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The surrogacy process is a special one. Whether you require a gestational carrier to carry an embryo created with your own eggs and sperm, or you need an egg donor to complete your family, GSHC is here to guide you every step of the way. Connecting with the perfect match, be it a gestational surrogate or an egg donor, is a journey you will never forget. You've found our agency because you're ready to explore your family-building options, and GSHC is here to support you toward making the best decision for yourself and your family.

Looking for an Egg Donor?

Are you considering egg donation as part of your path to parenthood? GSHC can help turn your dream into reality. We understand that there are many reasons why intended parents might choose egg donation, and we are here to support you throughout the entire process.

One of the biggest concerns for intended parents is waiting time. At GSHC, we strive to minimize the time it takes to find your perfect match. We have a large and carefully pre-screened pool of egg donors ready to help you build your family. With a diverse range of backgrounds and characteristics, you'll have a high number of options to choose from.

Finding a donor who aligns with your values and goals is essential. Our extensive database allows you to browse profiles and get to know potential donors virtually. This empowers you to make an informed decision and feel confident about your choice.

Finally, you won't be alone on this journey. Our GSHC team has extensive experience guiding intended parents through the egg donation process. During an initial consultation, we'll take the time to understand your unique needs and preferences. We will then create a personalized profile to ensure the best possible match between you and an egg donor. Learn more about using donor eggs.

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Considering Surrogacy?

Building a family through surrogacy can be an incredible experience, but finding the right partner to guide you through the process is crucial. GSHC understands the unique needs of intended parents seeking a gestational carrier. We're committed to exceptional service and support, helping you achieve your dream of parenthood.

Several factors make GSHC the ideal choice for your surrogacy journey. Firstly, we minimize wait times. Knowing how precious time is when starting a family, we offer one of the industry's shortest wait times. Our extensive pool of pre-screened, qualified gestational carriers allows for a quick and perfect match with the person who will carry your child.

Secondly, our team's expertise is unparalleled. With extensive experience managing all aspects of surrogacy, we understand the complexities and are prepared to address any obstacle. From your initial consultation, we'll guide you every step of the way, creating a personalized profile outlining your needs and preferences for the best possible match. Finally, GSHC offers dedicated support. Your journey to parenthood began long before contacting us, and we understand the emotional and logistical challenges you may have faced. Our team will provide ongoing support and keep you informed throughout the entire process, ensuring you feel confident and empowered every step of the way. Learn more about using a surrogate.

Starting your IVF journey? We're here to answer your questions and guide you towards the best care. Schedule a Free Consultation to Discuss Your Needs. We'll help you understand your options and answer any questions you have.

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What We Offer

  • Experience – The majority of our intake and case managers are former/current surrogates themselves, while most of our client relations managers have been intended parents. We understand this experience first-hand and we can guide you and your surrogate or egg donor through every step of this process from personal experience.
  • Financial transparency – receive a detailed breakdown upfront of the costs you can expect to pay on your journey. We take special care to ensure that you know the cap on your expenses and are prepared for any eventuality.
  • Trust – As a member of the Society for Ethics in Egg Donation and Surrogacy (SEEDS), we are committed to maintaining the highest standard of ethical behavior and professional service to our clients, egg donors, and surrogates alike.
  • Professional connections with trusted IVF clinics, surrogacy and family law attorneys, escrow fund managers, psychological support professionals throughout your entire journey.

Learn more about our agency and our staff.

What You Can Expect to Pay

We understand the financial load of assisted reproduction can be heavy. That is why we have taken great efforts to craft a reasonable and comprehensive fee structure for our intended parents to gain a thorough understanding of what they can expect to pay. While compensation can vary for egg donors and surrogates, you can expect to review a detailed fee sheet that outlines all of the key payments made throughout the process.

In addition to your donor or surrogate’s compensations, you should expect to pay for fees along the way including criminal & psychological screenings, legal fees for drafting and reviewing contracts, escrow management, lost wages, travel and accommodations for procedures, and medical & life insurance.

