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Marysville & Yuba-Sutter · Founded by a Former Surrogate
Surrogacy in Marysvilleand the Yuba-Sutter Region
Third-party medical screening. 3–6 month matching. $65,000–$90,000+ surrogate compensation. Sacramento's closest surrogacy agency to Marysville.
Made in the USA Surrogacy, Sacramento-based, serving Marysville, Yuba City, and all of California.
“One of the most meaningful experiences of my life.”
— MUSA surrogate, Northern California
Marysville sits at the confluence of the Yuba and Feather rivers, a small city where people know their neighbors and community still means something tangible. It's also a place where surrogacy isn't talked about much—not because it doesn't happen here, but because no agency has ever shown up and said: we serve Marysville, and we mean it.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Sacramento, roughly 50 minutes south on Highway 70. We're the closest surrogacy agency to Marysville, and every surrogate in our program is a California resident. Our founder, Samantha Giermek, is a former surrogate who built this agency based on what she learned carrying a baby for another family: what surrogates actually need, what intended parents deserve to know, and how an agency should operate when a child's life is at the center of every decision.
Whether you're a woman in the Yuba-Sutter area considering becoming a surrogate or an intended parent searching for a surrogacy agency you can trust, this page is for you.
Local Resources
Why Marysville for Surrogacy
Marysville may not have the name recognition of Los Angeles or San Francisco, but it sits within California's legal framework—and that framework is the strongest in the country for surrogacy. The Yuba-Sutter area is served by local hospitals for obstetric care, with Sacramento fertility clinics a short drive south. California's surrogacy laws provide the strongest legal framework in the United States.
Medical Infrastructure
Fertility Clinics (Sacramento, ~50 min south)
IVF clinics in Sacramento provide embryo transfer and fertility services. Routine prenatal care and delivery can take place locally in the Yuba-Sutter area.
Adventist Health and Rideout Regional Medical Center
Local obstetric care with a network of OB/GYNs experienced in managing pregnancies in the Yuba-Sutter area.
Your MUSA team coordinates between your fertility clinic in Sacramento and your local OB/GYN so everything stays connected.
Proximity to Sacramento
Marysville's location means your surrogacy team, your agency, your legal professionals, and your fertility clinic are all within an hour. No cross-state logistics. No time zone complications.
California Legal Framework
Pre-birth parentage orders mean both parents are named on the birth certificate before the baby is born, regardless of genetic connection or marital status. No post-birth adoption. No waiting period. No legal ambiguity.
California Family Code Sections 7960–7962 make gestational surrogacy agreements fully enforceable. Both parties have independent legal representation.
California surrogacy laws protect intended parents regardless of marital status or genetic connection to the child.
Our Difference
What Makes MUSA Different for Marysville Families
Most surrogacy agencies describe their screening as “comprehensive” and leave it at that. We publish what comprehensive actually means. Because vague language doesn't protect anyone.
Third-Party
Medical Screening
Screening That Protects Everyone Involved
Every surrogate in our program completes a medical evaluation that goes beyond standard ASRM guidelines. An independent, third-party IVF nurse reviews the complete OB/GYN records for all of her pregnancies—not just the most recent one. She also undergoes psychological assessment by a licensed mental health professional, financial stability verification, background screening, and undisclosed nicotine testing.
Surrogates deserve an agency that takes the time to understand their full health picture. Intended parents deserve confidence. And the baby at the center of every journey deserves both.
California-Resident Surrogates
Every surrogate in our program lives in California. That means proximity to Sacramento fertility clinics, no cross-state legal coordination, and a surrogacy journey that stays within the strongest legal framework in the United States.
For Marysville-area surrogates, it means local support, familiar hospitals, and a team that understands California-specific insurance, legal, and medical systems.
100%
California-Based
3–6 Months
Avg. Match Time
Matching in 3–6 Months, Not 6–12+
Many agencies quote 6–12 months or longer for matching. Our matching timeline is typically 3–6 months. That's a function of our compensation ($65,000+ base attracts a deep applicant pool), our screening (thorough evaluation means we match with confidence), and our California-only focus.
Founded by a Former Surrogate
Samantha Giermek didn't study surrogacy from a boardroom. She carried a baby for another family, experienced every step of the process firsthand, and then built an agency based on what she learned: what worked, what didn't, and what surrogates actually need to feel supported. That experience informs how we screen, how we match, and how we support surrogates and families throughout the journey. Learn more about our story.
Since 2017
Surrogate-Founded
For Surrogates
Become a Surrogate in Marysville
If you've been thinking about surrogacy—maybe you've seen other surrogates share their stories online, or a friend in Yuba City mentioned it, or you've been quietly researching on your own for weeks—here's what you should know about working with MUSA as a Marysville-area surrogate.
Surrogate compensation: $65,000–$100,000+. First-time surrogates receive $65,000+ base. Experienced surrogates earn $70,000+. Additional support includes $8,000 for multiples, $350/month personal allowance, $1,500 embryo transfer bonus, $1,500 medical procedures bonus, $1,000 maternity clothing, and $2,000 housekeeping allowance.
Benefits of Becoming a Surrogate
Full health insurance coverage
All pregnancy-related medical care, paid by the intended parents.
Monthly allowances
Maternity clothing, housekeeping, and childcare during appointments.
Independent legal representation
Paid for by intended parents, to protect your rights throughout the process.
Dedicated case manager support
From application through postpartum, including coordination between your Sacramento fertility clinic and local OB/GYN.
The experience itself
Most MUSA surrogates describe it as one of the most meaningful experiences of their lives.
