The Surrogacy Journey in Oregon

Your Guide to Finding or Becoming a Surrogate in Portland, Eugene, Salem, and Throughout Oregon

Begin your surrogacy journey in Oregon, a state known for its scenic beauty and welcoming communities. Whether you’re an intended parent eager to grow your family or a gestational surrogate ready to make a significant impact, GSHC is here to support you at every turn. Explore the supportive legal framework, outstanding medical services, and compassionate community in vibrant cities like Portland, Eugene, and Salem, all of which make Oregon an ideal destination for surrogacy.

Who Uses a Surrogate?

In Oregon, including cities like Portland, Eugene, and Salem, surrogacy is embraced by a diverse professional community dedicated to helping intended parents from various backgrounds. Intended parents may include those facing infertility, same-sex couples, and single parents seeking to expand their families. Gestational surrogacy offers a path to parenthood for those who cannot carry a pregnancy themselves, providing hope and opportunity to create a family.

Become a Surrogate in Oregon

Thinking about becoming a surrogate in Oregon? Whether you’re from Portland, Eugene, Salem, or anywhere else in the Beaver State, GSHC is here to guide you through this transformative journey. Discover the journey of surrogacy in Oregon, including benefits, compensation, and requirements.

Surrogate Compensation in Oregon: How Much Are Surrogates Paid?

At GSHC Surrogacy Agency, we ensure our surrogates in Oregon, including those from Portland, Eugene, and Salem, receive fair compensation for their invaluable role. Base surrogate compensation ranges from $40,000 to $80,000, divided into 10 equal installments, starting after pregnancy confirmation and continuing through the pregnancy. The remaining balance is paid in full approximately 15 days after delivery.

Surrogates also receive additional benefits, including:

  • Monthly allowance
  • Milestone payments (medication compliance, embryo transfer, confirmation of fetal heartbeat)
  • Maternity clothing allowance
  • Housekeeping allowance
  • $250,000 life insurance policy
  • Travel expenses
  • Health insurance premium for a minimum of 12 months
  • Legal counsel

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Surrogate Requirements in Oregon

To become a surrogate in Oregon, whether you’re from Portland, Eugene, or Salem, potential candidates must fulfill specific qualifications. Some of these include:

  • Ages 21-38 and have had at least one child of your own
  • Less than 3 C-sections
  • Less than 5 total pregnancies
  • Have a BMI of 31 or less

Before filling out your application, please review our full list of requirements. If you’re unsure of your qualifications, please contact us and we will happily assist you.

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Become a Surrogate in Oregon

Ready to take the first step? GSHC Surrogacy Agency works with surrogates from Portland, Eugene, Salem, and everywhere else in Oregon. Start your surrogacy journey today.

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Find a Surrogate in Oregon

Considering surrogacy in Oregon? At GSHC Surrogacy, we've successfully partnered with numerous surrogates across the state, from Portland to Eugene and Salem. We can help you find the perfect match. Learn about the surrogacy process in Oregon for intended parents, including costs, how to find a surrogate, and more.

How Much Does Surrogacy Cost in Oregon?

The final cost for surrogacy in Oregon depends on a wide range of factors and contingencies. Some of these include:

  • Base compensation, allowance, and milestone fees for the surrogate
  • Childcare and housekeeping
  • Lost wages
  • Maternity clothing
  • Screening fees
  • Insurance fees
  • Medical expenses
  • Agency fees
  • Legal fees

Rest assured that, when you work with GSHC, our agency will maintain transparency about surrogacy costs every step of the way and help prepare you for possible scenarios ahead of time.

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How to Find a Surrogate in Oregon

Finding a surrogate in Oregon begins with the Matching Process, during which your GSHC case manager will help you review profiles of potential surrogates. While making your decision, it’s crucial to consider a myriad of factors, such as the surrogate’s personality, shared values, and your own personal preferences. Once a potential match is identified, a meeting can be arranged so that you and the potential surrogate can discuss your expectations and boundaries. This helps to facilitate a smooth transition for each step in the surrogacy journey, as well as an agreement built on mutual trust and understanding.

If you and the surrogate choose to be matched with one another, the next step is to draft surrogacy arrangement contracts, which outline the rights, responsibilities, and expectations of all parties involved. These integral documents must be drafted by an attorney specializing in reproductive law.

Using an Egg Donor and Surrogate in Oregon

Using an egg donor with surrogacy is not an uncommon practice for many intended parents and, while it adds a layer of legality to the process, is relatively easy to navigate in Oregon. The state has clear legislation that declares the intended parents as the legal and rightful parents of any child born through gamete donation and surrogacy.

In addition to being a leading national surrogacy agency, GSHC is also an egg donor agency. We have the resources, capabilities, and expertise to help intended parents navigate all aspects of egg donation and surrogacy across all of Oregon, including communities such as Portland, Eugene, Salem, and beyond. Our all-inclusive approach makes the entire process easier because we can help coordinate everything from one place.

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LGBTQ+ Surrogacy in Oregon

Oregon is a popular destination for LGBTQ+ intended parents pursuing surrogacy, as the written laws are inclusive and do not discriminate based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Same-sex parents are listed as “Parent 1” and “Parent 2” on birth certificates.

