Surrogacy Blog

• 

  Intended Parents

  

  Jun 30, 2026

  Surrogacy Laws by State: 50-State Guide for Intended Parents and Surrogates

  Surrogacy laws in the United States are not governed by one national rule. Instead, each state has its own approach to gestational surrogacy, parentage orders, birth certificates, compensation, surrogacy agreements, genetic connection requirements, and whether intended parents can be recognized as the legal parents without completing an adoption. But the most important point for intended parents to understand is this: […]

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Intended Parents

  

  • Gay
  • Gestational Surrogacy
  • Homosexual
  • Intended Par
  • LGBTQ

  May 30, 2026

  Everything You Need to Know About Gay Surrogacy

  For many gay men and same-sex male couples, the dream of becoming a father once felt uncertain, complicated, or out of reach. Today, advances in reproductive medicine, stronger legal protections, and experienced surrogacy professionals have made biological parenthood possible for thousands of LGBTQ+ families across the United States. Gay surrogacy is not a workaround. It is a well-established, medically supported, […]

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Surrogates

  

  Apr 30, 2026

  Can You Be a Surrogate Mother With Herpes?

  Short answer: Yes, you can be a surrogate with herpes. Having herpes does not automatically disqualify you from becoming a surrogate mother. Whether you have HSV-1 (oral herpes) or HSV-2 (genital herpes), surrogacy is still possible with proper medical management, full transparency with your agency, and monitoring throughout the pregnancy. If you experience a genital herpes outbreak at or near […]

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Surrogates

  

  • become a surrogate
  • gestational surrogate

  Mar 28, 2026

  How Old Do You Have to Be to Be a Surrogate?

  If you’re asking how old you have to be to be a surrogate, you’re not alone. It is one of the first questions many women ask when they begin exploring surrogacy. The short answer is this: Most gestational surrogacy programs prefer gestational carriers to be between 21 and 45 years old, and many agencies set a narrower working range of […]

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Parent Testimonial

  

  Jul 31, 2025

  Summer & Billy

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Surrogates

  

  • attorney
  • law
  • legal

  Jul 19, 2025

  The Ultimate State-by-State Guide to Surrogacy Lawyers and Attorneys in the U.S.

  Navigating the legal side of surrogacy can be complex, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re an intended parent or a prospective surrogate, having a qualified surrogacy lawyer or attorney by your side is essential. From drafting and negotiating the Gestational Carrier Agreement (GCA) to securing court orders establishing legal parentage, the legal aspects of surrogacy require […]

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Intended Parents

  

  • Blood
  • DNA
  • Genetics

  Jun 28, 2025

  Does a Surrogate Share Blood with the Baby? Understanding the Science of Surrogacy

  One of the most common questions people have about surrogacy is: Does a surrogate share blood with the baby? It’s a fair question. After all, pregnancy is an intimate biological process, and many assume that carrying a child must involve some kind of direct blood connection. But the answer may surprise you: a surrogate does not share blood with the […]

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Intended Parents

  

  Jul 25, 2024

  How Does Surrogacy Work

  Surrogacy is becoming an increasingly common family-building option that offers hope for people who are unable to carry a pregnancy on their own. But how does surrogacy work? It’s a great question and one most people thinking about surrogacy want to know. Interestingly, the answer depends on the type of surrogacy used, so we’ll start things there. Continue reading to […]

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Parent Testimonial

  

  Jul 24, 2024

  Janene

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Parent Testimonial

  

  Jul 16, 2024

  M & M

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Surrogate Testimonial

  

  Jul 16, 2024

  Caroline

  The Surrogate Steps team is so enthusiastic and knowledgeable. They’ve been right there beside me through every step of this journey.

  + Read Full Article

• 

  Intended Parents

  

  • Contract
  • intended parents
  • legal

  Jun 30, 2024

  Gestational Carrier Agreement: Everything You Need to Know

  Establishing a surrogacy contract (also known as a Gestational carrier agreement) is one of the most important aspects of any surrogacy journey. Whether you work with an agency or close friend the rights and responsibilities of each party to the pregnancy must be clear to ensure understanding of the arrangement and a smooth surrogacy. Below is a brief overview of […]

  + Read Full Article