amazing idea and an even more amazing gift to give to a growing family. Time passed and I forgot all about surrogacy. I gave birth to two beautiful boys of my own and knew that my family was complete. However, I enjoyed being pregnant and thought I was really good at it. I took really good care of my body and pregnancy/birth had became very important in my life.
A friend of mine mentioned egg donation to me and I thought that was a great idea. I looked into it and quickly learned I was just a little too old to donate my eggs. But this research led me to rediscover Gestational Surrogacy, which I was NOT too old for! I was ecstatic and immediately knew this is what I wanted to do. I talked to my husband and a few close friends about it while I was doing research into agencies. I found an agency that I liked and my husband and I decided this was a journey we wanted to take to help another family. I quickly matched with a couple and within a year and a half I had delivered their baby to them! There were a few bumps in the road along the way but in the end it was 100% worth it to gift that family their very own baby.
My first surro-baby is now 19 months old and I am currently 16 weeks pregnant with surro-baby #2! I switched agencies and I am so glad I did! I didn’t have anything against my first agency but Physicians Surrogacy has surpassed all my expectations! It took a little longer to get matched with a family than I thought it would but I think it was meant to be as the baby is due on my birthday! I am thoroughly impressed with their professionalism and support from all the staff across every department. They have made this second journey less stressful than my first journey and I can’t express how much I appreciate them. I don’t know at this point if I will do a third journey but if I can/want to I will definitely be returning to Physicians Surrogacy! They are amazing!
Just completed my first journey with Physician’s Surrogacy and this has been the most amazing experience for myself and my husband. Physician’s Surrogacy made this process so smooth and enjoyable. I was always being checked on and felt like I could ask any questions or voice any concerns.Ileska and Ivory were my case managers and they were absolutely amazing, and extremely supportive.
I highly recommend anyone to the agency especially if it is your first journey.
Thank you Physician’s Surrogacy for helping me through this amazing experience!!”
“I’m 23 years old, and have a family of my own, so I know the excitement of being a parent. I think every couple who wants a family deserves it. If I could help them accomplish that, it’d be a great experience for everybody involved. I’m very family oriented and couldn’t imagine not being able to produce a child.
This experience gives individuals that are unable to carry a child the opportunity to experience parenthood. The compensation is also a plus. It will help secure a future for my family
The first time I ever heard of the term “surrogate” was a few years ago. At the time I had no idea what it really was. It was not until I had a close personal experience with my older sister wanting another child but not knowing if she herself was able to carry the pregnancy. She asked if I would ever consider carrying a child for her.
The hope and the little bit of faith it gives a woman with a chance to have a child was so beautiful.
The term and idea lingered since then. It was a subject that came up over and over, and peaked my interest to do more reading and research on it. The deeper I looked, it felt right, like it was a calling for me to help bless someone and make their dreams come true
“I don’t plan on having another child of my own. My body is perfectly capable of carrying a child, so I decided it would be the perfect choice to become a surrogate. Pregnancy is an amazing experience from start to finish. Not being able to bare their own children isn’t something that women ask for. I feel for those who want it so badly but can’t do it on their own. I understand what it means to be a Surrogate.
I understand the child is not “mine” even though it will be in my body. My ultimate goal in this is to bless a family the way I was blessed with my angel baby
“In my quest to fulfill my dream of helping a family though surrogacy I researched several agencies in the California area. I found so many great reviews on Physician’s Surrogacy. I called and the staff was quick to answer all my questions. They certainly helped put my mind at ease and was the first agency (I called several) that I spoke with where I finally sensed “this is where I belong.” I immediately felt like they had my best interest in mind and walked me through every step of the matching process. No question of mine was ever too big or too small. Within just a couple of months of my profile being listed I had a conference call with a potential set of Intended Parents. A short time later, it was a match! It just took one phone call and I knew that all my wishes in what I was looking for in a set of Intended Parents had been listened to and met. Not long after, I had to travel for my initial medical clearance. They made all my travel arrangements and were in constant contact with me.Not quite a year after my matching process and I am quickly approaching the delivery date of my first surrogate baby.
The entire staff has helped make this the most positive and joyful experience I could’ve ever imagined. If I ever needed anything, my coordinator was quick to get on it and be sure it was taken care of.
