As the largest city in New Jersey, Newark has many people who struggle with building a family. As a surrogate, you can help individuals and couples become parents, and you can receive compensation for all you do.
As a surrogate in Newark, you can receive compensation for reasonable expenses. If you’re living outside of New Jersey and work with American Surrogacy, you can be compensated $50,000 - $110,000+ and help make a family’s dreams come true.
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How Much Do Surrogates Make in Newark?
Surrogates in Newark make an average of $50,000 - $110,000+ which is well above the average pay of $62,000 nationwide. The amount you make can depend on expenses related to your pregnancy, as well as the cost of living in your area, your experience as a surrogate, and other factors.
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What’s Included in Surrogate Pay?
Surrogate pay includes base compensation as well as compensation for expenses that you may have as a surrogate. In New Jersey, compensation is limited to only reasonable expenses as approved through the courts.
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The Highest Paying Surrogacy Agencies in Newark
As one of the highest paying surrogacy agencies in Newark, we can help you become a surrogate safely and you will receive the compensation you deserve for the act of love you have given to a family.
Agency Compensation Range (in USD) American Surrogacy $50,000 - $110,000+ New Jersey Surrogacy Center LLC $39,650 New Beginnings Surrogacy Services $35,000-$42,000
How to Become a Paid Surrogate in Newark
To become a compensated surrogate in Newark, click here and use our quick application. Once you have filled out our form, a surrogacy specialist will reach out with more information about the process.
Here are some of the steps you can expect as you become a surrogate:
Surrogate Screening and Matching
During screening and matching you can expect to:
- Learn more about surrogacy
- Ask questions about the surrogacy process and get answers from professionals
- Get interviewed by surrogacy professionals to see if you are a good fit
- Complete medical screening and evaluation to complete safety checks
- Tell your surrogacy specialist about who you want to help
- Be shown profiles of families who need help from a surrogate
- Choose a family that you want to help and get to know them
Surrogate Pregnancy and Compensation
Once you are paired with a family that you are excited to help as a surrogate, you can begin the IVF process and confirm your pregnancy. That means that you and the family can get excited about the new life that is coming into the world!
As you begin the medical steps of surrogacy, your compensation also begins, which is just another reason to get excited.
What You Can Gain with Our Surrogacy Program
As a surrogate, you can have an incredible impact on the family that you help conceive, and you can receive compensation that can make a big difference in your family’s life. You will also have our support at every step of your journey, making surrogacy simple for you and your family.
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Other Things to Know About Becoming a Surrogate in Newark
Professional help is an important part of becoming a surrogate in Newark. Here are some resources that will help you along your journey:
Surrogacy Laws in Newark
While surrogacy is legal in the state of New Jersey, it is important to note that compensation is limited to only reasonable expenses for surrogates. This means that the amount you are able to receive depends on state laws. Click here to learn more from a surrogacy professional.
Surrogacy Attorneys in Newark
- Melissa B. Brisman Esq. (Montvale)
- Guston & Guston, LLP (Glen Rock)
IVF Clinics in Newark
- Sama Fertility (Teaneck)
- Center for Advanced Reproductive Medicine & Fertility (Edison)
Hospitals in Newark
- Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (Livingston)
- Englewood Hospital (Englewood)
- Hackensack University Medical Center at Hackensack Meridian Health (Hackensack)
FAQs About Surrogate Compensation in Newark
Here are some of the most common questions that women in Newark ask about compensated surrogacy:
Is NJ a surrogate friendly state?
New Jersey is considered a surrogate friendly state as the state’s laws allow for surrogacy. However, compensation in New Jersey is limited to reasonable expenses for the surrogate, which means that the amount of surrogate compensation you are allowed to receive will depend on state laws.
Do surrogates get paid if they miscarry?
Surrogates get compensation from the time pregnancy is confirmed until the time of miscarriage, and if the intended parents and surrogate begin another round of IVF, the compensation will begin again when pregnancy is confirmed.
Do surrogates get paid after the baby is born?
Surrogates in New Jersey receive compensation for expenses throughout pregnancy and sometimes after the end of pregnancy. This compensation can cover things like time off work, living expenses, travel, and attorney fees.
How much does a surrogate get paid to carry twins?
In some cases, surrogates can receive $5,000-$10,000 more when they carry twins or multiple. This amount takes into account the added toll on the surrogate’s body.
Do surrogates get maternity leave in Newark?
Surrogates in Newark get 12 weeks of maternity leave as outlined in FMLA, but your leave may be paid or unpaid depending on your employer. If your leave is unpaid, we can help you get compensation for lost wages.