As a surrogate in San Bernardino, you can earn $55,000-$110,000 in compensation for being the missing piece to the puzzle of parenthood for the intended parents you choose.
As the highest-paying surrogacy agency, we understand what becoming a surrogate means. The time, energy and effort you’re dedicating deserve the best pay possible.
To learn more about how to become a paid surrogate, contact us online today.
Determine Your Surrogate Pay
How to Become a Paid Surrogate in San Bernardino
There’s no magical process to becoming a paid surrogate. No two surrogacies look exactly alike because the decisions you make and the specifics of your situation will impact what your pay looks like.
Here are five general steps as to what becoming a paid surrogate in San Bernardino can look like:
- Step 1: Complete our easy application right now.
- Step 2: Meet our basic requirements and complete a safe, streamlined screening process.
- Step 3: Find the best intended parents and draft a legal contract.
- Step 4: Prepare for IVF and start getting paid.
- Step 5: Give the gift of parenthood.
Intended parents share the importance of connecting with your surrogacy agency.How to Choose the Best Agency
Our Offices in California
As a national surrogacy agency, we’ve got offices around the country, including six locations in California. Stop by any one of our offices to learn more about becoming a surrogate.
Here’s where you can find us in California:
Near You
4695 Macarthur Ct
Floor 11, Suite B
Newport Beach, CA 92660
2815 Jefferson Street #301
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Central Valley
7257 N Maple Ave
Suite 101B
Fresno, CA 93720
1120 Tully Road
Modesto, CA 95350
Central Coast
1540 Marsh Street
Suite 130
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Northern California
9700 Business Park Drive
Suite 402
Sacramento, CA 95827
What You Can Gain with Our Surrogacy Program
Becoming a surrogate means giving the gift of parenthood and earning meaningful compensation for your and your family’s future. But as a surrogate, you get more than just making dreams come true for the intended parents and the best pay possible.
Several emotional benefits come with being a surrogate including:
- A sense of purpose
- Meaningful relationships
- A chance to learn more about yourself
Other Things to Know About Becoming a Surrogate in San Bernardino
Surrogacy Laws and Legal Professionals
California is considered a surrogacy-friendly state.
A gestational surrogacy statute took effect in 2013, making surrogacy legal and California one of the first states with surrogacy-specific laws. This means that it’s easy for you and the intended parents you choose to have your rights and interests protected by surrogate contracts that are valid and legally enforceable
Working with a surrogacy attorney in San Bernardino can help you understand the ins and outs of the journey that lies ahead. Here are some surrogacy attorneys that you can work with:
- The Haynes Law Firm (Redlands): Attorney Crista Haynes, APLC is the only 4 California Bar Certified Family Law Specialist in Redlands and serves families throughout San Bernardino and Riverside Counties with adoption and surrogacy.
- Law Offices of Sherrie L. Davidson, INC. (Ontario, Arcadia): Attorney Sherrie L. Davidson specializes in family law with specific training in family law formation. The firm offers legal services for all aspects of surrogacy arrangements.
- Masler Surrogacy Law (Irvine): Masler Law has represented over 3,000 third-party reproductive clients in over 4,000 surrogacy and egg donation agreements.
- Klein Fertility Law (San Diego): Klein Fertility Law has over 30 years of experience in surrogacy law for intended parents throughout the United States and the world.
Surrogacy Medical Professionals in San Bernardino
Surrogacy requires the support of experienced medical professionals. You’ve got plenty of these professionals in San Bernardino, from fertility clinics for IVF to hospitals where you can welcome the baby into the world.
Fertility Clinics
- Loma Linda University Center for Fertility & IVF (Loma Linda): Loma Linda University Center for Fertility & IVF is one of Southern California’s longest-standing fertility clinics. They have handled infertility cases in the Riverside-San Bernardino metro area for more than 30 years.
- Coastal Fertility Medical Center (Irvine): Coastal Fertility Medical Center has been one of Orange County’s leading providers of reproductive care to infertility patients since 1982.
- RMA Southern California (Los Angeles): Reproductive Medicine Associates of Southern California has established itself as the destination c for patients seeking personalized one-on-one care from their doctor. Dr. Melanie Landay and Dr. Thomas Kim are board-certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
Hospitals
- Family Birthing Center at Dignity Health - Community Hospital of San Bernardino (San Bernardino): Community Hospital of San Bernardino is one of less than 10% of hospitals in the U.S. recognized by Baby-Friendly® USA for adopting care practices that promote the highest level of breastfeeding support and education in the first months of a baby's life.
- Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (San Bernardino): Arrowhead Regional Medical Center was named as a High Performing Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for Maternity for 2024. They also received their Baby-Friendly hospital designation in 2009.
- Eisenhower Family Birth Center (Ranch Mirage): With a valley-wide health system, the care they provide is backed by a medical group of more than 360 Eisenhower Health primary care physicians and specialists.
FAQs About Surrogate Compensation in San Bernardino
Why Should Surrogates Get Paid?
Surrogates are paid because they’re changing lives, creating families and allowing strangers to experience parenthood.
That deserves the best pay possible.
How Much Do Surrogates Get Paid Monthly?
Surrogates are paid a monthly rate based on their experience, cost of living and income. There’s no set amount of surrogate pay surrogates receive because each surrogate’s circumstances are unique.
Do Surrogates Get Maternity Leave?
California has Paid Family Leave so yes, surrogates do get maternity leave. The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) also ensures you have 12 weeks of unpaid leave.
As part of our compensation package, we will reimburse you for any wages lost as a result of your surrogate pregnancy.
Do Surrogates Get Paid if They Miscarry?
Surrogates do get paid if they miscarry. But they are typically only paid for the duration they are pregnant.
The surrogate contract outlines what the next steps are, but if the intended parents and the surrogate decide to try again, then a pregnancy has to be confirmed before they can begin receiving payments again.
How Much Do Surrogates Make for Twins?
Becoming a surrogate with us means you can make $10,000 for twins or $5,000 per multiple.
We offer the best pay for your decision to open the door to parenthood for those who can’t open it themselves, not for carrying a baby. The energy, time and effort you’re dedicating deserves to be compensated properly.
Do Surrogates Have to Pay Taxes?
As a surrogate, you do have to pay taxes on the pay you receive. As a gestational carrier, you’re providing a service by carrying the baby of the intended parents you choose. The pay you receive for that service is considered compensation and income.
A 1099 form during tax season from the third-party escrow service we partner with that distributes your monthly payments is an obvious sign that you’ll have to pay taxes on the income.
You should contact a local tax professional to ensure you pay all the necessary taxes.