Not at all! While Simple Surrogacy has a presence in Texas, Colorado, and New York, we work with Intended Parents throughout the United States and around the world.

You do not need to live in any of these states to work with us, and your surrogate does not need to live there either. We match Intended Parents with qualified surrogates in states with favorable surrogacy laws, considering your preferences, medical needs, and legal requirements for establishing parentage.

With over 25 years of experience, we have helped families from across the United States and more than 20 countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, China, Singapore, Brazil, and Mexico.

Our experienced team coordinates your journey remotely, working closely with fertility clinics, attorneys, and other professionals to make the process as simple and convenient as possible, wherever you live.

Contact us to learn how we can help you build your family, no matter where you call home.

Because experience matters, and so does personal attention. At Simple Surrogacy, we combine over 25 years of experience with thorough surrogate screening, personalized matching, affordable fees, and hands-on support to help make your journey to parenthood as smooth and rewarding as possible.

Founded in 2002, Simple Surrogacy is a women-owned, independently operated agency—not owned by private equity. Many members of our team have personally been surrogates or egg donors, giving us a unique understanding of the journey and the care every family deserves.

Here’s what makes Simple Surrogacy different:

• Thoroughly Pre-Screened Surrogates: Fewer than 8% of surrogate applicants qualify for our program. We conduct extensive preliminary screening, including background checks, pregnancy and medical history reviews, personal interviews, and psychological evaluations, before matching. Your fertility clinic provides final medical clearance.
• Personalized Matching: We carefully match Intended Parents and surrogates based on compatibility, preferences, and expectations. Every match is coordinated personally by our experienced team, never by an impersonal algorithm.
• 25+ Years of Experience: We’ve been helping families grow since 2002 and have extensive experience coordinating surrogacy journeys for families throughout the United States and internationally.
• Affordable, Full-Service Programs: Our Texas-based operations and Heartland-focused approach allow us to offer competitive agency fees, often significantly lower than those of coastal agencies, without sacrificing personalized service.
• 24/7 Support and Direct Owner Access: Our experienced coordinators guide you through screening, matching, legal agreements, fertility clinic coordination, pregnancy, and delivery. You’ll also have direct access to our agency owners when you need additional assistance.
• Independent Escrow and Financial Transparency: Your surrogate’s compensation and reimbursable expenses are managed through Seed Trust, an independent escrow administrator. You’ll have secure online access to your escrow information, and our dedicated escrow advocate helps address payment questions and concerns.
• Guaranteed Rematching: We offer rematching protections under our program agreement if a surrogate does not pass screening or cannot continue, helping protect your investment and keep your journey moving forward.
• Experienced Legal and Medical Partners: We work with established fertility clinics, reproductive attorneys, psychologists, and insurance professionals nationwide to coordinate the many aspects of your journey.
• Inclusive Family Building: We proudly welcome married and unmarried couples, LGBTQIA+ families, single parents, and international Intended Parents. We help coordinate journeys in states with favorable surrogacy laws based on each family’s individual circumstances.
• Trusted and Recognized: Simple Surrogacy is a New York State Licensed Surrogacy Agency, maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, and has longstanding relationships with organizations including Men Having Babies, Gays With Kids, and Rainbow Families.

Most importantly, you’re never just a number at Simple Surrogacy. We understand how important your dream of parenthood is, and we’re committed to providing the experience, personal care, and professional guidance you deserve.

We also encourage prospective Intended Parents to speak with former clients, so you can hear firsthand what it’s like to work with our team.

Schedule a Complimentary Consultation and discover how we can help you build your family.

At Simple Surrogacy, we believe you deserve generous compensation for the incredible gift you’re giving another family, along with financial protection throughout your journey.

First-time surrogates typically receive $58,000 in base compensation, plus an additional $5,000 if they have qualifying surrogacy-friendly health insurance, bringing base compensation to $63,000. Experienced surrogates generally earn more and can work with our team to establish compensation based on their previous experience, location, and individual circumstances.

Your base compensation is typically paid in eight installments throughout your pregnancy, beginning after a fetal heartbeat is confirmed by ultrasound.

