FAQs
Conceptual Options created the FAQ page on their website to provide clear, accessible information about egg donation and surrogacy, addressing common questions and concerns for intended parents, egg donors, and surrogates. The purpose is to educate and guide users through the complex processes of third-party reproduction, reduce stress, and clarify steps, requirements, and expectations. By offering detailed answers, the agency aims to build trust, ensure informed decision-making, and streamline the journey for all parties involved, aligning with their mission to support family-building with professionalism and care.
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How does the surrogacy process work?
The process typically includes finding a surrogate, medical and psychological screenings, legal agreements, IVF or insemination, pregnancy, and delivery, followed by legal steps to establish parentage.
Who can become a surrogate?
Surrogates are typically healthy women aged 21–40, who have had at least one successful pregnancy, are non-smokers, and pass medical and psychological evaluations. Pass background checks and be financially stable.
How much does surrogacy cost?
Surrogacy costs can range from $100,000 to $200,000, including agency fees, surrogate compensation, medical procedures, legal fees, and other expenses.
What is included in a surrogate’s compensation?
Compensation typically covers base payments, medical expenses, travel costs, maternity clothing, lost wages, and additional fees for multiples or cesarean delivery.
What is egg donation, and how does it work?
Egg donation is a fertility process where a woman (the egg donor) provides her eggs to help intended parents conceive a child through in vitro fertilization (IVF). The donor undergoes ovarian stimulation to produce multiple eggs, which are retrieved and fertilized with sperm in a lab. The resulting embryos are transferred to the intended mother or a gestational surrogate. This process helps individuals and couples build families when they cannot use their own eggs.
Who uses egg donation?
Egg donation is used by individuals or couples with infertility, genetic concerns, same-sex couples, or single parents unable to use their own eggs.
Who qualifies to be an egg donor?
Donors are typically women aged 21–30, in good health, with no major medical or genetic conditions, and who pass rigorous screenings.
What does the egg donation process involve?
The process includes applying, screening (medical, psychological, genetic), matching with intended parents, ovarian stimulation, and egg retrieval.
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How are surrogates matched with intended parents?
Conceptual Options match based on compatibility, preferences (e.g., location, values), and shared goals, often facilitating meetings to ensure a good fit.
Is surrogacy legal everywhere?
Surrogacy laws vary by country and state. Some regions fully support it, while others have restrictions or bans. Always consult local laws.
Do surrogates have legal rights to the child?
In gestational surrogacy, surrogates typically have no legal rights to the child, as contracts establish the intended parents as the legal guardians.
What is a surrogacy contract?
A surrogacy contract is a legal agreement outlining the rights, responsibilities, and expectations of the surrogate and intended parents, including compensation and medical decisions.
Is egg donation anonymous or open?
It can be anonymous, semi-open (limited contact), or open (ongoing communication), based on mutual agreement between donor and intended parents.
What are the eligibility criteria for egg donors?
Donors must be non-smokers, have a healthy BMI, no history of substance abuse, and a stable medical and psychological background.
How are egg donors screened?
Screening involves physical exams, blood tests, genetic screening, psychological assessments, and background checks to ensure suitability.
How long does an egg donation cycle take?
A full cycle, from application to retrieval, typically takes 2–4 months, with the medical phase lasting about 2–3 weeks.
How long does the surrogacy process take?
The process can take 12–24 months, including matching, medical procedures, pregnancy, and legal steps.
How are surrogates screened?
Surrogates undergo medical exams, psychological evaluations, background checks, and lifestyle assessments to ensure they are fit for surrogacy.
Can international intended parents pursue surrogacy?
Yes, but international surrogacy involves additional legal, travel, and citizenship considerations, varying by country.
Do surrogates receive emotional support?
YEs, we have an in-house psychological support system led by our licensed therapist. We have mointhly support groups and parties.
What is the egg retrieval procedure like?
Egg retrieval is a minimally invasive procedure under sedation, where a needle retrieves eggs from the ovaries via ultrasound guidance.
Are there health risks for egg donors?
Rare risks include ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), bleeding, or infection. Medical monitoring helps minimize these risks.
How much compensation do egg donors receive?
Donors typically receive $5,000–$12,000 per cycle, covering time, effort, and medical procedures, though amounts vary by agency. There are many circumstances where Intended Parents will provide much more compensation as well.
Do egg donors retain any rights to the child?
No, donors sign legal agreements relinquishing all rights to the eggs and any resulting children before the process begins.
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