Find a Surrogate in Oregon

Ready to take the first step toward becoming a parent? GSHC Surrogacy Agency works with surrogates from Portland, Eugene, Salem, and everywhere else in Oregon. Start your surrogacy journey in Oregon today.

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Surrogacy Laws in Oregon

Gestational surrogacy is legal in Oregon, with no prohibitive statutes or case law. Oregon courts grant pre-birth parentage orders, known as “judgments,” and both intended parents can be declared legal parents if one is genetically related to the child. This includes married and unmarried heterosexual couples, same-sex couples, and single parents using their own or donated genetic material.

If neither parent is genetically related, the outcome may vary by court, making it crucial to work with an experienced surrogacy attorney. However, the courts are generally favorable. In surrogacy arrangements using donor eggs and/or sperm, intended parents can rest assured knowing that the law absolves donors of any rights or obligations to the resulting child for married heterosexual couples or married women. However, It does not apply to single parents or two fathers, even if married.

The GSHC Surrogacy Process in Oregon
GC Step 1. Application & Screening
Prospective surrogates apply to GSHC, undergoing thorough screening to confirm their readiness and suitability for surrogacy.
IP Step 1. Initial Consultation
Intended parents have an initial consultation with GSHC to understand their surrogacy options and the process involved.
GC Step 2. Profile Creation
Surrogates create profiles detailing their backgrounds, preferences, and motivations for pursuing surrogacy.
IP Step 2. Seeking a Surrogate
Intended parents review surrogate profiles, selecting one that aligns with their values and preferences, with GSHC's guidance.
Step 3. Making a Match
Once intended parents and surrogates agree to work with one another, they are considered matched, marking a key moment in their shared journey. Throughout the rest of the surrogacy process, they will collaborate on legal agreements, undergo medical procedures, support each other during pregnancy, and celebrate the child's birth together, embarking on a unified path toward parenthood.
Step 4. Legal Contracts
Intended parents and surrogates, each with their own attorney, draft and sign legal contracts detailing their rights, responsibilities, and expectations.
Step 5. Medical Procedures
The surrogate receives medical evaluations and hormone treatments to prepare for embryo transfer. Intended parents may already have a frozen embryo ready, which would then be transferred to the surrogate’s uterus for implantation. Otherwise, the intended parents under go IVF to create embryos. Sometimes, eggs and/or sperm from a donor may be used.
Step 6. Prenatal Care
Surrogates attend regular prenatal appointments and check-ups to monitor their health and the baby's development. They follow specific dietary and lifestyle guidelines to ensure a healthy pregnancy. Intended parents provide emotional support and stay informed about the pregnancy's progress, fostering open communication and collaboration.
Step 7. Birth
As full term approaches, the surrogate prepares for childbirth with support from medical professionals and the intended parents. The surrogate is admitted to a hospital or birthing center, where intended parents often join to support her and welcome the baby. Whether through vaginal delivery or cesarean section, the surrogate’s well-being is prioritized.
Step 8. Parental Rights & Post-Delivery Support
Intended parents secure legal parental rights through court proceedings and continue to support the surrogate during her postpartum recovery.
Step 9. An Exciting New Chapter
With their child's birth, intended parents begin a joyous new chapter filled with love and possibilities. The relationships formed during the surrogacy journey often endure, with ongoing communication and celebration of the profound impact surrogacy has had on their lives, creating lasting bonds and cherished memories.
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Surrogacy in Oregon FAQ

  • Yes, surrogacy is legal in Oregon. There are no specific laws prohibiting gestational surrogacy, making it a supportive state for surrogacy arrangements.

  • Yes, same-sex couples can pursue surrogacy in Oregon and are eligible for pre-birth parentage orders to establish legal parentage.

  • Surrogates in Oregon typically receive base compensation ranging from $35,000 to $60,000, along with additional benefits such as a monthly allowance, milestone payments, and medical expense coverage.

  • In Oregon, surrogates are required to use their own attorney when entering into a surrogacy arrangement. This attorney must be separate from the intended parent’s attorney.

  • No, intended parents cover all medical expenses related to the surrogacy process, including prenatal care and delivery costs.

  • Oregon law does not specify whether or not the intended parents or the surrogate are married. Oregon laws also allow for same-sex couples to engage in a surrogacy arrangement on either side.

  • Surrogates receive comprehensive support, including medical care, psychological counseling, legal assistance, and guidance from their surrogacy agency.

About Our Surrogacy Agency

GSHC Surrogacy Agency is an internationally recognized, full-service boutique agency dedicated to helping families grow through surrogacy and egg donation. With a core ethos centered on a passion for assisted reproduction and family building, we prioritize the highest level of service for both intended parents and surrogates. What sets us apart is our unique approach – 100% of our Case Managers are former surrogates themselves, providing unparalleled empathy and expertise. Our extensive pool of surrogates, close relationships with elite professionals, and commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusivity ensure a seamless journey toward parenthood. With GSHC Surrogacy Agency, you're in safe hands every step of the way. Learn more about how we can help facilitate your surrogacy journey in Oregon.

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