In addition to your base compensation, Intended Parents cover eligible surrogacy-related expenses and benefits, including:

• Medical expenses: Covered pregnancy-related medical care, fertility treatments, medications, and applicable insurance expenses.
• Travel expenses: Approved airfare, lodging, meals, mileage, and other travel costs for required appointments.
• Lost wages and childcare: Eligible expenses for medical appointments, embryo transfers, physician-ordered restrictions, and recovery following delivery.
• Monthly allowance: Typically $300 per month ($350 for twins) for miscellaneous expenses.
• Maternity clothing: $800 for a singleton pregnancy or $1,000 for multiples.
• Additional compensation: Payments for starting medications, embryo transfers, C-sections, carrying multiples, and certain medical procedures.
• Postpartum benefits: A $500 body recovery allowance and a separate $300 push gift.
• Independent legal representation: Your own attorney to review your surrogacy agreement, at no cost to you.

Your compensation and approved reimbursements are administered through Seed Trust, our independent escrow partner, with secure online access to your payment information and support from our dedicated escrow advocate.

Your exact compensation, benefits, and reimbursements will be clearly outlined in your individual surrogacy agreement, so you’ll understand what to expect before moving forward.

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No. Simple Surrogacy does not issue IRS Form 1099 to our surrogates.

Your surrogate compensation and reimbursements are administered through Seed Trust, our independent escrow provider, rather than paid directly by our agency.

However, not receiving a 1099 does not necessarily mean your compensation is tax-free. Tax obligations vary based on your individual circumstances, and we recommend consulting a qualified tax professional familiar with surrogacy compensation to determine how your payments should be reported.

Our team is happy to explain how your compensation is paid and how you can access your payment records through your secure escrow portal.

Absolutely! Having your tubes tied does not prevent you from becoming a gestational surrogate.

Gestational surrogacy uses in vitro fertilization (IVF), meaning an embryo created using the Intended Parents’ or donors’ eggs and sperm is transferred directly into your uterus. Because your fallopian tubes are not needed for this process, having your tubes tied generally does not affect your ability to carry a pregnancy.

As long as you meet our surrogate qualifications and your fertility clinic confirms that you are medically eligible, you may still be an excellent candidate for surrogacy.

In fact, many women who have completed their own families and had their tubes tied go on to become wonderful gestational surrogates!

Apply to Become a Surrogate and let us help you take the next step.

Yes! At Simple Surrogacy, we believe you should feel comfortable and confident with the medical professionals caring for you throughout your pregnancy.

In most cases, you can continue seeing your preferred OB/GYN or midwife and deliver at the hospital of your choice, provided they accept your insurance, are experienced with your medical needs, and can accommodate a gestational surrogacy pregnancy.

Your fertility clinic will manage your care during the early stages of pregnancy. Once you’re released to your regular prenatal provider, you’ll generally be able to continue your care locally.

If you prefer a midwife-assisted delivery, we can help determine whether that is an option based on your medical circumstances, insurance coverage, and the requirements of your gestational surrogacy agreement.

We also coordinate with your chosen hospital to help ensure everyone is prepared for the delivery, including the Intended Parents’ involvement and any necessary legal documentation.

Your comfort, safety, and preferences matter to us. Our goal is to support you in having a positive pregnancy and delivery experience while ensuring that you and the baby receive appropriate medical care.

Because we’ve been in your shoes, and we know how important it is to feel valued, protected, and supported throughout your surrogacy journey!

Simple Surrogacy is a women-owned and operated agency co-founded by Stephanie Scott, a three-time gestational surrogate. Many members of our team are former surrogates and egg donors, so we understand firsthand the commitment, generosity, and dedication it takes to help another family grow.

With over 25 years of experience, we’ve designed our program to put surrogates first, offering competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, personalized matching, and 24/7 support.

Here’s what makes Simple Surrogacy different:

• Independent Escrow Protection: Your compensation and reimbursements are managed through Seed Trust, an independent escrow administrator, with 24/7 online access to your payment information.
• Dedicated Escrow Advocate: We help address payment questions and reimbursement concerns. Eligible expenses are reviewed and approved according to your agreement without requiring you to negotiate each reimbursement directly with your Intended Parents.
• No 1099 Issued by Our Agency: Simple Surrogacy does not issue IRS Form 1099 to our surrogates. However, individual tax obligations may apply.
• You Choose Your Intended Parents First: You’ll review compatible Intended Parent profiles and decide who you’d like to meet before moving forward with a match. Your preferences matter!
• 24/7 Support from Former Surrogates: Our experienced coordinators have been through the journey themselves and are available whenever urgent questions or concerns arise.
• Direct Access to Our Owners: You’ll have access to experienced leadership, including Stephanie, who understands surrogacy from personal experience.
• Special Gifts and Thoughtful Extras: We celebrate your journey with morning sickness care packages, personalized gifts, and special surprises along the way.
• Postpartum Recovery Benefits: Receive a $500 body recovery allowance and a separate $300 push gift following delivery, along with continued support during your recovery.
• Independent Legal Representation: You’ll have your own attorney to review your gestational surrogacy agreement, with eligible legal costs covered by the Intended Parents.
• Trusted and Experienced: We’ve been helping families grow since 2002 and proudly maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

