Frequently asked questions

No. FindSurrogate is not a traditional surrogacy agency. It is a matching platform that helps members explore profiles, compare options, and decide whether to connect directly or work with an agency.

Getting started is simple. Create a free profile, browse members based on your preferences, and save profiles that interest you. When you're ready to start a conversation, you can upgrade to contact members directly. Throughout the process, you decide who you connect with and whether you'd like to pursue an independent match or work with a surrogacy agency.

FindSurrogate helps surrogates, intended parents, and agencies connect directly and privately across the U.S. and Canada, including singles, couples, and LGBTQ+ families.

Full profiles, photos, and contact details are not fully public. Public visitors may see limited or blurred profile previews, while detailed profile information is available only to registered members.

Your safety comes first. Profiles are private by default, secure messaging keeps you in control, and identity verification adds an extra layer of trust. FindSurrogate is built around informed consent, discretion, and respect for autonomy, informed by ASRM recommendations.

Finding a match is an exciting milestone, but it's only the beginning of the journey. Before moving forward, intended parents and surrogates should discuss expectations, communication, compensation (where applicable), and other important details. Most matches then continue with medical screening, psychological evaluation, legal agreements, and coordination with a fertility clinic. We recommend working with experienced surrogacy professionals throughout this process.

No. FindSurrogate is an independent matching platform and does not provide legal, medical, financial, or psychological advice. Every surrogacy journey is different, and we encourage members to work with qualified reproductive attorneys, fertility clinics, mental health professionals, insurance specialists, and other experienced professionals before moving forward with a surrogacy arrangement.

FindSurrogate gives you the freedom to explore surrogacy on your own terms. You can browse intended parent and agency profiles, decide who you'd like to contact, and take your time getting to know potential matches before moving forward. You're always in control of who you connect with and how you want your journey to unfold.

Yes. You browse intended parent profiles and decide who to reach out to. You're always in control of who you contact and when.

Both. You can connect directly with independent intended parents or with parents working with an agency. You choose the path that feels right for you.

Absolutely. Many surrogates use FindSurrogate while working with an agency. Some agencies also partner with us and encourage the surrogates they represent to join the platform. You can browse intended parent profiles and connect with those who feel like the right fit for you.

Medical requirements vary somewhat between fertility clinics and agencies, but most follow the guidelines of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM). In general, surrogates should be healthy adults who have had at least one full-term, uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery, are currently raising their own child, and meet the medical and psychological requirements of the fertility clinic they work with.

Surrogates who choose to verify their profile complete a secure identity verification process powered by Stripe Identity. Verified profiles receive a verification badge and increased visibility in search results, helping intended parents identify verified surrogates more easily. Verification is optional but recommended as an additional layer of trust.

Compensation varies depending on factors such as where the surrogate lives, whether it's a first or repeat journey, and the details of the arrangement. In addition to base compensation, many surrogates receive reimbursement for pregnancy-related expenses, lost wages (when applicable), travel, insurance costs, and other agreed-upon benefits. On FindSurrogate, you can discuss compensation directly with intended parents. If you decide to move forward together, we recommend working with experienced legal professionals to ensure all financial terms are clearly documented in your surrogacy agreement.

Not necessarily. Some health insurance plans include coverage for surrogate pregnancies, while others do not. If your current policy doesn't provide coverage, intended parents or their agency may arrange a separate surrogacy-friendly insurance policy. Insurance is usually reviewed before the medical process begins.

No. In a gestational surrogacy, the embryo is created through IVF using the intended parents' or donors' egg and sperm. The surrogate carries the pregnancy but is not genetically or biologically related to the baby.

Only when you're ready to contact someone directly. Upgrading unlocks private messaging and premium visibility. There's no time limit on free access.

FindSurrogate offers monthly, quarterly, and annual Premium Memberships. Pricing is available on our pricing page, where you can compare plans and choose the option that best fits your search.

Every surrogacy journey is different. Some intended parents find a match within a few months, while others take longer depending on their preferences and location. If you purchased an annual Premium Membership and it expires before you find a match, we'll extend it at no additional cost so you can continue your search.

Yes. Some intended parents use FindSurrogate even when working with an agency to expand their search. Others use it to find a surrogate independently. Both work.

No. You don't need to work with a surrogacy agency to find a surrogate. Many intended parents complete their journey independently, while others prefer the additional support an agency provides. FindSurrogate gives you the flexibility to choose the approach that's right for you.

It varies. Some members match with a surrogate within a few months, while others take longer. Timing depends on your location and preferences.

Yes. Agencies can create profiles for the surrogates and intended parents they represent, so members can review relevant profiles before contacting you directly. Listing represented profiles is free.

Yes. Agencies can connect with surrogates who have created profiles and are exploring surrogacy through FindSurrogate.

Premium unlocks direct messaging and lets you display your phone number or email address on your profile. Elite includes everything in Premium, plus top placement in the agency directory and alerts when new surrogate profiles join the platform.

Yes. New intended parents and surrogates join the platform regularly.

Getting started is easy. Create your free agency profile to introduce your services and begin connecting with intended parents and surrogates. If you're interested in a broader partnership or have questions about Premium or Elite, contact our team and we'll be happy to discuss the options.