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Santa Rosa & Sonoma County · Founded by a Former Surrogate
Surrogacy in Santa Rosaand Sonoma County
Third-party medical screening. 3–6 month matching. $65,000–$90,000+ surrogate compensation. Real North Bay clinic details.
Made in the USA Surrogacy, serving Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, and the North Bay from our Northern California headquarters.
“The compensation was the highest I found, and the support was consistent from application through delivery.”
— Megan R., surrogate, Sonoma County
Santa Rosa is the largest city in the North Bay, the county seat of Sonoma County, and the healthcare hub for everything from Petaluma to Healdsburg. It also has fertility clinic infrastructure and hospital-level maternity care that most people outside Wine Country don't realize exists.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is a Northern California surrogacy agency headquartered in the Sacramento area, and we actively serve surrogates and intended parents throughout Santa Rosa and Sonoma County. If you've been searching for a surrogacy agency in California with real knowledge of your area, this page has the specifics that other agencies leave out.
We're transparent about the fact that our office is in the Sacramento area, not in Santa Rosa. But here's what we bring to every surrogacy journey in the North Bay: comprehensive screening, California-only surrogates, 3–6 month matching, and an agency founded by a former surrogate.
Local Resources
Surrogacy in Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa sits roughly 55 miles north of San Francisco, close enough to access Bay Area resources when needed, but with its own established network of fertility clinics and delivery hospitals. Three hospitals with Level III neonatal care in a single city is uncommon outside California's major metros. California's surrogacy laws provide the strongest legal framework in the United States.
Fertility Clinics Serving Santa Rosa
Advanced Fertility Associates Medical Group
4690 Hoen Ave, Santa Rosa
Full IVF, egg freezing, and surrogacy coordination. Works closely with donor agencies and is one of the only Santa Rosa clinics with explicit surrogacy experience. Also serves Kaiser patients and offers financial discount programs.
Lane Fertility Institute
2461 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa
Led by Dr. Danielle Lane, reproductive endocrinologist. Full IVF, genetic testing (PGT), and surrogacy services. Additional offices in San Francisco and Novato.
Marin Fertility Center
3452 Mendocino Ave, Ste A, Santa Rosa (satellite office)
Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and select monitoring hours. In-person consults, ultrasound monitoring, and diagnostic procedures.
Northern California Fertility Medical Center (NCFMC)
Sacramento-based with a dedicated Santa Rosa patient program
Five board-certified reproductive endocrinologists, open 365 days a year, established in 1992. One of the most comprehensive fertility centers in Northern California.
Delivery Hospitals in Santa Rosa
Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center
401 Bicentennial Way. Named a Newsweek “Best Maternity Hospital” four consecutive years. Only Sonoma County hospital with that recognition. CMS “Birthing-Friendly” designation. Certified nurse midwives, physicians, and nurses in-house 24/7.
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital
30 Mark West Springs Rd. Level III NICU capable of caring for premature infants born as young as 26 weeks. Spacious private rooms in the Birth Center with a High-Risk Infant Follow-up Clinic.
Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
1165 Montgomery Dr. Level III Intensive Care Nursery staffed by UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital neonatologists. Serving Sonoma County for over 80 years.
California Legal Framework
Pre-birth parentage orders mean both parents are on the birth certificate before the baby is born, regardless of marital status or genetic connection. No post-birth adoption. No waiting period. No uncertainty.
Santa Rosa families and surrogates benefit from California's strongest-in-the-nation legal protections. Learn more about California surrogacy laws.
Our Difference
Why Families and Surrogates in Santa Rosa Choose Us
Every agency page you visit will tell you they offer “comprehensive screening” and “great compensation.” Here's what we tell you that they won't.
Third-Party
Medical Screening
Comprehensive Screening, Not Shortcuts
Every surrogate in our program completes comprehensive medical evaluation including third-party IVF nurse review of complete OB/GYN records for all pregnancies—not just the most recent. Every candidate also undergoes psychological assessment, financial stability verification, background screening, and unannounced nicotine testing.