At Simple Surrogacy, you’re never just a number. You’re an extraordinary woman making an incredible difference in another family’s life, and we believe you deserve an agency that treats you that way.

From your first application through delivery and beyond, our team is here to help make your surrogacy journey a positive, rewarding, and life-changing experience.

Apply to Become a Surrogate and discover the difference of working with an agency that truly understands you.

At Simple Surrogacy, your compensation and reimbursements are managed securely through Seed Trust, our independent escrow partner, so your payments are handled professionally and transparently.

Before your journey begins, your Intended Parents establish and fund an escrow account to cover your compensation and eligible expenses.

Here’s how the payment process works:

• Base Compensation: Your compensation is typically paid in eight installments, beginning after a fetal heartbeat is confirmed by ultrasound, according to your gestational surrogacy agreement.
• Expense Reimbursements: You submit eligible expenses through your secure Seed Trust portal. Seed Trust reviews each expense against your agreement, and Simple Surrogacy provides final payment approval.
• Direct Payments: Approved compensation and reimbursements are paid directly to you by Seed Trust, generally through electronic bank transfer.
• 24/7 Online Access: You can log into your escrow portal anytime to view your payment information, including expected and completed payments.
• Dedicated Escrow Support: If you have questions about a payment or reimbursement, our team and dedicated escrow advocate are available to help resolve any concerns.

You never have to negotiate your approved reimbursements directly with your Intended Parents. Our team is here to advocate for you and help make sure payments are processed accurately and according to your agreement.

We believe you should always know when and how you’ll be paid, so you can focus on what matters most—having a healthy, positive surrogacy experience.

At Simple Surrogacy, your monthly allowance is designed to cover routine, miscellaneous expenses throughout your journey. However, many additional surrogacy-related expenses are covered separately under your gestational surrogacy agreement.

For example, eligible medical expenses, approved travel costs, lost wages, childcare, and certain pregnancy-related expenses may be reimbursed in addition to your monthly allowance.

If you have an expense that isn’t covered by your monthly allowance, our team and dedicated escrow advocate can help you determine whether it qualifies for reimbursement under your agreement.

Approved expenses are submitted through your secure Seed Trust portal, reviewed against your agreement, and paid from your Intended Parents’ escrow account.

You should never hesitate to ask us about an unexpected expense. We’re here to help you understand your benefits and make sure you receive all compensation and reimbursements you’re entitled to under your agreement.

At Simple Surrogacy, you’ll work directly with our experienced team, including our agency owners. You’re never just another case number to us!

From your very first consultation, you’ll have a dedicated team guiding you through each stage of your journey.

• Your Initial Consultation: You’ll speak directly with Stephanie Scott, our Co-Owner and Executive Program Director. Stephanie takes the time to learn about your family-building goals, answer your questions, and understand your preferences for a surrogate.
• During Matching: Stephanie also oversees our matching process, so the person helping you find your surrogate already understands your needs and priorities. You’ll receive personalized guidance as we identify potential matches.
• Throughout Your Journey: Once matched, you’ll have a dedicated Intended Parent Coordinator who will be your primary contact for medical screening, legal coordination, pregnancy updates, and preparation for delivery.
• Direct Access to Our Owners: Unlike agencies where leadership may be difficult to reach, our owners remain personally involved and available to help with questions or concerns.
• 24/7 Support: Our experienced team is available for urgent matters throughout your surrogacy journey, so you’ll always know whom to contact when you need assistance.

Many of our team members have personally experienced surrogacy or egg donation, giving them firsthand insight into the process and the emotions involved.

We believe the best surrogacy journeys are built on personal relationships, open communication, and trust. You’ll get to know our team, and we’ll get to know you.

Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to meet Stephanie and learn how we can help you build your family.

