Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Are you qualified to become an Agency For Surrogacy Solutions Carrier?



You undoubtedly have many questions about the surrogacy process, and that's a good instinct! Although surrogacy is simple in theory -- a woman carries a baby for someone else who can't -- in reality it is a complex process with many interconnected elements.

The first step is to see if you're qualified. The Agency for Surrogacy Solutions work only with women who fulfill these criteria:

Are between 21 and 40 years old

Are a non-smoker, non-drug user who maintains a healthy lifestyle

Are willing to abstain from drinking any alcohol during a pregnancy


MUST have successfully carried at least one child of your own to term

Are in a stable living situation

If married, have a spouse who's supportive of your decision to become a Gestational Surrogate/Carrier

If single, have a support system in place-whether it is a friend or relative

Have a healthy weight/height ratio (Ask if you're afraid you may be too large. Many Gestational Surrogates are far from thin.)

Are not on government assistance

Are willing to give up or lower caffeine intake for the duration of the pregnancy as prescribed by your OB

Like being pregnant and have the desire to give the miracle of life

Although many generous women want to become Surrogates/Carriers, we are currently only able to work with those who live in states that unambiguously recognize the validity of and uphold the intent of the surrogacy contract. The laws in some states are less clear, so please email if you are unsure about the state you live in. Unfortunately, at this time we cannot currently consider people who reside in Arizona, Washington, New York, Kansas, Indiana, Delaware, North Dakota, Michigan or Washington DC.

While other states may have good laws we currently have the most requests for Gestational Carriers in California, Texas, Maryland, Illinois, New Jersey and Massachusetts.

Additionally, please think carefully about your ability and willingness to be pregnant and to commit a minimum of a year of your life to helping your Intended Parents have a baby. Although the surrogacy process is immensely rewarding, it is also an intense, challenging and emotional journey; not just for you but for your family as well.

We thank you for considering the gift of Surrogacy. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns that you might have!

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