We invest in this process because the quality of the match matters to everyone involved—surrogates, intended parents, and the baby. A thorough process protects all three.
Every Surrogate Lives in California
No cross-state legal complications. No conflicting jurisdictions. Every surrogate in our program is a California resident, which means your journey stays within the strongest surrogacy legal framework in the country.
For surrogates in Santa Rosa and Sonoma County, it means working with an agency that understands Northern California and keeps support close.
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 typical timeline is 3–6 months. Our surrogate compensation—$65,000+ base for first-time surrogates—attracts a deeper pool of qualified candidates.
More qualified candidates means better matches, faster.
Founded by a Former Surrogate
Samantha Giermek became a surrogate before she built this agency. She knows what the process demands physically, emotionally, and logistically, because she lived it. That firsthand experience shapes how we screen, how we support, and how we communicate. Read more about our story.
“After months of getting nowhere with a different agency, we switched to Made in the USA and were matched within five months. The screening process was thorough in a way that actually made us feel more confident, not less. Samantha's team was responsive and honest throughout.”
— David and Karen L., intended parents
Since 2017
Surrogate-Founded
For Surrogates
Become a Surrogate in Santa Rosa
If you're a woman in Santa Rosa or Sonoma County considering surrogacy, you're probably weighing two things at once: whether this is something genuinely meaningful to you, and whether the compensation reflects what surrogacy actually requires of your body and your time. At Made in the USA Surrogacy, we don't ask you to choose between those. Both matter.
Surrogate compensation: $65,000–$90,000+. First-time surrogates start at $65,000+ base. Experienced surrogates start at $70,000+. Total compensation packages range from $65,000 to $90,000+. That reflects what surrogacy genuinely demands, and it's designed to provide real financial stability for your family.
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 a direct line to someone who understands what you're going through.
The experience itself
Surrogacy is one of the most meaningful things you can do for another family, and the relationships built during the journey often last well beyond delivery.
What the Process Looks Like
Application
Takes about 10 minutes. We review your basic qualifications and health history.
Screening
Medical records review by a third-party IVF nurse, psychological assessment, background check, and more. Our team guides you through every step so nothing feels like a surprise.
Matching
We connect you with intended parents based on shared values, preferences, and compatibility.
Medical clearance
Your fertility clinic confirms readiness for the transfer process. Santa Rosa's clinics, including Advanced Fertility Associates and Lane Fertility Institute, can handle monitoring locally.
Legal
Independent legal representation for you, paid for by the intended parents. Your rights and compensation are locked in before anything medical begins.
Pregnancy and delivery
Ongoing case manager support throughout. Santa Rosa's three hospitals with Level III NICUs mean you can deliver close to home with excellent care.
Surrogacy is physically demanding, emotionally complex, and not for everyone. We're honest about that upfront. But for the right person, it's one of the most significant things you can do—and our surrogates consistently describe it as life-changing in ways that go beyond compensation.
For full details, visit our surrogate requirements page or see the complete compensation breakdown.
For Intended Parents
Find a Surrogate in Santa Rosa
For intended parents, choosing a surrogacy agency is one of the most consequential decisions in the entire process. You're trusting an organization to screen the person who will carry your child, coordinate medical and legal logistics across months, and be available when plans shift.
Made in the USA Surrogacy works with intended parents throughout the North Bay. Our surrogates live in California, our screening goes deeper than the industry standard, and our journey completion rate is 99.3%–99.5%.
Our surrogates complete one of the most comprehensive screening processes in the industry. Combined with a 99.3%–99.5% success rate on embryo transfers with our surrogates, that screening translates to outcomes you can feel confident about.
How the Process Works for Intended Parents
Free consultation
A conversation about your goals, timeline, and questions. No pressure, no commitment.
Matching
We identify surrogate candidates aligned with your preferences, values, and medical needs. Typical timeline: 3–6 months.