At Simple Surrogacy, we believe finding the right surrogate is about compatibility, trust, and shared expectations—not simply matching as quickly as possible. That’s why our matching process is personalized and carefully managed by our experienced team.

Here’s how our matching process works:

1. We Get to Know You: During your initial consultation and onboarding, Stephanie Scott, our Co-Owner and Executive Program Director, learns about your family-building goals, preferences, and expectations. You’ll also complete your Intended Parent profile in our secure portal, helping potential surrogates get to know you.
2. We Identify Compatible Surrogates: Our team carefully reviews qualified surrogate candidates to identify women whose preferences, circumstances, and expectations align with yours. Our surrogates undergo extensive preliminary screening before being presented for matching.
3. Surrogates Choose First: We believe surrogates should have a meaningful voice in selecting the families they help. Compatible surrogates review Intended Parent profiles and indicate which families they’re interested in meeting.
4. You Review Your Potential Match: When a surrogate expresses interest in you, we’ll share her profile for your consideration. We present one surrogate profile at a time, allowing you to thoughtfully evaluate each potential match without feeling overwhelmed.
5. You Get to Know Each Other: If you’re interested, we’ll arrange an introductory call so you can meet, ask questions, and determine whether you feel comfortable moving forward together. An in-person meeting at your fertility clinic can also be arranged if desired.
6. Moving Forward Together: If both parties agree, you’ll officially match and proceed with the fertility clinic’s medical screening and approval process, followed by your legal agreements and preparation for embryo transfer.

What if a potential match isn’t right for us?

That’s perfectly okay! Matching is a mutual decision, and neither party is obligated to proceed. If you or the surrogate decides not to move forward, we’ll return to the matching process and continue looking for a compatible candidate.

Because we carefully consider everyone’s preferences, many of our Intended Parents feel comfortable moving forward with the first or second surrogate who expresses interest in them.

How long does matching take?

Matching timelines vary based on surrogate availability, your preferences, medical requirements, and other individual factors. We typically have more Intended Parents waiting than qualified surrogates, so patience and flexibility are important.

Our goal isn’t to promise the fastest match—it’s to help you find a surrogate who is well-suited to your family and prepared for the journey ahead.

At Simple Surrogacy, matching is always handled personally by our experienced team, never by an impersonal algorithm. We want both you and your surrogate to begin your journey feeling confident, comfortable, and excited about the relationship you’re building.

Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to learn more about our matching process.

You could be matched almost immediately! At Simple Surrogacy, we have many wonderful Intended Parents waiting to find the right surrogate, so matching is often one of the quickest parts of your journey.

Most surrogates receive Intended Parent profiles to review within hours of being approved for matching. Many are matched within just a few days of selecting a family they’re interested in, while others may take a few weeks.

Your matching timeframe depends on several factors, including your personality, location, compensation expectations, health insurance coverage, and preferences regarding important pregnancy decisions.

For example, we discuss your comfort level with selective reduction in the event of triplets or higher-order multiples, as well as your views on pregnancy termination if serious chromosomal or medical conditions are diagnosed. These are important conversations to have before matching so that you and your Intended Parents share similar expectations.

We do not support pregnancy termination solely for gender preference and would actively discourage Intended Parents from pursuing that approach. Families interested in sex selection may discuss preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) with their fertility clinic before embryo transfer.

Most importantly, you always have a choice in who you help. At Simple Surrogacy, surrogates review Intended Parent profiles first and decide which families they’d like to meet. You’ll have the opportunity to get to know potential Intended Parents before agreeing to a match.

Our goal is to help you find a family whose values, expectations, and personality align with yours, creating a positive and rewarding experience for everyone involved.

And when you experience that first ultrasound together and see the joy on your Intended Parents’ faces as they hear their baby’s heartbeat, you’ll understand just how extraordinary the gift of surrogacy can be.

Apply to Become a Surrogate and take the first step toward helping a family grow!

At Simple Surrogacy, your health and safety are our top priorities. Before beginning your journey, you’ll complete several medical and psychological screenings to ensure you’re physically and emotionally prepared for a healthy surrogacy pregnancy.

