The
factors Surrogate Alternatives looks for when determining if a woman will be
an acceptable Surrogate for our program are as follows:
Must have given birth to at least one child and be raising
that child
Must be between the ages of 21-40 (if the Surrogate is
between the ages of 37-40 she must have delivered a child in the last 2
years, and be able to provide a physician's clearance)
Can not be receiving any government assistance
No serious medical problems during pregnancy or delivery
No pre-term deliveries before 36 weeks (unless in the event
of multiples)
Must be able to provide Surrogate Alternatives with previous
delivery records
Must be willing to undergo a psychological evaluation
No Abnormal pap within last 3 years
Must be willing to be Medically tested as well as the Surrogates
husband/partner
No criminal history of any kind
Must have a stable residence and not be planning to move
out of the county in which the Surrogate resides, from the time she submits
her application until after the delivery of the child(ren)