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Why San Bernardino Is an Ideal Location for Surrogacy for Both Surrogates and Intended Parents

San Bernardino has become one of the most surrogacy-friendly regions in Southern California, making it an excellent location for both surrogates and intended parents. With a supportive local community, proximity to top fertility clinics across Southern California — including Pasadena, Orange County, Los Angeles, and San Diego — and access to high-quality hospitals, this region offers an ideal setting for a smooth, successful surrogacy journey. San Bernardino is also conveniently located near international airports and benefits from a straightforward legal process, making it even more appealing for families from around the world.

• Becoming a Surrogate in San Bernardino
• Finding a Surrogate in San Bernardino
• Surrogacy Process in San Bernardino
• Surrogacy in San Bernardino FAQs
• San Bernardino Surrogacy Info & Resources
• Why GSHC: About Our Surrogacy Agency

Becoming a Surrogate in San Bernardino

Many of GSHC Surrogacy & Egg Donation’s amazing surrogate mothers come from San Bernardino. It’s common for women in the area to refer friends, coworkers, or even family members — creating a trusted and supportive network of experienced surrogates.
Several GSHC team members also live in or near San Bernardino, and with our Orange County office just an hour away, we offer hands-on support, local familiarity, and quick in-person assistance when needed. We know the hospitals, doctors, and IVF clinics in the area well, so our surrogates are never alone in the process.

Surrogacy Compensation in San Bernardino

Surrogate compensation in San Bernardino through GSHC is both generous and competitive, making this area ideal for women considering surrogacy.

• First-time surrogates typically receive a base compensation of $60,000 to $65,000, plus additional allowances for embryo transfer, medication start, heartbeat confirmation, maternity clothing, and more — ranging from $8,000 to $15,000.
• Estimated total: $70,000 to $80,000
• Experienced Surrogates can earn $90,000 to $100,000, and our GSHC VIP Surrogates may earn over $100,000.

These totals do not include reimbursed expenses such as travel, medical insurance, and lost wages, which are all covered separately. GSHC ensures every surrogate is fully supported, treated with respect, and generously rewarded for helping others grow their families.

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Surrogate Requirements in San Bernardino

Surrogates in San Bernardino must meet certain requirements to help ensure their safety as well as that of the baby. At GSHC, we maintain strict criteria to facilitate a fulfilling experience for everyone involved, taking into account the surrogate’s age, prior surrogacy and pregnancy experience, financial stability, reasons for pursuing surrogacy, medical history, and mental and physical health. This helps us build a diverse pool of healthy candidates for intended parents to choose from.

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Find a Surrogate in San Bernardino

If you’re hoping to find a surrogate in the San Bernardino area, the experts at GSHC can help. As a surrogacy-friendly state, California is an ideal place for people of all backgrounds to begin the surrogacy journey. State law allows intended parents to pursue surrogacy regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, and marital status, and, unlike some states, does not require either of the intended parents to be genetically related to the baby. We’ll work closely with you throughout the entire journey to ensure you’re clear on all processes and comfortable at every step.

Surrogacy Costs in San Bernardino

Surrogacy expenses in San Bernardino can vary depending on the specifics of the surrogacy contract. We understand the importance of being clear on all expected costs in order to avoid surprises or complications and pride ourselves on transparency. We’ll outline all costs in detail for you to thoroughly review before moving forward. Surrogate base compensation and allowances, agency fee, legal fees, and more will all be taken into account. On average, most intended parents pay at least $155,000.

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Benefits of Working with a Surrogate in San Bernardino

Whether you’re based in California, across the U.S., or flying in internationally, San Bernardino provides many benefits for intended parents:

• Top-Tier Hospitals: Local hospitals like Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital, St. Bernardine Medical Center, and Community Hospital of San Bernardino offer advanced NICU care and have extensive experience supporting surrogacy births. Their staff understands the legal and emotional nuances of surrogacy, helping ensure a smooth and respectful delivery experience.
• Convenient Travel Access: San Bernardino is located about two hours from LAX, making it easily accessible for international parents traveling for embryo transfer, pregnancy milestones, or delivery.
• Efficient Post-Birth Paperwork: The San Bernardino County Vital Records Office is experienced in processing surrogacy births and makes it easy to obtain the baby’s birth certificate.
• Trusted Local Support: With many GSHC team members living locally and our regional office nearby, intended parents benefit from timely communication, in-person support, and professional coordination throughout the journey.

Monitoring Clinics & Delivery Hospitals for Surrogates in San Bernardino

GSHC arranges outside monitoring either at the intended parents’ home clinic (if nearby) or at one of our trusted Southern California partners:

• HRC Fertility – Pasadena
• HRC Fertility – Rancho Cucamonga

Top delivery hospitals we work with include:

• Community Hospital of San Bernardino – Level 2 NICU
• St. Bernardine Medical Center – Level 3 NICU
• Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital – San Manuel Maternity Pavilion – Level 4 NICU and high-risk maternity care

The Surrogacy Process in San Bernardino

The surrogacy process in San Bernardino typically involves several key steps:

Step 1. Matching

Creating a good match between the intended parents and the surrogate is critical to a happy and harmonious experience. All potential surrogates and intended parents create profiles detailing their preferences and requirements, and will also speak one-on-one with our team, so we can have a full understanding of their expectations. We’ll then identify potential matches and set up a time for both parties to meet and get to know one another.

Step 2. Legal and Medical Procedures

Once a successful pairing has been made, medical and legal processes can begin. The surrogate will undergo thorough physical and mental health evaluations to ensure her readiness for surrogacy and help protect her health and well-being, as well as that of the baby. These evaluations will encompass blood panels and other screenings to test for any conditions that could be passed on to the child.

Meanwhile, the intended parents will begin working with their attorney to draft a comprehensive surrogacy contract, which the surrogate will look over with her own attorney to ensure she’s comfortable with every aspect of the document. When all parties are in agreement, the contract will be signed and the surrogacy process can move forward.

The surrogate will then begin seeing a fertility doctor and start taking medications to prepare her body for the embryo transfer, a quick and pain-free procedure.

Step 3. Pregnancy and Birth

Once it’s confirmed that the surrogate is pregnant, she’ll continue taking fertility medications for about two months. After about 10 weeks, she can stop seeing the fertility doctor and start seeing an OB/GYN of her choice.

When the time comes to deliver the baby, the surrogate will give birth in a hospital of her choosing, and the intended parents will typically be at the hospital for the big moment. The surrogate will have a little time with the baby before she says goodbye, and the intended parents will go home with their new child.