I have gotten phone calls and texts from the staff congratulating me on important milestones (heartbeat confirmation, 20 week ultrasound, first, second and third trimester, etc.) Physician’s Surrogacy has always made me feel like family, I couldn’t have asked for a more pleasant experience
I had thought long and hard for many years about surrogacy but often wondered if I were brave enough. I finally said to myself why not? Life is too short… there are many couples out there who wish to start a family and why not be the one to help them do so as a Surrogate you want to share the wonderful experience of pregnancy and birth to those who simply cannot for themselves. One day I asked my seven year old daughter what she would think of me if I carried another child in my belly for a mommy and daddy who cannot. She simply replied, “That would be nice of you mommy.”
The only words that mattered, motivated me even more
Having the support from friends and family; the ones who mean the most to you, made me feel so much more stronger and prouder of myself. The journey was incredibly wonderful to have all the support I needed, especially from my Surrogate support person and team at physicians surrogacy! What made it even more special was hearing from the intended parents throughout my journey-knowing how much I “was truly appreciated and how happy they were, made me feel so honored and blessed! In the end, my journey was simply about giving life
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“As a mom myself, I know the joy of having a family — and I wanted to help others experience that too. Becoming a surrogate has been incredibly meaningful, and the compensation is a great bonus that helps support my own family’s future.”
— Surrogate with Physician’s Surrogacy
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“I’m 23 years old, and have a family of my own, so I know the excitement of being a parent. I think every couple who wants a family deserves it. If I could help them accomplish that, it’d be a great experience for everybody involved. I’m very family oriented and couldn’t imagine not being able to produce a child.
This experience gives individuals that are unable to carry a child the opportunity to experience parenthood. The compensation is also a plus. It will help secure a future for my family”
— Physician’s Surrogacy Surrogate Mother
Yes! Single mothers make amazing surrogates. We just require that you have a solid local support system—like family or friends—to help during appointments and recovery. This guarantees you aren’t doing it alone. Speak with our admissions team to discuss who might be your support person.
Yes. We secure a comprehensive insurance plan for you, fully paid for by the Intended Parents. This policy protects you throughout the pregnancy, and we handle the payments directly so you have zero out-of-pocket expenses. Contact us to learn more about the medical benefits included in our program.
Yes! Because we use IVF technology, the embryo bypasses the fallopian tubes entirely. In fact, having your tubes tied is often seen as a benefit because it removes the risk of an accidental pregnancy during the cycle.
Laws vary by state, but you don’t need to be a legal expert to figure it out. The fastest way to know is to submit our preliminary application. Our system instantly checks your location against current laws and lets you know immediately if you qualify.
As an OB-managed agency, we prioritize your safety with expert clinical oversight that other agencies lack. We offer the industry’s highest compensation for first-time surrogates with 100% financial transparency—no hidden terms. Plus, our Medically Cleared program fast-tracks your journey, allowing you to match sooner. Apply today to view your full benefit package
No. We only practice Gestational Surrogacy, meaning the embryo is created using the Intended Parents’ or donors’ genetics. You are carrying the pregnancy, but you share zero DNA with the baby. Check out our “Surrogacy 101” guide to learn exactly how the whole process works.
No. Since the Intended Parents hold full parental rights, only their names will appear on the birth certificate. We facilitate a “Pre-Birth Order” with the courts to establish their parental rights before the baby arrives. Your independent attorney will guide you through signing these contracts so you feel completely secure.
The intended parents that you are matched with will pay any traveling expenses related to your surrogacy.
The process typically has three stages: the medical screening to ensure you’re healthy, the IVF cycle involving medications to prepare your uterus, and the Transfer, a quick procedure followed by pregnancy testing. We monitor you closely for the first 10-12 weeks, and once the pregnancy is stable, you “graduate” to your local OB for standard prenatal care.
Don’t worry, we have a plan for that. We establish a Power of Attorney before birth, assigning a professional Newborn Care Nanny the authority to care for the baby until the parents arrive. This means under no circumstances will you be asked to take the baby home or provide care. Your attorney will review this protection plan with you.
