It’s one of the most common questions we get from intended parents:
How much does surrogacy cost in PA?
It’s no secret that gestational surrogacy is expensive, but finding accurate information about the total cost of surrogacy in Pennsylvania can be hard. Many surrogacy programs will mislead you about the total cost of surrogacy with their professionals until it’s too late. In fact, some intended parents aren’t even aware of the average cost of surrogacy — and how greatly it can vary — before diving into this family-building process.
That’s not the case with Central PA Surrogacy.
As a smaller, local surrogacy program in Pennsylvania, we are first and foremost dedicated to getting you the information you need. That includes accurate education on how much surrogacy is in Pennsylvania and what you can expect moving forward.
When you contact our team, we are happy to provide a detailed fee schedule and answer any questions you have about gestational surrogacy with our program. And, when you’re ready to get started, we’ll be there to help.
How Much is Surrogacy in PA With Central PA Surrogacy?
If there’s one thing you should know about the cost of surrogacy with Central PA Surrogacy, it’s that our program fees are much lower than those of larger, national competitors. We know intended parents have to pay for a great deal in a surrogacy journey, and we don’t want to unnecessarily add to that burden. Instead, we charge fewer fees to keep your family-building process as affordable as possible.
As mentioned, our team members are happy to provide a full breakdown of our program’s total cost of surrogacy if you’re interested. In the meantime, here are the basics.
Our intended parents pay a total of $16,500 for our program assistance, broken down into the following payments:
- $7,500 upon acceptance to our program
- $3,500 upon agreeing to work with a gestational carrier after her clearance by your fertility clinic
- $5,500 within five days of a positive pregnancy test
Many intended parents are surprised at the lower program costs we charge our clients. We want to reassure you our lower fees do not mean fewer services or lower quality. As a smaller, local surrogacy program, we are selective about how many clients we take on a time — meaning you’ll receive hands-on, personalized support and case management from start to finish. If you’re looking for an affordable, compassionate surrogacy program to bring a child into your family, Central PA Surrogacy is here for you.
A Breakdown of Average Surrogacy Costs
To answer the question “How much is surrogacy in PA?” you must first understand the different aspects that go into surrogacy costs in this state. Gestational surrogacy involves a lot of moving parts, and it’s important that they’re handled correctly and ethically from the start.
As an intended parent, you will be responsible for all the fees associated with the surrogacy process. These fall under a few different categories:
1. Program Fees:
You’ll find that Central PA Surrogacy’s program fees are more affordable than our competitors — but that doesn’t mean we provide fewer services. Our full-service surrogacy program guides intended parents like you through the process from start to finish. We will:
- Explain the surrogacy process to you and ensure you meet our program requirements
- Screen prospective surrogates before they are presented to you
- Match you with a prospective surrogate based on your goals and preferences
- Connect you with trusted local lawyers to prepare your legal contract
- Coordinate with your fertility clinic, the surrogate’s obstetrician and other necessary professionals
- Facilitate communication between you and your surrogate
- And provide case management and support every step of the way
All of these services and more fall under our program’s surrogacy costs. Please reach out online or at 814-237-7900 for more information about our fee schedule.
The rest of the surrogacy cost categories below are not included in our program fees, but they are important to be aware of before getting started.
2. Surrogate Compensation:
We believe every surrogate has the right to be compensated for her services. Several nearby states prohibit surrogates from receiving that benefit, so Pennsylvania is the perfect choice for intended parents in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions who want to provide the best for their gestational carrier.
So, how much does a surrogate cost in Pennsylvania?
Surrogate compensation rates at our program are much lower than those offered by larger, national agencies — which is an advantage for our intended parents. And, don’t worry, the lower pay rate isn’t a turnoff for our surrogates; we’ve found that they are much more attracted to the local, personalized service here that they won’t find anywhere else.
3. Legal Surrogacy Costs
Your legal surrogacy costs will be another aspect of your total cost of surrogacy in Pennsylvania. An experienced lawyer is required to ensure your process adheres to Pennsylvania surrogacy laws and protocols, as well as to create your legal contract and establish your rights as intended parents.
Fortunately, Central PA Surrogacy maintains a special connection with local law firm Bierly & Rabuck. Their attorneys have decades of experience in assisted reproduction law in Pennsylvania, and they’ve guided many intended parents and clients through the legal process. They work with our clients on a special pay schedule, and our team coordinates with them throughout the process.
What does this mean? Less stress for you during your family-building journey.
4. Medical Surrogacy Costs
The final costs of surrogacy you need to prepare for are the medical expenses. These cover every single medical procedure your surrogate undergoes after matching with you, including:
- Her medical screening at your clinic
- Fertility medication
- The embryo transfer
- Prenatal care appointments
- Labor and delivery
It’s important to know that most surrogates’ insurance policies will not cover their gestational pregnancies. You will either pay for her expenses out-of-pocket, or you can purchase an additional insurance plan for the length of your journey.
Of course, if you haven’t already created embryos through in vitro fertilization, you will need to do that before contacting any surrogacy professional.
Your total medical expenses — and your total cost of surrogacy in Pennsylvania — will depend on several factors. Talking with our professionals can help you more accurately estimate a number for your upcoming journey. Contact us online or give us a call at 816-237-7900 to learn more.