What the Process Looks Like
Application
Takes about 10 minutes online. You'll share basic health history and personal information.
Screening
Medical evaluation, psychological assessment, pregnancy history review, and background check. This isn't a gatekeeping exercise; it's how we make sure you're set up for a healthy, supported journey.
Matching
We introduce you to intended parents based on preferences, values, and what kind of relationship you're looking for during the journey. You have a say in who you carry for.
Legal
You'll work with your own independent attorney (paid for by the intended parents) to review and sign the surrogacy agreement. California law protects your rights at every stage.
Medical
Embryo transfer at your fertility clinic in Sacramento, followed by pregnancy confirmation and ongoing prenatal care with your local OB/GYN in the Yuba-Sutter area.
Pregnancy and delivery
Regular check-ins with your MUSA case manager, monthly support, and coordination with your medical team through delivery.
The entire journey takes roughly 12–14 months from matching to delivery. It's not easy. The injections are uncomfortable, the early weeks can be anxious, and the emotional weight is real. But most MUSA surrogates describe it as one of the most meaningful experiences of their lives.
For full details, visit our surrogate requirements page or see the complete compensation breakdown.
For Intended Parents
Find a Surrogate in Marysville
If you're an intended parent researching surrogacy in the Marysville area or anywhere in Northern California, here's what working with MUSA looks like—and why the agency you choose matters as much as the clinic.
Your fertility clinic manages the medical procedure. Your attorney handles the legal framework. But the agency is the thread that holds the entire journey together: screening surrogates, facilitating the match, managing communication, navigating complications, and supporting everyone through the process.
MUSA maintains a 99.3%–99.5% success rate because our screening goes beyond ASRM guidelines. We've seen what happens when agencies cut corners, and we built every step of our process to prevent it.
How the Process Works for Intended Parents
Free consultation
A free, no-pressure conversation about your situation, timeline, and questions. No commitment required.
Matching
We present surrogate profiles based on your preferences, location, and values. Typical match: 3–6 months.
Medical clearance
Your surrogate completes additional medical evaluation at your chosen fertility clinic.
Legal
Both parties work with independent attorneys to finalize the surrogacy agreement and file for a pre-birth parentage order.
Embryo transfer
Coordinated with your Sacramento-area fertility clinic.
Birth and parentage
Both parents named on the birth certificate. No adoption. No waiting period. Your baby, your family, from day one.
The total journey typically takes 18–24 months from your initial consultation to bringing your baby home. Our surrogacy process page walks through each phase in detail.
Investment
Marysville Surrogacy Costs
Total surrogacy investment in the Marysville area typically ranges from $160,000 to $250,000+, depending on your fertility clinic, legal needs, insurance situation, and surrogate compensation.
Total Estimated Investment
$160,000+
California's clear legal framework can simplify (and sometimes reduce) legal costs compared to states where surrogacy agreements face more scrutiny. And higher surrogate compensation isn't just an expense. It attracts more qualified candidates, which means better matches, fewer complications, and a smoother journey overall.
For a full breakdown, visit our detailed cost guide.
Northern California Coverage
Serving the Yuba-Sutter Region and Beyond
Marysville and Yuba City form the heart of the Yuba-Sutter metro area. MUSA serves surrogates and intended parents throughout this region.
Roseville
Placer County
Learn more about surrogacy in California across all the cities we serve.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does surrogacy cost in Marysville, California?
Total surrogacy costs in the Marysville area typically range from $160,000 to $250,000+. This includes surrogate compensation, agency fees, IVF and medical costs, legal fees, and insurance. The wide range depends on your fertility clinic, the number of embryo transfers needed, and your specific insurance situation. See our full detailed cost breakdown.
What are the requirements to become a surrogate in Marysville?
MUSA surrogates must be between 23 and 38 years old, have delivered at least one full-term pregnancy, be currently raising a child, maintain a healthy BMI, have no major pregnancy complications, be a non-smoker, and be a legal U.S. resident living in California. See our full surrogate requirements.
How long does the surrogacy process take?
From initial consultation to bringing your baby home, most surrogacy journeys take 18–24 months. Matching typically takes 3–6 months at MUSA, medical clearance and legal takes 2–3 months, and pregnancy is approximately 9 months.
Is there a surrogacy agency near Marysville?
MUSA is headquartered in Sacramento, approximately 50 minutes from Marysville. We are the closest surrogacy agency to the Yuba-Sutter area. Every surrogate in our program is a California resident, and our Sacramento location means your agency team is nearby for in-person meetings and support.
How much do surrogates earn in Marysville, California?
MUSA surrogates receive $65,000+ in base compensation for a first journey, with total compensation reaching $100,000+ when bonuses and allowances are included. Experienced surrogates start at $70,000+ base. All payments are managed through a dedicated escrow account. See our full compensation breakdown.
Is surrogacy legal in Marysville, California?
Yes. California has one of the most surrogacy-friendly legal frameworks in the United States. Gestational surrogacy agreements are fully enforceable under California Family Code Sections 7960–7962. Both intended parents are named on the birth certificate through a pre-birth parentage order. See our full California surrogacy laws.
Start Your Marysville Surrogacy Journey
Whether you're a woman in the Marysville or Yuba City area considering surrogacy for the first time, or an intended parent searching for an agency you can genuinely trust, the next step is the same. A conversation. No pressure, no pitch, just honest information about what this process really looks like.
For Surrogates
The application takes about 10 minutes. No commitment. It's the first step in finding out if surrogacy is right for you.
See If You QualifyFor Intended Parents
A free consultation is a conversation, not a sales call. We'll walk through your situation and answer your questions, even if next steps aren't with us.
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