A family-building option where a woman, called a surrogate, carries and delivers a baby for intended parents who are unable to conceive or carry a pregnancy.

Surrogacy provides a pathway to biological parenthood when pregnancy is not possible or medically safe.

People turn to surrogacy for many personal and medical reasons:

In the U.S., the cost of surrogacy ranges from $100,000 to $200,000, depending on location and type of arrangement.

There are six main types of surrogacy arrangements:

On average, surrogacy takes 15-24 months from matching to birth.

Timeframes vary based on medical factors, location, and whether an agency or independent route is used.

In Canada, altruistic surrogacy is legal under the Assisted Human Reproduction Act. Commercial surrogacy (payment beyond expenses) is prohibited.

Consult a lawyer familiar with Canadian reproductive law for specific guidance.

No, many intended parents and surrogates choose independent/private surrogacy, while others prefer the full-service support agencies provide.

Surrogacy laws vary significantly by state in the United States, with different regulations and restrictions across jurisdictions.

Always consult a reproductive law attorney in your state before beginning the process.

FindSurrogate.com is an online space where intended parents, surrogates, and agencies in the US and Canada can connect directly.

Whether you're looking for an independent match or want to explore working with agencies, the platform gives you the tools and flexibility to move forward in the way that feels right for you.

Unlike traditional surrogacy agencies, FindSurrogate.com is an independent surrogacy matching platform that lets you:

This way, you stay in control of your journey with confidence and ease every step of the way.