How to Choose the Right Surrogacy Agency: 5 Questions to Ask
Starting your surrogacy journey is both exciting and overwhelming. One of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right surrogacy agency. The agency you partner with will guide you through an emotional, legal, and medical process that shapes your family’s future.
But how do you know which agency is right for you? Here are five essential questions intended parents should ask before making their decision:
1. How Does the Agency Screen Surrogates?
A good agency does more than collect applications; ask how potential surrogates are screened. A thorough process protects everyone involved and sets the stage for a healthy, positive journey.
2. What Kind of Support Will We Receive?
Surrogacy isn’t just about paperwork, it’s an emotional path. Will your agency offer counseling, [support groups], or regular check-ins? Does the team provide guidance throughout the matching process, pregnancy, and beyond? You deserve more than transactional service—you deserve connection and care. [Join our Intended Parent community.]
3. How Transparent Is the Fee Structure?
Financial clarity matters. Ask for a detailed breakdown of all costs, including surrogate compensation, agency fees, legal fees, and medical expenses. Also ask for a clear financial timeline. Hidden costs and unexpected due dates can cause unnecessary stress. A trustworthy agency will be open about money from day one.
4. What Legal Protections Are in Place?
Surrogacy laws vary by state and country. Make sure your agency is keeping an eye on the legal landscape. Protecting you, your surrogate, and your future child should be a non-negotiable.
5. What Makes Your Agency Different?
Every agency has its philosophy. Some focus on speed, others on personal connection or cost. Listen closely to how they describe their mission, values, and approach. The right agency will feel aligned with your vision of family building.
Choosing a surrogacy agency is one of the biggest steps in your journey to parenthood. Take your time, ask hard questions, and trust your instincts. When you find the right fit, you’ll know; you’ll feel supported, informed, and confident moving forward.
At Cove Family Co., we believe intended parents deserve transparency, compassion, and a steady hand through every stage of the surrogacy process. Request 1:1 journey support here.
