Top 4 Requirements to Become a Surrogate Mother: What Surrogacy Agencies Look For

Surrogacy provides a remarkable and rewarding experience for young mothers to help build families for other hopeful parents. The Northeast Assisted Fertility Group (NAFG) is a long-established and well-respected surrogacy agency that prioritizes the surrogate experience. Here are the top four qualities we look for in a surrogate mother.

1. Surrogate Applicants Must Be a Mom Already

Being a mom already is a requirement for surrogates because it demonstrates that they can safely carry a pregnancy and handle the physical demands of childbirth. It also means they have firsthand experience with the emotional and psychological aspects of pregnancy, as well as labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery. Surrogates who are already raising children have shown they can manage the responsibilities of pregnancy, follow medical guidelines, and commit to the process, giving intended parents assurance.

2. Surrogates Must Have a Proven History of Healthy Pregnancies and Deliveries

We look for women who have had uncomplicated pregnancies and deliveries. Surrogates who have experienced healthy pregnancies are more likely to carry future pregnancies successfully. This requirement minimizes potential risks for both the surrogate and the baby, ensuring a smoother and safer journey for everyone involved.

3. Potential Surrogates Need Good Health and Healthy Lifestyle Habits

Health is a top priority in surrogacy. Ideal surrogacy candidates are in good overall health, maintain a healthy body mass index (BMI), and do not smoke. Additionally, surrogates should not rely on prescription medications that could impact pregnancy, unless specifically cleared by a doctor. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle not only protects their well-being but also contributes to the health of the baby they’re carrying.

4. Support from Friends, Family, and a Partner Is Key for Surrogates

Surrogacy is not only a journey for the surrogate, but for her family and loved ones around her as well. Partners, spouses, children, parents, and others provide emotional support and may even pitch in with logistics as well. Everyone needs to be on board.

Why These Surrogate Requirements Matter

At Northeast Assisted Fertility Group (NAFG), our goal is to match loving, healthy, and supported women with families who are ready to grow. By setting clear standards, we can provide the best support and ensure that every surrogacy journey is as smooth and fulfilling as possible.

Become a Surrogate Mother with Northeast Assisted Fertility Group and Earn Over $75,000

The first step to becoming a surrogate is to submit a surrogacy application through our website. If selected for our surrogacy program, we’ll request your pregnancy and prenatal care delivery records. Our surrogacy agency will then review your medical history to ensure that surrogacy is right for you. Then, once cleared for surrogacy, you can be matched right away with intended parents.

Base compensation
for our surrogates starts at $75,000+, with additional allowances for housekeeping, child care, lost wages, travel, and other pregnancy-related expenses. Surrogacy is incredibly rewarding, and many Northeast Assisted Fertility Group (NAFG) surrogates choose to help families more than once because of the profound impact it has on the lives of the parents they assist.

If you meet our surrogacy requirements and are ready to start your unique journey, we’d love to hear from you! Every step of the surrogacy process is supported by our caring team, ensuring a safe, fulfilling, and life-changing experience.

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Whether you’re applying to become an egg donor or surrogate and want to see if you qualify, or you’re a donor egg recipient or intended parent exploring your family-building options, we’re here to provide knowledgeable guidance, dedicated care, and a truly personalized experience, from your first conversation to the final milestone.