Becoming a surrogate not only provides personal satisfaction of giving intended parents such a selfless and miraculous gift, but it also comes with generous compensation. From making a down payment on a house, paying off debt, starting a college fund, or taking a dream vacation, women who chose to be a surrogate with Modern Conceptions can use their compensation to help improve their family’s quality of life.
| Guaranteed Surrogate Compensation | Amount |
|---|---|
| First-time surrogate base compensation | $60,000-$65,000 |
| Experienced surrogate base compensation | $70,000-$75,000 |
| Monthly stipend- covers pre-natal pills, vitamins, gas to appointments, time off for appointments, etc. | $250 per month/begins with stimulation medication. |
| Additional stipend- covers choice of housekeeping, chiropractic care, massage, and/or additional childcare. | $250 per month/begins at 28 weeks pregnant. |
| Embryo transfer payment | $1,000 |
| Maternity clothing allowance | $500-$1,000 |
| Lost wages: post birth recovery wages include 6 weeks for vaginal delivery and 8 weeks for a C-section. | Based on gross wages |
| 18-month term life insurance policy. | $400-$600 |
| Variable Compensation | Amount |
|---|---|
| Travel expenses (hotel, food, airfare, etc.) | Varies |
| Medical bills | All medical bills related to the surrogacy. |
| Lost wage compensation for bed rest/modified work schedule or invasive procedures. |
Based on gross wages |
| House cleaning services in case of bed rest | $100/week |
| Childcare in case of bed rest | $200 per child/week |
| Surrogate’s spouse/partner lost wage compensation: Up to 10 days with a max of $200/day. | Up to $2,000 |
| Multiples | $5,000 per baby |
| Counseling – during pregnancy and up to 3 months after delivery | $1,000 |
| Pumping breast milk | $200/week plus cost for shipping and all supplies |
| C-section | $2,500 |
| Loss of ovaries and/or fallopian tubes | $2,500 |
| Loss of uterus or cervix | $5,000 |
| Hysterectomy (removal of uterus and cervix, possibly tubes and ovaries) | $7,500 |
| Invasive procedures (Amnio, CVS, D&C, etc.) | $500 |
| Mock cycle | $1,000 |
| Termination/Selective reduction | $750-$2,000 |
| Cancelled cycle | $500 |
| Mock cycle | $1,000 |
Travel Expenses
If you agree to travel during the surrogacy, your Intended parents will pay for all costs associated. These costs may include your airfare, hotel, transportation, airport parking, and food for you and a companion to the medical screening appointment and embryo transfer.
Medical Insurance
If you currently don’t have medical insurance or your policy doesn’t cover surrogacy, your Intended parents will purchase a policy on your behalf for the duration of the surrogacy.
Why Modern Conceptions Surrogacy Is For You
We consult with every surrogate to answer any questions you may have, to ensure everyone is well informed before moving forward. We are here for you not only in the very beginning of the process, but throughout your entire surrogacy journey and long after.