Yes, surrogates are in high demand. Surrogacy has become very popular in the United States, and more couples (or individuals) see it as a viable option to have a family. According to WebMD, there are 750 surrogate babies born every year in the United States alone. And more important, there is an even higher demand for gestational carriers.
With so many couples struggling to conceive independently, surrogacy has become an increasingly popular way for them to build a family. The process can take some time, but plenty of options are available for those who want to start immediately.
Since there is such a high demand for surrogates in the US, gestational carriers receive increased compensation (check our page on “How much does a surrogate mother make”) for going through this procedure. We will discuss who is looking for surrogate mothers, the fundamental laws surrounding surrogation in Florida, and understand how First Step Surrogacy can help you in this journey.
Who is looking for surrogate mothers?
All intended parents have different circumstances and plenty of various reasons why they decide to opt for surrogacy. The intended parents you will connect with will have a unique background to everyone else.
But generally speaking, those looking for surrogate mothers fall into one of the following groups:
Heterosexual couples that have difficulties becoming pregnant,
Men who identify as homosexual and who want to have a child,
Prospective parents who are single and seeking a genetically related child,
Female homosexual couples that are having trouble getting pregnant,
Future mothers who are single and unable to carry a kid safely.
You can choose the kind of intended parents you are interested in as a prospective surrogate. The easiest way to match with intended parents is through an agency, which will make the process simple and help you look for the right fit for you.
It is important to note that you don’t have to be a surrogate for a person you don’t want. It is a personal decision, and we will always try to help you feel comfortable in an agency like First Step Surrogacy.
Laws regarding surrogation in Florida
Florida laws allow surrogacy and compensation for it. The payment covers as much as the legal, medical, phycological, and living expenses, wages lost, discomfort, and other costs that might occur.
The contract is enforceable in the state of Florida. You can find most information about the legality in the Fla. Stat. §742.15.
Surrogacy requirements in Florida
Some surrogacy requirements in Florida you need to meet to become a surrogate mother:
Having between 21 and 41.
Having a body mass index (BMI) below 32.
Being a United States citizen or a legal resident.
Not having government aid programs such as welfare, cash assistance, and public housing, among others.
If you have had pregnancies before, they should have been without complications.
For a complete list of surrogacy requirements in Florida, go to “How to become a surrogate mother,” if you want more information, please contact us, and our knowledgeable professionals will provide you with the information you request.
Is First Step Surrogacy the right fit for you?
First Step Surrogacy Agency is a Florida Surrogacy Agency specializing in Surrogacy and Egg Donation in Florida. We offer help to surrogate mothers, intended parents, and egg donors. In our agency, you can find the guidance and professional services you need during your surrogacy journey.
Surrogacy agencies can guide you through every step of the surrogacy process. If you are looking for the best surrogacy agency in Florida, First Step Surrogacy is here to help. We have multiple years of experience helping surrogates and intended parents throughout Florida.
We value the exceptional gift a gestational mother provides and the tenacity of intended parents to achieve their dream of having a family. That’s why we offer an empathic and compassionate service that provides guidance and support—our agency assists in forming families through surrogacy.
First Step Surrogacy is a full-service gestational surrogate agency. FSS is the most experienced surrogacy agency in the United States and the best for surrogates. Our decades of working in South Florida give us an exceptional insight into Florida culture and legislation. We have been helping local families and surrogates looking for help in their surrogacy path.
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