Why is Surrogacy for Same-sex Couples So Expensive?
                     Why is 
Surrogacy for 
Same-sex 
Couples So 
Expensive?
By – Rite Options
Same-sex 
Relationship
Surrogacy allows those 
in a same-sex 
relationship to do 
something that wasn't 
possible 40 years ago – 
have their children. 
What Can I Expect 
from a Surrogacy 
Journey?
You've made (or almost 
completed) the big decision 
to use a surrogate — more 
widely known as a 
gestational carrier. 
First, you'll have to decide 
between the two types of 
Surrogacy: two types of 
Surrogacy.
Types Of 
Surrogacy
• Traditional Surrogacy – The 
surrogate is also the egg donor, 
meaning she's genetically linked to 
the child.
• Gestational Surrogacy – The 
gestational carrier is inseminated 
via IVF using donor eggs fertilized 
by sperm from one of the intended 
parents or a sperm donor.
How Much Does 
Surrogacy Cost?
The average cost of Surrogacy 
in the US is about $140,000. 
We know that number likely 
seems daunting, but take a 
deep breath and let's explore 
where that money goes. 
Why Does Surrogacy 
Cost So Much?
Surrogacy is made up of many 
essential parts. In addition to 
paying for IVF (either out of 
pocket or with some help from 
insurance), you'll be responsible 
for other necessary surrogacy 
costs.
What's Included in the 
Cost of Surrogacy?
• IVF clinic
• Egg (or sperm) donor compensation
• Gestational carrier compensation
• Surrogacy agency fees
• Legal fees (both for you and the gestational 
carrier)
• Medications for your egg donor and 
gestational carrier
• Travel costs for intended parents and 
gestational carrier
• Pregnancy expenses (i.e., maternity clothes, 
prenatal vitamins, etc.)
• Health insurance for gestational carrier
Why Do I Need Both an 
IVF Clinic and a 
Surrogacy Agency?
A surrogacy agency removes 
much stress from the surrogacy 
process. They do not, however, 
perform IVF treatment with you 
and your gestational carrier.
Can I Pursue a Surrogacy 
Journey Without Using an 
Agency?
No, an agency like Rite Options is 
the best. They provide 
Surrogacy for gay parents. It is also 
important to note that many 
centers will only work with 
intended parents who use a 
surrogacy agency– that's how much 
an agency contributes to the 
process!
Thank You 
If you want the best 
surrogacy agency, 
visit - Rite Options