For surrogates

You'd be carrying someone's whole hope. You deserve to be carried, too.

Surrogacy is a big, generous decision. We'll give you straight answers, real support, and a family you actually choose, and you'll never pay us a cent.

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What you can count on

No fees. Ever.

Applying, screening, matching: none of it costs you anything.

You choose your family

You'll see who they are and meet them before anything is decided.

Your own attorney

Independent legal counsel who works for you, paid for by the intended parents.

Compensation in writing

Base pay and benefits spelled out in your contract and paid through escrow.

A real person

With only 20 matches a year, we actually answer your texts.

Screening that protects you

Careful medical and emotional readiness checks are there for your safety, too.

30-second check

Could surrogacy be right for you?

These are the basics most IVF clinics look for. A “no” isn't always final. Talk to us if you're unsure.

Are you between 21 and 40 years old?

Have you given birth to at least one baby, without major complications?

Are you raising a child in your home?

Are you nicotine- and smoke-free, including vaping?

Is your BMI around 32 or under?

Answer each question to see where you stand.

Why our screening is careful

Our founders lost a baby after a match where real medical concerns weren't caught. Careful screening isn't about doubting you. It's about making sure a pregnancy is safe for you: your body, your family, your future.

Read our story →

What happens after you apply

  1. We read your application and reach out.
  2. A friendly call to get to know you and answer your questions.
  3. You sign a records release so we can request past pregnancy records.
  4. Psychological evaluation and clinic medical screening.
  5. You review family profiles and choose who you'd like to meet.

Know someone who'd be amazing at this?

Send them our way. Every surrogate who joins Sojourn starts with a conversation, not a commitment.

Surrogate application