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Q: I'm overweight. Can I still become a Surrogate?

Many overweight women think they may be too large to become a surrogate. This is often not the case! Most fertility clinics do require a body mass index of 33 or lower. If you are interested in our Surrogacy program, please contact us, even if you are unsure if you meet this requirement. If your height and weight fall within the parameters on the chart below, your BMI is under 33.

Q: Why can't I become a Surrogate if I'm on public assistance?

Gestational Surrogates are required to be in a financially stable living situation. There are strict laws about reporting income when you are on government assistance and any compensation you may receive as a surrogate could disqualify you from receiving further benefits. Therefore, we are unable to accept applicants who are enrolled in certain government programs such as cash assistance, welfare, public housing, and Section 8 housing.

Q: What are the requirements to become a Surrogate?

All candidates for our Surrogacy program must meet the following requirements: • Be a resident of the United States • Be between the ages of 21-42 • Be healthy overall • Be height-weight proportionate with BMI of 33 or less • Have at least one child and be raising (or have raised) that child • Have experienced a full-term pregnancy and delivery • Be in a stable living situation • Have the support of your spouse or partner (when applicable) • Never have been convicted of a crime • Have a minimum of a high school education • Be willing to take medications via injection • Not smoke or take illegal drugs • Be willing to refrain from alcohol throughout the pregnancy • Be willing to keep caffeine intake to a minimum for the duration of the pregnancy • Not have any sexually transmitted diseases • Not have any psychiatric illness • Have reliable transportation

Q: As a Surrogate, do I get to select who I will carry for?

Absolutely! Making a great match is of the highest priority at Family Source. Our team will provide profiles of Intended Parents (IPs) who match your requirements for you to review. Once you find a potential match, you’ll ‘meet’ the IPs (usually via Skype) so you can both determine if you’d like to continue your journey together.

Q: Do I need to hire an attorney to help with my Surrogacy Agreement?

An attorney who specializes in Third Party Reproduction will be provided for you. They will review the Direct Agreement to make sure all verbiage is included to ensure that your rights are well protected. This agreement will need to be signed by all parties prior to you beginning any injectable medication in preparation for the embryo transfer.

Q: Do I need to have my own health insurance to become a Surrogate?

It is not a requirement, but is preferred. If you do have a health insurance policy, our team will review the benefits for a "surrogacy exclusion". If no exclusion is listed, your insurance will be utilized once you are released from the fertility center and seeing your OB. Intended Parents are responsible for the cost of all co-pays and deductibles.

I’m overweight. Can I still become a Surrogate?

Why can’t I become a Surrogate if I’m on public assistance?

What are the requirements to become a Surrogate?

As a Surrogate, do I get to select who I will carry for?

Do I need to hire an attorney to help with my Surrogacy Agreement?

Do I need to have my own health insurance to become a Surrogate?