Your Guide to Surrogacy in Tampa

Find or Become a Surrogate in Tampa

Surrogacy can be a life-changing, deeply fulfilling experience. Whether you’re seeking a surrogate or are interested in becoming a surrogate yourself, the team at GSHC Surrogacy Agency has the information and expertise you need to get started on this exciting journey. We serve the entire Tampa region, including Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Lakeland, and beyond.

• Finding a Surrogate in Tampa
• Surrogacy Process in Tampa
• Surrogacy in Tampa FAQs
• Why GSHC: About Our Surrogacy Agency

Becoming a Surrogate in Tampa

Surrogacy Compensation in Tampa

Surrogates in Tampa are fairly compensated for their time, physical and emotional energy, and unique dedication to helping intended parents grow their families. Surrogates receive generous base compensation, as well as a set monthly allowance, reimbursement for insurance premiums and prescription copays, and payments for certain milestones such as the completion of the medication protocol and embryo transfer.

Overall compensation depends on various factors, including prior surrogacy experience, specific medical needs, unexpected medical circumstances, whether the pregnancy results in multiples (twins or triplets, for example), as well as any special requirements detailed in the surrogacy contract.

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Surrogacy Requirements in Tampa

Specific requirements are in place to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of all surrogates in Tampa. GSHC maintains stringent criteria to protect the surrogate, the baby, and the intended parents and help facilitate a seamless journey for all parties. Our basic requirements take into account age, lifestyle, physical and mental health, financial and living situation, previous pregnancies, and more to ensure a healthy and rewarding experience.

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Find a Surrogate in Tampa

If you’re interested in working with a surrogate in Tampa or elsewhere throughout Florida, the experts at GSHC can help. Our caring, compassionate team has a deep understanding of all aspects of the surrogacy process. As a surrogacy-friendly state, Florida has strict laws in place to help protect the surrogate and the intended parents, as well as the baby, throughout this special journey.

Surrogacy Costs in Tampa

Total surrogacy costs will vary based on a range of factors, such as medical needs, legal fees, insurance costs, any unexpected circumstances, and specific requirements outlined in the agreed-upon surrogacy contract. GSHC is committed to providing total transparency around pricing and will provide you with a clear, easy-to-understand cost breakdown early in the process. Likewise, we’re also proud to provide surrogates with fair compensation that takes into account the various complexities involved in surrogacy.

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The Surrogacy Process in Tampa

The surrogacy process in Tampa typically involves several key steps:

Step 1. Matching

Creating a harmonious match between surrogates and intended parents is crucial. Our experienced team carefully considers various factors — including personalities, lifestyles, values, preferences, and needs — to ensure a rewarding experience that is as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Step 2. Legal and Medical Procedures

Once intended parents have been matched with a surrogate, medical and legal processes will begin. The surrogate will attend preliminary medical screenings and evaluations to assess both mental and physical health, including checking for genetic diseases. After medical clearance has been granted, the process of drafting and reviewing a surrogacy contract can commence. The surrogate will be able to review the contract with her own attorney, and will have the chance to suggest changes or adjustments as needed.

After the contract is agreed upon and signed by all parties, the surrogate can start taking medications that will help prepare her body for the embryo transfer. Once the medication protocol is completed, a fertility doctor will transfer the embryo(s) to the surrogate’s uterus — a fast and painless procedure.

Step 3. Pregnancy and Birth

Twelve to 14 days after the embryo transfer, the surrogate will take a blood test to see if she has become pregnant. After eight weeks of pregnancy, she will start weaning off the fertility medications, and at 10 weeks, will stop seeing her fertility doctor and begin seeing her chosen OB/GYN.

The surrogate will be able to choose the hospital in which she will give birth. The intended parents will usually be there during the delivery. After giving birth, the surrogate will have some time to hold the baby before the intended parents say goodbye to the surrogate and take their new baby home with them.