Surrogate Requirements

Becoming a surrogate is a one-of-a-kind journey. At Hello Baby, we welcome surrogates who share our values of safety, respect, and clarity. We coordinate clinic-led medical care and ensure each party has independent legal counsel. Below is a clear snapshot of the typical qualifications. Final eligibility is set by your fertility clinic and legal team.

Clinic-led screening, independent legal counsel, and transparent expectations.

Final eligibility is confirmed by your fertility clinic and attorney. A dedicated coordinator helps with records, scheduling, and next steps—so you always know where you stand.

Clinic-led medicine • Independent legal counsel • Transparent compensation • Escrow protection

Quick eligibility (snapshot)

Typical criteria (final approval is clinic/legal-determined):

• Age: 21–36

• Obstetric history: at least one prior full-term live birth with no major complications

• BMI: ≤ 29 (others reviewed case-by-case by the clinic)

• Residence: U.S. resident (state eligibility confirmed by legal team)

• Lifestyle: non-smoker; no substance use; reliable transportation & support system

• Health readiness: able to complete medical labs, ultrasounds, and an independent psychological evaluation

Close but not sure (e.g., slightly outside BMI/age)? Apply—clinics review case-by-case.

Items that may delay or disqualify (case-by-case)

• Significant pregnancy complications (e.g., severe preeclampsia, recurrent preterm birth, uncontrolled gestational diabetes)

• >3 prior C-sections or >2 miscarriages (clinic decides)

• Uncontrolled medical conditions or medications contraindicated for pregnancy

• Current nicotine/vaping/illicit drug use or alcohol misuse

• Active breastfeeding (weaning is typically required before meds/monitoring)

• Criminal background issues (standard background checks apply)

• Financial instability requiring public assistance (reviewed per policy)

What screening includes

• Medical records review (OB history, delivery notes)

• Clinic labs & ultrasound (general health, infectious disease testing)

• Independent psychological evaluation

• Legal readiness (independent attorney provided for you; paid by intended parents)

Support & safeguards

• Independent legal counsel for you—before any treatment

• Escrow-protected compensation with milestone payments per contract

• Insurance planning (ACA or program strategy aligned with clinic/legal)

• One coordinator for timelines, logistics, and check-ins

Timeline (typical)

• Application & pre-check: 1–2 weeks

• Records, screening & legal: 4–10 weeks (varies)

• Cycle, transfer & pregnancy: clinic-directed
  Most complete journeys run 14–18 months from application to delivery.

FAQs (quick)

Can I choose the family?
Yes—matching is values-aligned; you’ll review profiles and meet by video before confirming.

Do I need my own lawyer?
Yes. You receive independent legal counsel (paid by intended parents) to protect your interests.

Is travel required?
Monitoring is local; you’ll travel to the IVF clinic for embryo transfer. Approved travel is coordinated and reimbursed.

What if a transfer doesn’t work?
Contracts define compensation and next steps for additional transfers; your coordinator will guide you.

Ready to check eligibility?

Start your application. A coordinator will contact you within 1 business day.