Our Surrogacy Program in Illinois

Fertility Source Companies helps intended parents (IPs) and prospective surrogates locate each other through our exclusive surrogate database and matching program. Fertility Source Companies has extensive experience guiding the surrogacy journey for IPs and surrogates from all over Illinois, including Chicago, Rockford, Belleville, Dekalb, and beyond.

• Find a Surrogate in Illinois
• Become a Surrogate in Illinois
• Our Partner Clinics in Illinois

Finding a Surrogate in Illinois

Throughout your family planning journey, Fertility Source Companies offers support and assistance from our expert team of professionals. We will match you with the right gestational surrogate based on your top priorities. Our team is available to assist during every step of the process, from the initial application to screening surrogates and selecting the right gestational surrogate for you.

Surrogacy Laws in Illinois

The surrogacy laws in Illinois help to protect the rights of surrogates and intended parents who enter into surrogacy contracts; the law is called the “Illinois Gestational Surrogacy Act.” Surrogacy is very complex legally; therefore, it’s essential to consult with a fertility law attorney to be certain you understand the laws in Illinois and to get help putting a legal surrogacy contract in place. While Fertility Source Companies doesn’t give legal advice, we are here to support you and point you in the right direction, with available legal resources to ensure a successful surrogacy journey.

Surrogate Costs & Fees in Illinois

The cost of hiring a gestational surrogate in Illinois is between $100,000 and $125,000. This includes the Fertility Source Companies surrogacy agency fee, surrogate screenings, legal consultation, and the surrogate compensation package. Learn more about surrogacy costs and fees.

How Surrogates Are Screened in Illinois

The team at Fertility Source Companies meticulously screens potential gestational surrogates, leaving no stone unturned in our efforts to ensure their qualifications and readiness for the profound commitment ahead. Our on-staff RN diligently examines their past pregnancies for any complications, while mental and medical professionals administer comprehensive psychiatric and medical assessments. We also perform criminal background checks and partner screenings, as well as evaluate the surrogate's level of commitment.

Surrogacy FAQs for Intended Parents

Become a Surrogate in Illinois

Intended parents unable to conceive a baby on their own may use a gestational surrogate to carry a pregnancy for them. When becoming a surrogate in Illinois, you can expect many benefits in addition to the personal rewards you will experience.

Why Become a Surrogate in Illinois

It has been said that surrogacy is one of life's most rewarding experiences. There is a special bond between gestational surrogates and IPs that few other relationships can replicate. Many of these relationships end up as lifelong friendships. Aside from the emotional satisfaction of helping a single person or couple struggling with infertility, there are numerous other benefits, including generous surrogacy compensation and pay.

Surrogate Requirements in Illinois

There are several requirements that surrogate candidates must meet before they can get matched with intended parents, including:

• A strict age requirement (i.e., between the ages of 21 and 43)
• A history of at least one healthy pregnancy. 
• U.S.citizenship
• Non-smokers and non-drug users
• Have excellent physical and mental health
• Have a healthy height-to-weight ratio (i.e., BMI)
• Have a stable home environment
• Have reliable transportation
• Pass a criminal background check and physical and mental health screenings  

The Surrogacy Process

There are many steps involved in the surrogacy process, including:

• The initial application
• Submission of history of medical conditions (including pregnancy history)
• Testing and screening (usually takes two to four weeks)
• A comprehensive evaluation of you and your partner (if applicable), including a criminal background check and mental health evaluation
• Selection and matching
• Review the IPs’ profiles to decide if you want to meet with them
• A match meeting
• The final decision on working with a specific IP/couple
• Comprehensive physical exam at the IP’s fertility clinic 
• Consultation with an assigned attorney to review and finalize the surrogacy contract
• Fertility medication self-injections to prepare the body for pregnancy 
• Embryo transfer at IP’s fertility clinic
• Blood tests and ultrasound to confirm pregnancy
• Visit with your OB/GYN doctor for pregnancy checkups and delivery

Surrogacy Pay & Compensation in Illinois

Surrogate pay in Illinois is approximately $55,000 for the base pay, which compensates surrogates for their time and effort, and helps cover living expenses. Once the baby’s fetal heart rate is noted, compensation will begin, dispersed in monthly installment payments. In addition to the base pay, other expenses are covered, such as medical expenses, maternity clothes, travel expenses, and other out-of-pocket costs. Find out more about surrogate pay and compensation.

Surrogate FAQs

Our Partner Clinics in Illinois

Fertility Source Companies partners with many fertility clinics across Illinois, including in Chicago, Rockford, Belleville, Dekalb, and beyond. You’ll find the contact information and website addresses of each of our partner clinics in Illinois listed below.