Here’s what you can typically expect:

• Medical History Review: Your previous pregnancy and delivery records will be reviewed to help determine whether you meet our program’s medical qualifications.
• Psychological Evaluation: You’ll meet with a mental health professional experienced in surrogacy to discuss your expectations, emotional readiness, and understanding of the journey.
• Blood Tests: Your fertility clinic will perform bloodwork to check hormone levels, infectious diseases, immunity, and other health factors.
• Uterine Evaluation: You’ll typically undergo an ultrasound and potentially additional testing to evaluate your uterus and confirm it’s suitable for embryo implantation.
• Physical Examination: Your fertility clinic may require a physical examination and other assessments based on your medical history.
• Additional Testing: Depending on your health history and the fertility clinic’s requirements, you may need further evaluations before receiving medical clearance.

Will I have to pay for these tests?

No! Required screening and testing associated with your surrogacy journey are covered by your Intended Parents, according to your program agreements.

Most testing is completed during your initial medical screening, although additional bloodwork, ultrasounds, and monitoring appointments will be necessary during the fertility treatment process and pregnancy.

Every fertility clinic has slightly different screening requirements, so the exact number of tests and appointments may vary. Our experienced team will help coordinate your screening and explain what to expect at each step.

We want you to feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout the entire process!

Apply to Become a Surrogate and learn more about starting your journey with Simple Surrogacy.

Your health and safety are always our top priorities at Simple Surrogacy. If you experience a medical emergency during your surrogacy journey, you’ll have the support of your medical team and our experienced coordinators to help you navigate the situation.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Immediate Medical Care: If you experience a medical emergency, seek immediate care by calling 911 or going to the nearest emergency room. Your health and safety always come first.
• 24/7 Agency Support: Our experienced surrogate coordinators are available around the clock for urgent concerns. Once you’ve received necessary medical attention, contact your coordinator so we can help with next steps.
• Coordination with Your Medical Team: We’ll help facilitate communication with your fertility clinic, OB/GYN, and Intended Parents as appropriate, so everyone stays informed and your care remains coordinated.
• Financial and Insurance Assistance: Our team and dedicated escrow advocate can help address medical billing, insurance questions, eligible lost wages, childcare, and other expenses covered under your gestational surrogacy agreement.
• Emotional Support: Medical emergencies can be frightening. Many of our coordinators have been surrogates themselves, and we’re here to offer understanding, reassurance, and practical support throughout your recovery.

You will never be expected to delay necessary medical treatment while waiting for agency or Intended Parent approval. Medical decisions remain between you and your healthcare providers.

With over 25 years of experience coordinating surrogacy journeys, we understand the importance of being prepared for unexpected situations.

At Simple Surrogacy, you’re never just a number. We’re committed to supporting you through the expected milestones and unexpected challenges of your journey, from your first appointment through delivery and recovery.

Because finding the right egg donor should be an exciting step toward parenthood, not an overwhelming or unnecessarily expensive process.

Simple Donations, the egg donation program of Simple Surrogacy, combines over 25 years of experience with affordable fees, personalized matching, and professional coordination to make your egg donation journey as simple and rewarding as possible.

Here’s what makes Simple Donations different:

• Affordable, Transparent Fees: We offer competitive agency fees without unnecessary hidden charges. Our fees are not based on a percentage of your egg donor’s compensation.
• Experienced, Personalized Support: Our women-owned agency is staffed by experienced professionals, including women who have personally been egg donors and surrogates. We understand the process from firsthand experience.
• Carefully Evaluated Egg Donors: We review donor applications, medical histories, and personal qualifications, and coordinate required psychological and medical screening before a donor is approved to proceed with a cycle.
• Browse Donors Before Committing: You can explore our egg donor database without paying an application fee or making an immediate commitment.
• Personalized Donor Matching: We help you identify donors who meet your preferences and confirm their interest and availability before moving forward.
• Full-Service Coordination: We coordinate donor screening, legal arrangements, travel, medical appointments, and communication with your fertility clinic, helping you avoid unnecessary stress.
• Respect for Our Donors: Our egg donors receive their full agreed compensation without our agency deducting a percentage. We believe treating donors fairly creates a better experience for everyone.
• Inclusive Family Building: We proudly assist married and unmarried couples, LGBTQIA+ families, single parents, and international Intended Parents.

Most importantly, you’re never just a number at Simple Donations. Our experienced team provides the personal attention, guidance, and support you deserve throughout your journey.

We’re committed to helping you find a wonderful egg donor while making the process as affordable, organized, and straightforward as possible.

Explore Our Egg Donation Program and take the next step toward growing your family.