Fort Lauderdale

Find or Become a Surrogate in Fort Lauderdale

GSHC Surrogacy Agency has all the information you need: Whether you’re looking for a surrogate in the Fort Lauderdale metro area or considering becoming a surrogate yourself, you’ve come to the right place. We serve the entire Fort Lauderdale metro area, including Pompano Beach, Plantation, West Palm Beach, and beyond.

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

Becoming a Surrogate in Fort Lauderdale

Surrogacy Compensation in Fort Lauderdale

As in every other region where we provide surrogacy services, surrogates in Fort Lauderdale are generously compensated for their time and effort. Total compensation can vary from case to case, as base compensation is first determined based on a variety of factors including previous surrogacy experience. Monthly allowances and extra fees are also provided for maternity clothing, housekeeping, and other expenses, as well as for completing surrogacy milestones along the way.

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Surrogate Requirements in Fort Lauderdale

We hold our surrogates to high standards, for the benefit of the surrogate, intended parents, and the baby alike. Medical history, age, and financial stability are key factors, as are prior pregnancies and overall lifestyle choices.

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Find a Surrogate in Fort Lauderdale

If you’re an intended parent looking for a surrogate who’s just right for you, book a consultation appointment with GSHC today. We’re happy to talk you through every step in the process, answer any medical or legal questions you might have, and help make your surrogacy journey as smooth as possible.

Surrogacy Costs in Fort Lauderdale

Surrogacy costs will differ on a case-by-case basis, as expenses depend on a range of factors such as legal and insurance fees, individual medical needs, and other specific requirements outlined in your surrogacy contract. Our experts will break down these costs for you from the outset to keep your surrogacy journey free from surprises along the way.

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The Surrogacy Process in Fort Lauderdale

The surrogacy process in Fort Lauderdale typically involves several key steps:

Step 1. Matching

Our experienced team at GHSC takes great care to pair intended parents with the right surrogate, taking into consideration preferred values, personalities, and any specific needs.

Step 2. Legal and Medical Procedures

Once matched, the surrogate can undergo a medical evaluation as well as any necessary screenings to rule out communicable diseases and help avoid unforeseen issues. Both the surrogate and the intended parents then review legal contracts outlining the process, with protections in place for all parties. Finally, with screenings completed and contracts signed, the embryo is transferred to the uterus of the surrogate.

Step 3. Pregnancy and Birth

The surrogate takes a blood test to confirm pregnancy about two weeks after the embryo transfer, and continues taking fertility medication for another two months. After 10 weeks, the surrogate will stop seeing the fertility doctor and begin seeing the OB/GYN of her choice. The surrogate also chooses the hospital in which to give birth. Typically, intended parents are present for delivery, and after some time in the hospital with the surrogate, the baby goes home with its new parents.

Surrogacy in Fort Lauderdale FAQs

• Who can become a surrogate in Fort Lauderdale?

  Florida state law sets the guidelines for surrogacy requirements across the state, and GSHC maintains its own requirements to ensure the health and safety of all parties. Key requirements include:

  • Age 21-38
  • Good physical health (BMI ≤ 31)
  • No history of mental illness
  • No smoking, no drug use
  • Five or fewer previous pregnancies
  • Three or fewer C-sections
  • Has at least one child of her own
  • Stable lifestyle and residence
  • U.S. citizen, no felonies
  • Financial stability, without government assistance

• How are surrogates and intended parents matched in Fort Lauderdale?

  GSHC takes a wide range of factors into account as we match surrogate candidates with intended parents in the Fort Lauderdale metro area, including personality, lifestyle choices, and personal values, as well as any particular preferences or issues that come up in our comprehensive screening process.

  We’ll help intended parents and surrogates get to know one another and talk through their expectations from the outset, so both parties are comfortable with the match before we move forward with legal contracts.

• What are the costs associated with surrogacy in Fort Lauderdale?

  Surrogacy costs in Fort Lauderdale can vary, as medical expenses, agency and legal fees, and surrogate compensation will differ depending on individual circumstances. GSHC will clearly outline these expected costs in the initial stages of the process.

• What types of surrogacy arrangements are available in Fort Lauderdale (e.g., traditional vs. gestational)?

  Florida state law permits both gestational surrogacy, where the surrogate has no genetic connection to the child, and traditional surrogacy, where the surrogate uses her own eggs.

  Florida’s traditional surrogacy laws are similar to adoption laws, meaning the surrogate has legal parental rights over the child, so the intended parents enter into a pre-planned adoption agreement designed to terminate her parental rights. The surrogate in this case may legally revoke her consent at any point up until 48 hours after giving birth. If this occurs, or if the court fails to approve the adoption agreement, the surrogate would retain legal parental rights.

  Gestational surrogacy law, on the other hand, is more straightforward, and all gestational surrogacy contracts must stipulate that the surrogate relinquishes legal rights to the child upon giving birth.

• How does surrogate compensation work in Fort Lauderdale?

  Surrogate compensation in the Fort Lauderdale area is based on the specific legal agreement drawn up between the intended parents and the surrogate at the beginning of the process. Payments to the surrogates will be made in installments over the course of the pregnancy to cover base pay as well as regular allowances for medical expenses, insurance premiums, prescription copays, and other costs along the way.

Why GSHC: About Our Surrogacy Agency

GSHC Surrogacy Agency is an internationally recognized, full-service boutique agency dedicated to helping families grow through surrogacy and egg donation. With a core ethos centered on a passion for assisted reproduction and family building, we prioritize the highest level of service for both intended parents and surrogates. What sets us apart is our unique approach — 100% of our Case Managers are former surrogates themselves, providing unparalleled empathy and expertise. Our extensive pool of surrogates, close relationships with elite professionals, and commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusivity ensure a seamless journey toward parenthood. With GSHC Surrogacy Agency, you're in safe hands every step of the way. Learn more about how we can help facilitate your surrogacy journey in Fort Lauderdale.