Become a Surrogate with Conceptual Options: Start Your Journey Today

Are you ready to make a life-changing impact? Becoming a surrogate with Conceptual Options Surrogacy Agency offers you the chance to help families grow while earning generous compensation and joining a supportive community. Since 1999, we’ve empowered women like you to become “Super Surrogates” and create lasting legacies. Start your surrogacy journey in Texas or beyond—apply now!

Our Mission

Conceptual Options’ mission is to provide compassionate, personalized surrogacy and egg donation services, empowering individuals and couples to build families through ethical, supportive, and professional guidance.

Our Vision

We emphasize personalized support, transparency, and creating meaningful connections between intended parents, surrogates, and egg donors.

Our Process

Conceptual Options involves several structured steps to ensure a smooth, ethical, and supportive experience for both surrogates, egg donors, and intended parents.

Generous Compensation

Conceptual Options offers competitive compensation packages for surrogates, including base pay, additional benefits (e.g., lost wages, maternity clothing allowances), and comprehensive health insurance during the pregnancy. This financial support acknowledges the significant commitment surrogates make.

Earn $40,000–$80,000+ (experienced surrogates may earn more), plus a $1,000 signing bonus.

Comprehensive Support

Conceptual Options provides personalized, step-by-step guidance throughout the surrogacy process, ensuring surrogates feel supported emotionally and logistically. This includes dedicated case managers who assist with medical, legal, and emotional needs, which is critical given the complex nature of surrogacy.

Focus on Surrogate Well-Being

The agency emphasizes the health and emotional well-being of surrogates, providing access to counseling, support groups, and medical professionals. This is especially important in the surrogacy industry, where emotional and physical care is paramount.

Trusted Experience

With over 25 years of experience in the surrogacy industry, Conceptual Options has a proven track record of successful matches between surrogates and intended parents. Their expertise in navigating surrogacy laws (especially in surrogate-friendly states like California) ensures a smooth, ethical process.

Why Choose Conceptual Options to Become a Surrogate?

At Conceptual Options, we believe surrogacy is more than a process—it’s a calling. Here’s why women across the United States choose us:

Ready to become a surrogate mother?

 Let’s explore how you can start today. Continue below to fill out our application or click the link below to learn more.

Becoming a surrogate for conceptual options

6 Steps to Becoming a Surrogate with Conceptual Options:

The process of becoming a surrogate with Conceptual Options involves six key steps, as outlined on their website and detailed in their surrogacy resources. These steps are designed to ensure that prospective surrogates are well-prepared, supported, and matched appropriately while prioritizing their health, emotional well-being, and the needs of intended parents.

Decide if Surrogacy is Right for You

Step #1

Reflect on your motivations and readiness to become a surrogate. This involves understanding the emotional, physical, and time commitments (typically 14-20+ months). Consider the pros, cons and review Conceptual Options’ surrogate requirements (e.g., age 21-42, previous healthy pregnancy, no smoking, BMI under 32, stable support system). Discuss with your family or support network to ensure their support.
Decide if Surrogacy is Right for You
Complete the Surrogate Application

Step #2

Submit an online application. This detailed form collects your medical, pregnancy, and personal history to confirm eligibility. Please provide accurate details about your health, prior pregnancies, and lifestyle. The Intake Team reviews your application to determine if you qualify as a “Super Surrogate” and guides you through any questions.
Complete the Surrogate Application
Schedule Your Intake and Consultation

Step #3

If your application is approved, you’ll schedule an intake call with Conceptual Options’ team. This step ensures you fully understand the surrogacy process, including legal, medical, and emotional aspects, and allows the agency to assess your needs and preferences. We will discuss your goals (e.g., preferred type of intended parents), and review the process timeline. The agency’s experienced staff provides a “five-star experience,” offering 24/7 availability and expertise in in-vitro fertilization (IVF), mental health, and legal guidance.
Schedule Your Intake and Consultation
Screening Process (Medical, Psychological, and Background Checks)

Step #4

Undergo comprehensive screening to confirm your physical, mental, and legal readiness to be a gestational surrogate. This step ensures a safe and healthy journey for you, the intended parents, and the child.

Complete a full medical exam, including OB-GYN evaluation, infectious disease screening, and reproductive health assessment by a fertility specialist. Your BMI must be under 32, and you must have a history of complication-free pregnancies.

Meet with a mental health professional to discuss your feelings about surrogacy and ability to handle emotional challenges, such as carrying a child you’re not genetically related to. Your spouse or partner may also be evaluated.

Background Checks: Both you and your spouse/partner undergo criminal and background checks to ensure a safe process.

The agency coordinates all screenings, provides clear explanations, and ensures you’re prepared for each step.
Screening Process (Medical, Psychological, and Background Checks)
Matching with Intended Parents

Step #5

Once approved as a “Super Surrogate,” you’ll be matched with intended parents based on shared goals, values, and preferences (e.g., location, family type, or level of contact post-birth). This is one of the most exciting steps, as it sets the foundation for a collaborative journey.
Matching with Intended Parents
Medical Process, Pregnancy, and Delivery

Step #6

After signing a legal surrogacy contract (drafted with an attorney specializing in reproductive law), you begin the medical process for gestational surrogacy, followed by pregnancy and delivery.

Medical Process: Undergo IVF at a fertility clinic, where an embryo (created from the intended parents’ or donors’ egg and sperm) is transferred to your uterus. Attend local monitoring appointments to ensure your body is ready.

Pregnancy: Receive routine prenatal care, with Conceptual Options coordinating with your OB-GYN. Confirm pregnancy via beta tests and ultrasound (around 6-7 weeks for heartbeat). Transition to your OB-GYN around 10-12 weeks.

