Meet Our Expert Speakers
Surrogacy in the United States is a proven, well-regulated option for growing your family — but it’s no secret that it comes at a high price. With so many variables, hidden fees, and emotional decisions along the way, it’s easy to lose track of your budget or overspend in areas you didn’t expect.
This live webinar is designed to help you take back control.
Led by trusted experts and professionals who work with intended parents every day, we’ll break down the actual costs involved in U.S. surrogacy right now — and share practical strategies to manage those costs at every stage of the journey. Whether you’re still exploring your options or already deep in planning, this session will give you the tools to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Why Attend
Get Clarity on Real Costs
We’ll break down the full financial picture: what you should expect to spend,
what’s flexible, and what often gets overlooked.
Learn Where You Can Save
From clinic fees to insurance, surrogate compensation to legal documents; learn where smarter decisions can protect your wallet without risking your outcome.
Avoid Common Mistakes
Hear directly from experts
about the decisions that cost intended parents thousands;
and how to sidestep them.
Ask Questions in Real Time
Join our Q&A session and get direct answers from surrogacy specialists who understand the landscape inside and out.
Relevant to All Nationalities
Whether you’re based in the U.S., Australia, Europe or elsewhere, this session offers valuable insight no matter where you’re starting from.
What We’ll Cover
This webinar will walk you through each stage of the U.S. surrogacy journey — highlighting where costs arise, how to plan ahead, and where intended parents often overspend.
- Embryo Creation
- Should you create embryos in the U.S. or overseas?
- What influences cost — and what doesn’t
- Saving on donor eggs, sperm testing, and PGT-A
- Choosing the Right Agency
- What’s included in agency fees — and what’s extra
- Where agencies differ on value and transparency
- Surrogate Matching & Compensation
- Typical cost ranges and what impacts them
- Matching delays that could affect your budget
- Extras you might be asked to pay — and how to assess them
- Legal, Insurance & Medical Expenses
- What’s mandatory vs optional vs negotiable
- Do you need newborn insurance? What are your alternatives?
- Legal structures that protect you and your budget
- Birth & Bringing Baby Home
- Exit strategies, document requirements, and where costs snowball
- Saving on travel, accommodation, and time in-country
- How to plan ahead for a smooth, cost-effective return
Webinar Details
Tailored for:
for everyone
Date & Time:
Sat, 9 August 1:00 pm
AEST
Fri, 8 August 8:00 pm
PDT
Fri, 8 August 11:00 pm
EDT
Registration:
Free
Webinar Agenda
15 mins
Embryo Creation for US Surrogacy
Covers the options from shipping embryos to selected a US IVF clinic. Understand what ChatGPT cant tell you about clinic wait times, donor availability, hidden costs and ways to stick to a budget.
Sam Everingham, Growing Families
20 mins
Choosing the Right Agency
How do you choose between the scores of agencies available? What level of contact should you expect with your agency? How do match times differ? What’s included in agency fees — and what’s extra? Where do agencies differ on value and transparency. What to budget for surrogate matching & compensation. What other factors impact costs? How long after match should you expect to progress to embryo transfer?
Dawn Baker, US Surrogacy
8 mins
The Surrogate Perspective
What motivates US surrogates to carry for singles and couples far away from them? What sort of contact and relationship are they looking for? Do they tend to carry a second time for the same couple? What do GC’s tend to be most concerned about
Rachel Means, US Surrogate
8 mins
The Parent Perspective
Hear from an intended dad whose has been working with US Surrogacy, Tree of Life & Growing Families. Jin and his wife are expecting their boy to be born in just a few weeks time. Understand how they selected the USA, what was important to them in an agency and their journey to date
Jin Peng, Intended Parent, US Surrogacy
10 mins
NewBorn Insurance for the US
Why is newborn insurance so important? What does it cover? What are the risks of skipping it? Is it available for twin births? At what stage should intended parents purchase it? What are the likely costs? If it is not used, are the costs less?
Emma Bott, SurroPlans
6 mins
Financial Grants & Support Groups for US IVF/ Surrogacy (Heterosexual)
Hear from US charity, Hopeful Mama about their support programs for those facing the need for surrogacy. This includes online support groups and for US-based women, an annual grants program
Emily Patel, Hopeful Mama Foundation
FAQs
Yes, the webinar will be recorded. However, to access the recording after the live event, there will be a fee of $20. You’ll receive details on how to access the recording after the session.
No, the webinar is designed to be accessible for anyone considering surrogacy in the U.S., whether you’re just starting your journey or have been researching options for some time.
Absolutely! Our experts will host a live Q&A at the end of the session to address your specific concerns and questions.
While attending live is ideal for engaging with the speakers and asking questions, we understand that schedules can be tight. If you can’t attend live, you can access the recording for a fee of $20.
We aim to provide insights that are broadly relevant, though some topics may focus on specific scenarios. During the live Q&A, you’ll have the opportunity to ask personalized questions. You can also book a personalised consultation with our global consultant if you need more tailored advice.
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