We serve the entire Connecticut area, including Bridgeport, Stamford, Hamden, Danbury, Fairfield, and surrounding communities.
Considering surrogacy in Connecticut? Fertility Source Companies is your trusted partner. Whether you're an intended parent (IP) seeking a surrogate or a woman interested in becoming one, we offer comprehensive support and compassion. Our intuitive online database makes it easy for IPs to find their ideal match efficiently.
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Finding a Surrogate in Connecticut
A gestational carrier, commonly known as a surrogate, is a woman who consents to carry a pregnancy on behalf of another person or couple. At Fertility Source Companies, we pride ourselves on our distinctive matching program that pairs highly qualified surrogates with IPs.
Surrogacy Laws in Connecticut
Connecticut's surrogacy laws provide a robust framework that protects the rights and interests of all parties involved in the surrogacy process. For instance, the state ensures clear guidelines for the establishment of parentage, facilitating a smooth transition of legal rights from the surrogate to the IPs. This legal clarity and support make Connecticut an ideal state for individuals and couples seeking to build their families through surrogacy, with assurance that their rights and responsibilities are legally recognized and protected.
Surrogate Costs & Fees in Connecticut
Surrogacy costs and fees in Connecticut typically total $100,000 to $125,000. This investment includes an agency fee of $30,000, ensuring expert guidance and support throughout the process. The base surrogacy fee is $50,000, which you'll pay in manageable installments, aligning with key milestones. Additionally, you'll cover all of the surrogate's expenses, taking care of her medical, legal, and incidental needs. This comprehensive financial plan ensures a secure path to building your family.
How Surrogates Are Screened in Connecticut
Surrogates in Connecticut undergo extensive screening to ensure they are well-suited for the role. This comprehensive process includes thorough medical evaluations, with particular emphasis on past pregnancies to assess health and reproductive history. Additionally, mental health assessments are conducted to ensure emotional stability and readiness for the surrogacy journey. Background checks are also performed to guarantee a safe and reliable match for the IPs.
Surrogacy FAQs for Intended Parents
The surrogacy process doesn't have a fixed duration, but IPs should typically expect it to take between 1 to 2 years. This estimated timeline includes the matching process, the required number of embryo transfer cycles to achieve pregnancy, and all necessary legal procedures.
Working with a surrogacy agency offers several benefits compared to using a surrogate you already know. An agency provides professional support throughout the entire process, including thorough screening and matching services, legal assistance, and emotional support for both parties. Agencies also ensure that all medical, legal, and psychological aspects are handled properly, reducing potential conflicts and complications.
The amount of contact and involvement you have with your surrogate can vary depending on the preferences and agreements of both parties. Some IPs prefer regular communication and active participation in prenatal appointments, while others may choose less frequent updates. Fertility Source Companies will guide you in discussing and establishing clear expectations with your surrogate in a formal plan to ensure a comfortable and positive experience for everyone involved.
The emotional fulfillment and joy of making a significant difference for a family by being a surrogate is an invaluable reward. Your participation allows you to do a tremendous amount of good by helping IPs achieve their dream of having a child.
Why Become a Surrogate in Connecticut
Along with a profound sense of purpose, you will also receive generous financial compensation for surrogacy along with coverage for all related expenses. This rewarding experience combines altruism with financial benefits, making it a truly special and impactful opportunity.
Surrogate Requirements in Connecticut
To become a surrogate in Connecticut with Fertility Source Companies, candidates must meet specific requirements to ensure a safe and successful process for both themselves and the IPs:
Age: Between 21 and 43 years old.
Health: Good physical and mental health, with an exemplary health history.
Prior Pregnancies: Must have had at least one healthy pregnancy, with no more than five past live births or three C-sections.
Non-smoker: Must be a non-smoker and not use recreational drugs.
U.S. Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have the legal right to work in the U.S.
Financial Stability: Not on federal or state assistance.
Transportation: Must have reliable transportation.
Screenings: Must pass criminal background checks, as well as physical and mental health screenings.
The Surrogacy Process
The surrogacy process involves several structured stages designed to ensure a smooth and successful experience for both the surrogate and IPs. It begins with an initial application and thorough screening process, progresses through matching with IPs, legal agreements, medical procedures, and ongoing support, culminating in the birth of a child and finalization of legal arrangements.
Application and Screening: Potential surrogates complete detailed medical and personal histories, undergo physical and mental health evaluations, and pass background checks.
Matching: Surrogates are matched with IPs based on compatibility and mutual preferences.
Legal Contracts: Legal agreements are drafted to define rights, responsibilities, and expectations for both parties.
Medical Procedures: This includes hormone medication, embryo transfer, and ongoing pregnancy monitoring through medical appointments and tests.
Communication: The level of communication between surrogate and IPs varies based on mutual agreement, facilitated by the surrogacy agency.
Support and Care: Surrogates receive continuous medical support throughout the pregnancy from fertility specialists and obstetricians. Surrogates receive emotional support through attending monthly support groups with agency staff and fellow surrogates.
Delivery and Legal Processes: Before birth, legal processes finalize parental rights, ensuring a smooth transition of custody to the IPs while prioritizing the surrogate's well-being.
Throughout this journey, surrogates and IPs are guided and supported by experienced professionals at Fertility Source Companies to navigate the emotional, legal, and medical complexities of the surrogacy process.
Surrogacy Pay & Compensation in Connecticut
Surrogacy pay generally includes a base compensation that ensures the surrogate's efforts and time are appropriately valued, often starting at $50,000. In addition to the base compensation, IPs cover all medical, legal, and incidental expenses, ensuring that the surrogate is not burdened by any costs related to the pregnancy. Payments are typically dispersed in installments, with the first installment often starting after confirmation of a fetal heartbeat.
This approach offers consistent support as the surrogate progresses through the pregnancy, emphasizing both financial stability and appreciation for the surrogate's dedication. For more detailed information on surrogate compensation and pay structures, please contact our team.
Apply to Become a Surrogate in Connecticut
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Surrogate FAQs
A surrogate pregnancy may differ from previous pregnancies in terms of emotional dynamics and medical considerations, but the physical experience of pregnancy itself remains similar in terms of prenatal care and the overall gestational process.
Yes, as a surrogate, you choose the IPs you wish to work with based on mutual preferences and compatibility. At Fertility Source Companies, we are experts at facilitating this matching process to ensure optimal satisfaction on both ends.
No, as a surrogate mother, you do not have to pay for any expenses related to the surrogacy journey. All medical, legal, and other related costs are covered by the IPs, ensuring that you can focus solely on your health and well-being throughout the pregnancy.
Our Partner Clinics in Connecticut
Our partner clinics are strategically located in key areas across Connecticut, including Bridgeport, Stamford, Hamden, Danbury, Fairfield, and beyond. Each clinic offers state-of-the-art facilities and expert medical care, ensuring that both surrogate mothers and intended parents receive top-notch support throughout their surrogacy journey. For more detailed information about each clinic location and the services offered, please explore further below.
New England Fertility 1275 Summer Street, Suite 201 Stamford, CT 06905 Ph: 203-325-3200 Fx: 203-547-7040 Web: https://www.nefertility.com/