Your main job is to maintain a healthy lifestyle and attend all prenatal appointments. We also ask for consistent communication so we can coordinate your care and support you effectively. Think of it as a partnership: you protect the pregnancy, and we handle the logistics. Contact us today to discuss what a typical week looks like for our surrogates.
During the initial screening process, we will require a background check of anyone over the age of 18 that lives in your household. If you are married, both you and your spouse will need to sign the acceptance agreement. Also, we will be including it in your legal contract. During the medical screening process, your partner/spouse will have to provide a blood and urine sample. Your partner will play a significant role as part of your support team during your surrogacy journey.
Every journey is unique. Some relationships are strictly professional, while others become like extended family. We respect your privacy and lifestyle, so we match you with parents who share your specific boundaries and expectations regarding visits and calls. Often, the relationship grows naturally as the pregnancy progresses. Contact us to discuss what level of contact feels right for you.
This is dependent on each case, but typically two weeks to a couple months. The length of the process depends on your preferences in Intended Parents and your responsiveness when they express interest in your profile. After your initial application, we will call you to talk about the surrogacy process and answer any questions you may have. We will then send you our compensation package and other documents to find out. Your intake coordinator can give you a rough estimate based on your profile how long it will take to match you.
Yes, provided that your OB accepts the health insurance utilized for the pregnancy. Together, you and the Intended Parents will decide upon the physician that cares for you during pregnancy. Many Surrogates use the physician that delivered their own children.
Yes! You can still fulfill the qualifications for gestational surrogacy. The process does not use fallopian tubes. Instead, the embryo(s) are placed directly into the Surrogate’s uterus during the embryo transfer phase.
After the first trimester, your physician will release you to your local OB doctor. Your local OB will oversee your medical care for the remainder of your pregnancy. If you need a new OB doctor, then we can provide you with recommendations. You will be able to deliver at a hospital that is local to you.
Surrogacy has the same risks as a regular pregnancy. There are no additional risks with a Surrogate pregnancy. Given that, please consult with your OB to talk about normal pregnancy risks.
Our BMI requirement is 32 but if you are close to it, we are happy to assist with weight loss support. The Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) has established guidelines on Surrogate BMI (below 34) to reduce the risk of complications or Gestational Diabetes. Most IVF centers also have their own BMI requirements, which typically range from 28 – 34.
Gestational Surrogates need to prepare their bodies for the embryo transfer. You will require injections in order to help your uterus accept the embryo. The medical team will help you throughout your injectable period by providing a calendar with a clear timetable and dosages. Generally, you will have to take the injections through the first trimester.
No, the Surrogate Mother does not bear any cost of this process. The Intended Parents will pay for and handle all the medical expenses, Surrogate Mother benefits, legal fees, and travel expenses.
Employed Surrogates may be entitled to lost wages through the state. We realize this may be a factor. So, we have decided to include a stipend for lost wages at the outset. We believe whether you need it or not, the money should be there. Also, we leave it up to you how to best allocate those funds. Should you need to file with the EDD, we leave that to your discretion. Although your compensation package includes lost wages, this does not preclude you from filing directly with EDD for lost wage benefits.
All funds related to your surrogacy will be held in a trust account that is managed by or an experienced escrow company, so that all monies due for your Surrogate fees and reimbursement of related expenses are paid in a timely manner. All financial matters will be handled by the surrogacy agency, removing this component from your relationship with the Intended Parents.
This compensation structure fosters a groundbreaking concept in which all parties mutually benefit.
Our Surrogates receive more payment with a fixed compensation package than with a line item package.
Surrogates are paid more upfront during the beginning of their journey. In most cases, our Surrogates can earn $4-5k+ even before confirmation of pregnancy (COP).
Less tedious paperwork: we eliminate the need for submitting miscellaneous expenses such as childcare, mileage, pay stubs and instead entrust you with the reimbursement of your expenses.
Straightforward compensation – they know upfront what they will have to pay and can plan accordingly. Takes into consideration the additional expenses incurred such as travel and monitoring expenses in different regions.
To be considered employed, you must have a gross annual income of $15,000. Employment is verified by pay stubs and/or a tax return.
For local Surrogates, travel and other expenses are much less for the Intended Parents. It is because of the proximity of the local Surrogates to our Southern California location. Additionally, as does the cost of living, average surrogacy compensation also varies greatly from state to state.