Medical clearance
Your fertility clinic evaluates the surrogate's readiness for embryo transfer.
Legal agreements
Both parties get independent legal counsel. Contracts are finalized before any medical procedures begin.
Embryo transfer and pregnancy
Coordinated with your fertility clinic, with ongoing support from our team throughout.
Birth and parentage
California's pre-birth parentage order means both parents are on the birth certificate before delivery, regardless of marital status or genetic connection.
The full journey from consultation to birth is typically 18–24 months. Our step-by-step surrogacy process page has the complete breakdown.
Investment
Santa Rosa Surrogacy Costs
Total surrogacy investment typically starts at $160,000+, covering surrogate compensation, agency fees, IVF and medical expenses, legal fees, and insurance.
Total Estimated Investment
$160,000+
California's clear legal framework can simplify, and in some cases reduce, legal costs compared to states where surrogacy law is less established. Higher surrogate compensation isn't simply a cost line item—it attracts more qualified candidates, which can mean fewer complications and a smoother overall journey.
For a full breakdown, visit our detailed cost guide.
North Bay Coverage
Serving the North Bay and Beyond
Our agency serves surrogates and intended parents throughout Sonoma County and the greater North Bay.
Petaluma
Sonoma County
Rohnert Park
Sonoma County
Windsor
Sonoma County
Healdsburg
Sonoma County
Sebastopol
Sonoma County
Sonoma
Sonoma County
Cotati
Sonoma County
Cloverdale
Sonoma County
Based in the Sacramento area, working with families and surrogates throughout Northern California. Learn more about surrogacy in California across all the regions we serve.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is surrogacy legal in Santa Rosa, California?
Yes. California has the strongest surrogacy legal protections in the United States. Pre-birth parentage orders establish both intended parents on the birth certificate before delivery. There is no post-birth adoption required and no waiting period. Learn more about California surrogacy laws.
How much does surrogacy cost in Santa Rosa?
Total surrogacy costs typically start at $160,000 and can exceed $200,000 depending on medical needs and the number of transfer cycles required. This includes surrogate compensation, agency fees, IVF, legal fees, and insurance. Learn more about surrogacy cost breakdown.
How do I become a surrogate in Santa Rosa?
Start with an application, which takes about 10 minutes. General requirements include being 21–40 years old, having carried at least one pregnancy to term, having a healthy pregnancy history, being a non-smoker, and having a stable living situation. Learn more about surrogate requirements.
Are there fertility clinics in Santa Rosa that work with surrogacy agencies?
Yes. Santa Rosa has several fertility clinics with IVF and surrogacy capability, including Advanced Fertility Associates Medical Group on Hoen Ave, Lane Fertility Institute on Summerfield Rd, and Marin Fertility Center’s satellite office on Mendocino Ave. Northern California Fertility Medical Center (NCFMC) in Sacramento also actively serves Santa Rosa patients.
How much do surrogates earn in Santa Rosa, California?
At Made in the USA Surrogacy, base compensation starts at $65,000+ for first-time surrogates and $70,000+ for experienced surrogates, with total compensation packages ranging from $65,000 to $90,000+. Learn more about compensation details.
Start a Conversation
“I researched surrogacy for almost a year before I applied. What convinced me about Made in the USA was the honesty. They didn't oversell the experience, and they answered every question I had about the medical side, the legal side, and what my family could expect. The compensation was the highest I found, and the support was consistent from application through delivery.”
— Megan R., surrogate, Sonoma County
Whether you're exploring surrogacy for the first time or comparing agencies that serve the North Bay, we'd rather answer your questions honestly than pitch you on a decision you're not ready to make.
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, answer your questions, and help you understand next steps.
Free ConsultationMade in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Northern California. Founded by Samantha Giermek, a former surrogate. Serving families and surrogates throughout Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Windsor, Healdsburg, Sebastopol, Sonoma, Napa, and all of California.