Contact us today to learn what you can expect to pay for a journey with GSHC. Our pricing is fully transparent, our referral services are at cost, and you won’t pay overhead fees for anything.

We also encourage you to review our comprehensive overview of Surrogacy Costs to learn what surrogates are eligible to receive.

Learn more about egg donor costs.

Additional Surrogacy Resources Available to You

In addition to the 24/7 access you will have to your client relations manager, your surrogate’s personal case manager, and the rest of the GSHC staff during your journey, we also provide a wealth of surrogacy knowledge through our Blog.

A sample of surrogacy topics and useful information can be found below. We also encourage you to thoroughly investigate the Intended Parents Resources page for information specific to your experience along your journey.

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See What Others Have Said

Parent

Highly recommend! GSHC helped us with our first baby. At the very beginning, Jia from GSHC hosted a one on one meeting to help us understand the process, timeline and costs. The team really listened and understood our needs. After we started the... process, the team guided us through egg donor selection, embryo development and surrogate selection. The team checked in with the surrogate regularly to make sure she is happy and has everything she needs. We also received regular updates to make sure everything is going well. The whole process was basically on auto-pilot and that enabled us to focus more time on our life. The team has a real passion for what they do and everyone on the team is really professional and helpful. We will definitely work with GSHC again with our next baby.

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- Alan
Donor

Cassandra was my coordinator for my first egg donation who introduced me to how the process works, was well organized for the travel, appointments and always quick to respond for all my questions and arrangements. My accommodations in California... were the perfect location walkable distance to the clinic, restaurants, stores, & pharmacy. A ride back to the hotel was provided after my egg retrieval since I had no one I knew able to be there for me. The nurse at the clinic explained the timing and dosage of medications and let me practice. Even when I had to stay longer than expected (3 weeks) I was allowed to work virtually at my job by my employer which made the entire process way less stressful. Thank you for all you do Cassandra and GSHC!

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- Natalie
Surrogate

"I absolutely loved working with GSHC as a gestational carrier. I was matched with a couple quickly and was able to communicate with them through my entire journey i def recommend GSHC to anyone who is wanting to be a surrogate ❤️. Jia is... amazing."

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- Jennifer G.

Frequently Asked Questions About Surrogacy

  • Your first step is to partner with an agency to assist you with the process. If you decide to move forward with GSHC (and we hope you do!), just sign the agency agreement and make a small deposit. It’s that easy! Once those 2 items are received, we will get the process started for you.

  • The costs of surrogacy can vary greatly depending on a number of factors, such as whether you use an egg donor, which state your surrogate lives in and whether you use a first-time or experienced surrogate. Plan on at least $100,000-150,000.

  • All of our surrogates undergo thorough state and federal background checks, drug/alcohol/nicotine screening, a psychological evaluation, medical record review, and a full medical examination.

  • Usually, the surrogacy process takes anywhere from 12-20 months between the time you first contact your surrogacy agency to when you bring your baby home.

  • Surrogacy is legal in many states across the US, although the laws can vary greatly from state to state. Some states are much easier to work with than others, and your options will be discussed during your consultation.

  • No. The surrogate cannot legally keep the baby, and probably doesn’t want to! All of our surrogates have undergone psychological screening to make sure they are ready to complete the process and will not suffer any emotional distress by doing so. Legally, the surrogate relinquishes any right to the child before the baby is born.

  • Your surrogate’s insurance will cover the costs of prenatal care and delivery. She may already have a plan in place, or we will help you to purchase the best option available to her. As the intended parent(s), you will be responsible for paying the monthly insurance premiums, deductible, and out-of-pocket maximum during the pregnancy.

  • We are committed to providing the absolute best support and education possible to our intended parents, to guide them smoothly through the entire process and make sure everything goes according to plan. Although unexpected things can sometimes happen, we will be by your side to help you every step of the way, to ensure your experience is as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

Are you ready to start building your family? Getting started is easy, simply complete our Intended Parent Intake Form.

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