Frequently Asked Questions

To start your journey as a surrogate, you’ll need to fill out our initial application at our Surrogates Apply Now Page. It's important to review and ensure you meet our basic requirements to qualify as a surrogate. If you don’t meet these criteria, you will be disqualified from the process right away.

Royal Surrogacy & Egg Donation is a renowned full-service agency with a strong local reputation. We were established with the goal of offering personalized, concierge-style support, educating and guiding surrogates through each phase of their journey. Our dedicated team, comprised of surrogates, egg donors, and intended parents from California and Texas, brings a unique compassion to ensure comprehensive care and support as you help fulfill the dreams of intended parents.

Royal provides one of the most competitive base compensation and benefits packages, ranging from $65,000 to $120,000. We also offer a generous bonus for referring friends. The base compensation varies based on your state of residence and your experience as a surrogate. Whether you’re a first-time surrogate or have experience, you’ll find our compensation package rewarding.

Additionally, we provide one of the most competitive compensation packages in the industry. We’re here to assist you throughout your surrogate journey and celebrate your achievements along the way.

In gestational surrogacy, the surrogate has no genetic connection to the baby she is carrying. The embryo is formed using the intended mother's egg and the intended father's sperm.

In traditional surrogacy, the surrogate provides her own genetic material, making her biologically related to the child she carries.

While surrogacy can be a fulfilling experience, it can also be challenging and complex if not managed properly. By joining the Giving Tree family as a surrogate, you'll receive comprehensive support and guidance throughout your journey. You won’t have to stress about legal matters, finding the right match, arranging screenings, or handling medical concerns and complications. Most importantly, our team will address any issues that come up, allowing you to focus on your pregnancy with peace of mind.

You don’t need to have insurance coverage to apply. We will assess your insurance and offer guidance. If your plan doesn’t cover surrogacy, we’ll collaborate with the intended parents to discuss any additional costs and find a suitable plan so you can still help a family achieve their dream of parenthood.

Most fertility clinic guidelines recommend a waiting period of 6 months after a vaginal delivery and 12 months after a C-section.

Age limits are established by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, which sets the standards followed by IVF clinics and physicians. These limits are in place due to concerns about hormonal fluctuations and the potential health risks for both the surrogate and the baby. If you have recently been a surrogate and successfully delivered but are above the age limit, please reach out to us for more information.

Yes, having your tubes tied will not impact your ability to become a surrogate mother.

Typically, some form of bed rest is advised for 24 to 36 hours following the transfer.

Throughout the process, you can expect phone calls, emails, or WeChat messages about clinic appointments and ultrasounds. We also encourage intended parents to stay in regular contact until delivery, though this isn’t mandatory. After delivery, we suggest that surrogate mothers maintain contact with the intended families to strengthen their bond, but this is not required. Typically, the relationship evolves naturally during the journey, depending on each person's comfort level.

The intended parents will pay for your health insurance, which will cover most expenses related to your pregnancy and delivery. They will also take care of any unexpected additional costs. Additionally, all IVF medical procedures, expenses, copayments, and deductibles related to your pregnancy will be covered by the intended parents.

Yes, you can. During your pre-screening, your surrogate consultant will talk to you about your comfort level with carrying one or more children.

If you meet our basic requirements and pass pre-screening, a surrogate consultant will reach out to schedule your evaluation consultation. They will ask questions to understand your pregnancy history, overall health, and support system. Contact us for more information on the surrogate process.