The surrogate compensation will be paid in monthly installments during the pregnancy beginning upon confirmation of pregnancy (14-day blood test). A previous Surrogate will be compensated $27,000.
Twin Compensation
$5,000
In the case of twins, the Surrogate will receive $5,000 in addition to the surrogate compensation.
Monthly Allowance
$200/month
The monthly allowance will be used for in county mileage, lost wages prior to pregnancy, telephone calls, faxes, postage or federal express charges, housekeeping, childcare, and miscellaneous expenses related to the surrogacy process. This fee will be paid beginning with the first month following the initial medical screening (assuming the Surrogate is medically cleared) and will continue until 3 months following the delivery.
Maternity Clothing Allowance
$800
The maternity clothing allowance will be paid in full prior to 20 weeks. In the case of a twin pregnancy $400 will be paid at 16 weeks and the balance of $400 at 20 weeks.
Embryo Transfer Fee
$500
The embryo transfer fee will be paid after each embryo transfer procedure to compensate the Surrogate for the time associated with medical preparation for the transfer, bed rest, and child care.
Invasive Procedures
$500
This fee will be paid to compensate for the trauma associated with the following procedures: amniocentesis, chorionic villi sampling, D&C, early termination, fetal reduction, operative hysteroscopy (in hospital or out patient facility) or ectopic pregnancy.
C-Section
$1,500
The Surrogate will be paid an additional $1,500 if she delivers by cesarean section. This fee is to compensate for the additional pain and suffering, added risks, and longer recovery time.
Lost Wages
tbd
Any Surrogate who works outside her home will be paid for lost wages when the doctor orders work restriction or bed rest (approximately 6 to 8 weeks after delivery). The spouse (or any other person providing support) will be reimbursed for up to 3 to 5 days for lost wages. Payments will be based on net wages. Please note that disability payments will be subtracted from documented net wages.
Psychological Support
$1,500
The Surrogate will be offered psychological support throughout the term of pregnancy and 3 months following the delivery.
Health Insurance
tbd
If the Surrogate has medical insurance that covers surrogacy, she needs to provide proof of insurance, including carrier’s name and policy information. If a surrogate is uninsured Fertility Miracles, A Division of American Fertility Institute, LLC will assist the Intended Parent(s) in acquiring the appropriate coverage.
Life Insurance
$300-$400
There will be a $250,000 one year life insurance policy issued to the Surrogate.
Attorney’s Fees
$750-$1,000
The Surrogate will have to right to legal representation during the review and negotiations of the legal contract. The attorney’s fees will be paid by the Intended Parent(s).
* This document is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute an agreement, guaranty or warranty by Fertility Miracles, A Division of American Fertility Institute, LLC that any surrogate will receive any benefits of any nature. This document is not intended to constitute a contract or a part of any contract. The exact benefits payable to any Surrogate will be based upon these recommendations but will be written in a separate legal document between the Surrogate and the Intended Parent(s).
