You deserve to see your dreams of being a parent come true. We can walk you through how to find a surrogate in South Carolina, solve any issues that arise and answer any questions that come up during the process.
We’re your quickest path to parenthood as a full-service, national surrogacy agency that has decades of experience creating families.
Contact us today to learn more about finding a surrogate.
How to Find a Surrogate in South Carolina
Regular updates, shared moments and support make it a heartfelt family journey.Why You Need to Get to Know Your Surrogate
We know how long you’ve been waiting to experience parenthood which is why we strive to keep our wait times low.
We can walk you through the steps to finding a surrogate in South Carolina and find the perfect fit for your journey. If you want to find a surrogate quickly and take a big step toward living life as a parent, then we’re here for you.
Here are three steps you can take to beat the average time to find a surrogate through another agency:
- Step 1: Find a carrier with our surrogate outreach program.
- Step 2: Get to know your surrogate through a conference call.
- Step 3: Solidify the match with a surrogacy contract.
How Long Does it Take to Find a Surrogate in South Carolina?
In an average of just 1 - 6 months you can find a surrogate in South Carolina
You likely have plenty of memories from your childhood, from local fairs to family vacations to holidays with extended family. We know you can’t wait to create these types of memories with your own child which is why we always beat the average time to find a surrogate through another agency.
The opportunity to create these memories sooner rather than later is thanks to our:
Our 1:1 intended parents-to-surrogate ratio is something that sets us apart from other agencies. It’s our way of successfully, and carefully, managing our lists so we can help you find a surrogate quickly. Our extensive marketing reaches more qualified surrogates every month. The main way surrogates find agencies is online and our network of websites increases the chances of finding the perfect fit. We know you can’t wait to become a parent which is why our screening process is fast without sacrificing safety. You’ll only work with the most highly qualified surrogates with us.
How Much Does it Cost to Find a Surrogate Mother in South Carolina?
When it comes to cost, don’t get caught up with a number on paper when you’re searching for a surrogacy agency. Instead, talk to that agency about what that cost means for your timeline and journey to become a parent.
Our cost is $169,900-$179,000, including all of the services necessary to help you find a surrogate and become parents faster.
We have a fee structure to help give you financial clarity. All your services are covered in our costs and the fee structure allows you to break it down and see what that money means for finding a surrogate in South Carolina.
Our compressive costs are due in two installments. The first is due when you choose to work with us. This installment covers:
It comes down to this, higher marketing means shorter wait times while lower marketing means longer wait times. We advertise in all forms of media and have a national reach to find more potential surrogates. Our comprehensive surrogate screening includes social and medical history forms, in-home assessments and background checks, medical and psychological evaluations and insurance reviews. Our Parent Protection Fee gives you financial clarity and protection. It covers matching for as long as you have embryos and gives you a large portion of your investment in the event of a failed surrogacy.
The second installment is due when you find the perfect surrogate match. This payment covers:
- Match fee
- Surrogate compensation
- Intended parent and surrogate legal fees
- Travel expenses and lodging
- Insurance premiums (if needed)
- Prenatal expenses
Learn more about how we look out for your budget by filling out our online form.
How Do I Find a Surrogate Near Me?
Finding a surrogate near you is easy. All you have to do is let your specialist know and we’ll show you surrogate profiles that meet what you’re looking for.
No matter how long you have been waiting to be a parent, we know that you want to become a parent as soon as possible. So keep in mind that being open to expanding your match criteria, such as being open to out-of-state surrogates, can mean shorter wait times.
View Surrogate Profiles
If you’re ready to take the next step toward being a parent and finding a surrogate, check out our surrogate profiles now:
Next Steps After Finding a Surrogate
Do you have embryos already created with a fertility clinic? If so, then contact us immediately. You’re ready for our surrogate matching service to get you that much closer to being able to experience what it’s like to be a parent.
Once you find a surrogate profile you like, let your specialist know. They’ll start by sending her profile to your fertility clinic where they will check to see if she’s medically ready to be a surrogate.
If she is, your clinic will send her your intended parent profile. If she likes it, your specialist will set up a Zoom call for you both. This is a chance for your, and her, questions to get to know each other more than what you’ve already learned from her surrogate profile.
If you both come away from that call knowing it’s the perfect match, you can continue on your path to parenthood.
If you don’t have a fertility clinic you’ve partnered with to create embryos, you’ll need to do so to move on and find a surrogate in South Carolina.
- Coastal Fertility Specialists (Mount Pleasant, Lexington, Myrtle Beach, Summerville): Coastal Fertility Specialists assists patients in almost every aspect of infertility and reproductive endocrinology. Doctors Schnorr, Cook, McLaughlin, Riestenberg and Peterson are all board-certified in Reproductive Endocrinology as well as in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Collectively they have over 70 years of combined clinical experience.
- Adore Fertility (Mount Pleasant, Charleston): Dr. Jeris Cox, MD is board-certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility from the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG
- Piedmont Reproductive (Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Spartanburg, Ashville, Columbia, Summerville): Piedmont Reproductive is South Carolina’s largest network of fertility centers. They are members of or are accredited by the American Association for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART)
Other Things to Know About Surrogacy in South Carolina
Although there was never any statute or published case law against it, published case law in 2003, Mid-South Ins. Co. v. Doe, 274 F.Supp.2d 757, suggested gestational surrogacy contracts were valid and enforceable.
Parentage orders can be obtained by most intended parents depending on the county and judge.
When it comes to your surrogacy contract, you’ll need your own legal representation for the process. Here are attorneys you can contact locally:
- Brinkley Law Firm (Charleston): Attorney and Counselor at Law Katharyn L. Sophia serves as Chair of the American Bar Association’s Committee for Assisted Reproduction Technology and is a Fellow with the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Technology.
- Building Families (Columbia, Greenville): As a full-service law firm, Building Families helps with everything from drafting gestational carrier agreements to drafting pre-birth orders and obtaining final parentage orders.
FAQ About Finding a Surrogate
Is South Carolina a Surrogacy-Friendly State?
Yes, South Carolina is a surrogacy-friendly state. Although there were never any statutes or published cases before 2003 that outlawed or approved surrogacy, Mid-South Ins. Co. v. Doe, 274 F.Supp.2d 757, made gestational surrogacy contracts valid and enforceable in this state.
Can I Find a Surrogate Mother for a Gay Couple?
Yes, you can find a surrogate for a gay couple. We work with plenty of surrogates who would be more than happy to carry for you and can connect you with them.
Is it Hard to Find a Surrogate in South Carolina?
No, it is not hard to find a surrogate in South Carolina when you work with us.
We have industry-leading wait times at an average of just 1 - 6 months which means your path to becoming a parent can start today.
Can I Find a Surrogate Online?
You can find your own surrogate online but there’s risk involved, from fraud to not knowing if the surrogate you find is eligible for the journey.
As a full-service, national surrogacy agency, our extensive marketing and nationwide reach are your quickest path to parenthood.
How Do I Find a Surrogate Mother for Free?
Networking with family and friends or finding a surrogate on your own are both free, but it can become slower, harder and riskier without the support of experienced professionals.
We have that experience, creating families for decades in a safe, legal and ethical manner with our thorough screening and successfully managed lists.
What is the Best Place to Find a Surrogate?
The best place to find a surrogate is with an agency. We have helped create over 13,000 families and would love to bring your dreams of being a parent to life.