Do you want to become a surrogate in San Diego? If so, you’ll have access to great fertility clinics, maternity hospitals, and surrogacy agencies—which makes San Diego a wonderful home base for surrogates!  Read on to learn why San Diego is an excellent city to become a surrogate mother…and how to start your surrogacy journey here. Decide if surrogacy is right for you While surrogacy can be a beautiful, life-changing journey, it’s not a perfect fit for everyone. Surrogacy requires at least a year-long commitment and will have an impact on your body, emotions, time, family, and career. Ma ..read more

As of March 2024, we are officially starting our 34th year in operation!  We’ve helped bring over 950 happy, healthy babies into the world—and we are proud to be considered one of the best surrogacy agencies in California.  We’re passionate about making each client’s experience as comfortable, rewarding, and joyful as possible—and we believe this is why over half of our surrogates choose to do another journey with us. (In fact, we’ve had surrogates do three and even four journeys with us!) So, what sets us apart from other agencies? Read on to find out why we’re consi ..read more

Surrogacy is an incredibly unique arrangement, so it’s natural to have questions about the legal aspects of it.  As with every other aspect in your surrogacy journey, SPS is with you every step of the way, and we will help guide you through this process!  Read on for answers to your most common questions.  Is surrogacy legal in the U.S.? There are currently no federal laws in the U.S. regulating surrogacy, and surrogacy laws vary state by state. And to make things even more complicated, state surrogacy laws are constantly evolving and changing. However, Surrogate Parenting ..read more

The surrogacy journey is filled with wonderful milestones, from confirming pregnancy to seeing the intended parents holding their precious baby for the first time. There is so much to prepare for along the way. And while your focus will understandably be on the joyous moments leading up to the birth, it’s important to know what to expect in the unique post-birth phase.  To help, we’ve put together a simple guide that sheds light on what happens after birth as a surrogate with Surrogate Parenting Services (SPS).  Attend a support group  At SPS, we take great pride in the excepti ..read more

With surrogacy gaining popularity, many people have questions and misconceptions about this extraordinary journey. One common question is whether the baby is genetically related to the surrogate. The short answer? If you are a gestational surrogate, there is NO genetic connection between the surrogate and the baby. We’ll dive into this topic below. Gestational surrogacy vs. traditional surrogacy To address this important question, let’s break down the difference between the two types of surrogacy: traditional and gestational.   Traditional surrogacy, where the surrogate mo ..read more

Are you hoping to become a surrogate in California? If so, you’ll have access to great fertility clinics, maternity hospitals, and surrogacy agencies—which makes California a fantastic home base for surrogates. As you begin your journey, we want to make sure you have the information you need to make your experience as safe, smooth, and rewarding as possible. Learn more below! 1. Decide if surrogacy is right for you While surrogacy can be an incredible, life-changing journey, it’s not a perfect fit for everyone.  Surrogacy requires at least a year-long commitment and will have an impact o ..read more

September 30 holds a special place in our hearts here at SPS, and that’s because it’s the birthday of the very first SPS baby!  Born September 30, 1991, this baby boy is all grown up now. But his birth marked the beginning of an amazing journey. As we celebrate the 32nd anniversary of that special day, we’re thrilled to share the incredible milestones that we’ve achieved since then. 33 years of joy Since that first magical moment in 1991, SPS has been at the forefront of surrogacy in California. As of October 2023, we have helped bring 938 precious babies into the world—442 girls and 496 ..read more

Here at Surrogate Parenting Service (SPS), we’re passionate about making each client’s experience as fulfilling and joyful as possible. In fact, over half of our surrogates choose to do another journey with SPS. We’ve had surrogates do three and even four journeys with us!  We’re proud to offer the level of service that makes our clients recommend us to their friends and family, and we’re always thrilled to receive great reviews from our surrogates and intended parents. (We’ve received over 100 5-star reviews on Google!) When you’re researching surrogacy agencies, reading testimonials fr ..read more

In many ways, surrogate pregnancy is just like any other pregnancy. And unfortunately, that means it comes with the risk of miscarriage. Experiencing a failed pregnancy is difficult for anyone. In addition to feelings of sadness and grief, surrogates often feel a sense of guilt, thinking they let the intended parents down. Here at Surrogate Parenting Services, the health and well-being of our surrogates is our top priority. We ensure that you not only have the support you need in the event of a miscarriage, but also that you understand all the details of your contract at the beginning of your ..read more

Here at Surrogate Parenting Services, the health, comfort, and happiness of our surrogates is paramount to us. From the moment you start your journey with SPS, we’ll be by your side through every step of the process. (Learn how to become a surrogate with SPS here.) One of the most important ways we support our surrogates is through a generous compensation package, which is one of the most competitive packages in California.  Earlier this year, we expanded our benefits package. As of July 1, 2023, our base compensation is $65,000 for first-time surrogates, and $75,000 for surrogates ..read more