Surrogacy offers an incredible way for individuals and couples to grow their families through a deeply collaborative and rewarding experience. With its welcoming legal framework and progressive surrogacy laws, Colorado stands out as a top destination for both intended parents and surrogate mothers. Whether you're at the very beginning of your surrogacy exploration or ready to take the next step, understanding how surrogacy works in Colorado is key to your success.
At Fertility Source Companies, we pride ourselves on connecting intended parents with prospective surrogates through our exclusive, detailed surrogate database and personalized matching approach. Drawing from years of experience, we’ve helped families across Colorado – serving cities like Denver, Colorado Springs, Boulder, and beyond – ensuring that every step of the journey is supported with expertise and care.
How do I become a surrogate in Colorado?
A gestational carrier (i.e., surrogate) carries a pregnancy for a couple or individual. Being a surrogate has been described as one of life's most rewarding experiences. Surrogates and intended parents share a bond that few other relationships can emulate; in many cases, these relationships develop into lifelong friendships. In addition to the emotional gratification of helping a couple struggling with infertility, there are many other benefits, such as compensation for living and out-of-pocket expenses, as well as an exceptionally generous monetary payment plan.
The requirements for surrogates include a strict age requirement (i.e., between the ages of 21 and 43) and a history of at least one healthy pregnancy. Surrogates must be citizens of the U.S., non-smokers, and non-drug users, with exemplary physical and mental health histories. They must also have a stable home environment and reliable transportation.
Acceptance into Fertility Source Companies’ surrogacy database includes many steps, including:
The initial application to become a surrogate candidate
Medical records submission
A variety of screening tests to ensure you are mentally and physically healthy
A background check to ensure there is no history of legal problems
Once you have been approved, you will be added to our roster of available surrogates. The next step is to be matched with the intended parents. After you are matched, there are more steps, including:
A comprehensive physical exam at the intended parents’ fertility clinic
Meeting with an attorney to sign the surrogacy agreement
Taking a series of fertility hormone self-injections to prepare you for pregnancy
Undergoing the embryo transfer
Getting a pregnancy test and an ultrasound
Seeing your OB healthcare provider during your pregnancy and delivery.
After the birth of the baby, you will have completed your gestational surrogacy journey, having made a huge impact and a lifelong difference in the life of a person or a couple who were otherwise unable to have a child. Learn more about the surrogacy process.
Fertility Source Companies provides an expert team of professionals to provide support and assistance throughout your surrogacy journey. We will guide you during each step of getting matched with the best gestational surrogate to carry your baby. Our team will help guide you through each step of the process, including the initial application process, how surrogates are screened, and what to look for in selecting a surrogate.
How Surrogates Are Screened in Colorado All surrogates are screened to ensure they are well-qualified for surrogacy. These screenings include but are not limited to medical tests, physical exams, mental health evaluations, criminal background checks, partner screening, and more. At Fertility Source Companies, we also evaluate the potential surrogate’s level of commitment and perform in-home evaluations of their family interactions to ensure your baby is carried in a stable environment. An on-staff RN reviews past pregnancies to ensure there were no complications, and healthcare and mental health professionals perform medical and psychiatric testing.
Once surrogates have passed our thorough screening process, our team works closely with you to identify the perfect match. We take the time to understand your goals and preferences, considering key elements like shared values, location, and communication style. Intended parents are invited to review detailed surrogate profiles and meet with potential candidates to ensure compatibility, fostering a strong foundation for the journey ahead.
Our approach goes beyond simply finding a match; it’s about creating a meaningful and lasting connection that sets the stage for a successful surrogacy experience. With personalized attention and care, we ensure that every match is more than just practical – it’s the beginning of a life-changing partnership.
Colorado is recognized for its surrogacy-friendly laws, making it one of the top states for intended parents and gestational carriers. The state allows pre-birth parentage orders, ensuring that intended parents are legally recognized before the child is born, with their names on the birth certificate. Surrogates must meet specific criteria, including being at least 21 years old, having given birth previously, and undergoing medical and psychological evaluations. Both the surrogate and intended parents are required to have independent legal representation to ensure all aspects of the arrangement are addressed.
Colorado’s inclusive legal framework extends to single individuals and couples of any sexual orientation, allowing them to pursue surrogacy. The state’s laws also accommodate international families, ensuring they have access to surrogacy while meeting legal requirements. Overall, Colorado provides a secure and supportive environment for surrogacy, with clear guidelines and protections for all parties involved. The Colorado Surrogacy Agreement Act (HB21-1022) ensures these legal protections and is a cornerstone of surrogacy law in the state.
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“I have worked with your amazing team since 2014. You were such a vital piece in my unforgettable journey all these years. I can not speak highly enough about your professionalism and caring demeanor. You will forever have my sincerest respect and admiration. I have enjoyed this process so much that I even referred my sister-in-law and she is in the legal stage with her IPs.”
— E.A., Surrogate
Our Partner Clinics in Colorado
Fertility Source Companies partners with many fertility clinics across Colorado, including in Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, and beyond. You’ll find the contact information and website addresses of each of our partner clinics in Colorado listed below.
Colorado Center for Reproductive Medicine 10290 RidgeGate Circle Lone Tree, CO 80124 Ph: 303-788-8300 Fx: 303-788-8310 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.colocrm.com/
Conceptions Reproductive Associates 271 West County Line Road Littleton, CO 80129 Ph: 303-794-0045 Fx: 303-794-2054 Web: https://www.conceptionsrepro.com/
Fertility Source Companies offers a comprehensive surrogacy program that ensures both intended parents and gestational surrogates receive the highest level of support. Our dedicated case managers, many of whom are experienced surrogates, provide guidance from match to delivery, assisting with appointments and travel arrangements. Our rigorous screening process ensures that only the most qualified surrogates are matched with intended parents, offering peace of mind throughout the process. As your dedicated surrogacy agency, Fertility Source Companies will help minimize stress, provide emotional support, and help with legal and financial arrangements.