Delivery: Deliver the baby, typically with the intended parents present, and hand over the child as per the legal agreement. Post-delivery, you enter postpartum recovery, with support from the agency.
Medical Process, Pregnancy, and Delivery

Surrogate Compensation:

What You'll
Earn

Wondering how much surrogates get paid? At Conceptual Options, we value your commitment. Here’s a breakdown:

$40,000–$60,000 for first-time surrogates; up to $80,000+ for experienced surrogates.
$1,000 upon approval for first time Surrogates. 
Reimbursement for travel, living expenses, and more.
Become a Surrogate
Becoming a Surrogate

Do You Qualify to Become a Surrogate?

To ensure a safe and successful journey, we have specific surrogate requirements:

  • Age 21–40
  • Healthy BMI
  • Prior healthy pregnancy and childbirth
  • Non-smoker, drug-free lifestyle
  • Stable living situation
  • No criminal history

Unsure if you meet the criteria? Reach out to our team—we’re here to help!

Why

SurrogacyMatters

As a surrogate, you’re giving the gift of family to those who can’t conceive on their own. Whether it’s a couple facing infertility or an LGBTQ+ family building their dream, your selflessness changes lives. At Conceptual Options, we celebrate your role with ongoing support and a vibrant surrogate community.

I want to be a surrogate

Ready to Apply?

Take the First Step

Becoming a surrogate with Conceptual Options is simple. Fill out the form below to start your application. Our Surrogate Intake Coordinators will reach out within 48 hours to guide you.

Join

Our Super SurrogateFamily Today

When you become a surrogate with Conceptual Options, you’re not just helping a family—you’re joining ours. From Texas to nationwide, our surrogates enjoy top-tier support, competitive pay, and the pride of making dreams come true. Apply now and start your surrogacy journey with a trusted leader since 1999.

Testimonials

What our Surrogates say

Surrogate Mom

I just completed my very first surrogacy with conceptual options and it was a great experience. It took me a while to get pregnant due to no fault of my own, but they were very supportive throughout my entire journey. I was always in contact with my case workers and the agency placed me with an amazing family who will always be a part of my life. I gave birth to their beautiful daughter in December and it was the most amazing experience for me. I would definitely recommend their agency and will probably be a surrogate again with them.

— A Conceptual Options Surrogate
surrogate referrals

Extremely professional and compassionate group! I had many questions about becoming a surrogate, something I've thought about doing for a while now. I met with Tina, who was very patient and answered all me questions. Everyone there has been extremely nice and have always guided me in the right direction. Would recommend to anyone! Great job guys!

— A Conceptual Options Surrogate

Learn
More about

We like to consider Surrogate Screening one of our top priorities at Conceptual Options. Not only do Surrogates have to pass through our tough Surrogate Requirements, but they will also talk with our in-house Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who will evaluate the potential Surrogate Mother and help determine whether Surrogacy is the right fit for them. One of our Client Relations Managers will also discuss what level of contact the potential Surrogate applicant is comfortable with, whether she is comfortable with carrying multiple babies or just one, and whether her goals align with yours as the Intended Parents.

When it comes to matching you with your potential Surrogate Mother we take into account all of these things, including levels of privacy wanted from all parties, and use our Surrogate Database and one of our expert Client Relations Managers to match you with someone who shares the same goals and preferences as you do. Remember, at this point in this process, no upfront costs have been paid. No costs are paid until you have been matched with your Surrogate, Egg Donor, Sperm Donor, Clinic, and Lawyer, and then a retainer for services is signed. No waiting lists and no up-front fees.

One of the fantastic services we provide is full-time 24/7 Surrogate support from our staff. This helps put both Parent’ and Surrogate’s minds at ease during the entire Surrogacy process. We understand the need for psychological support even after the Surrogate has finished our program. By staying in contact before, during, and after the Surrogacy process and keeping up with the mental health of all parties involved, we believe that we will create a more enjoyable and healthy experience for everyone. Let us help you begin your Path to Parenthood through Surrogacy with Conceptual Options.

FAQ

You start by filling out a short application, followed by a detailed screening process including in-person interviews, psychological evaluations, medical records review, infectious disease screening, and a criminal background check. Once approved, you’re matched with intended parents. The process is guided by the Surrogate Relations Team.

You must be 21–39 years old, have given birth to and be raising at least one child, have a BMI between 18–32, be a non-smoker and non-drug user, have a history of uncomplicated pregnancies, and no criminal history.

Gestational surrogacy involves carrying an embryo created via IVF with no genetic link to the surrogate. Traditional surrogacy, which Conceptual Options does not practice, involves the surrogate’s own eggs, making her the biological mother.

The process, including screening, matching, medical procedures, and pregnancy, typically takes 12–15 months.

Conceptual Options matches based on preferences like location, insurance, and personal goals. Redacted profiles are exchanged, followed by a video call. Both parties must agree before proceeding to medical screening.

We offer a community with events, monthly raffles, psychological support, group activities, and 24/7 agency availability for emergencies. A comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation are included.

Compensation varies based on the agreement with intended parents, covering expenses like medical costs, lost wages, and a base fee for commercial surrogacy. Specific amounts depend on factors like experience and location.  Base compensation varies between $60,000 – $80,000+.  Experienced surrogates can get much more.

Surrogacy involves legal and medical complexities. Working with an experienced agency like Conceptual Options minimizes risks by ensuring proper legal contracts, medical screenings, and expert guidance.

Yes, you can specify preferences for the type of intended parents (e.g., single, same-sex, or heterosexual couples) and review profiles to ensure a comfortable match.

Surrogates typically agree to up to three embryo transfers within a year. If unsuccessful, the agency facilitates rematching or further attempts based on the agreement.

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