WORDS FROM INTENDED PARENTS
Families Who Trusted Us With Theirs
There's no better way to understand the Kindred experience than through the voices of the families who've walked this journey.
The Surrogacy Timeline
Every surrogacy journey is unique, but you never have to wonder what's next. Here's what you can expect from your first conversation with Kindred through welcoming your baby home.
1. Consultation & Application
We start with a conversation about your questions, where you are in the process, and what you’re hoping for as you grow your family. Then, you’ll complete an intended parent application so we can begin getting to know you and finding the right match.
3. Finding Your Match
We look for compatibility, not just availability: communication styles, expectations, relationship preferences, and shared goals all matter. This is the stage that shapes everything after it, so we take the time to get it right.
5. Medical Screening
Your surrogate visits your IVF clinic for a comprehensive medical evaluation before treatment can begin. This includes a physical exam, required laboratory testing, including disease and drug screening, and any additional evaluations requested by your physician. Her partner, if applicable, also completes the necessary laboratory screening. Once your clinic has provided medical clearance, you’re ready to move into the legal phase.
7. IVF Cycle & Transfer
Your clinic coordinates medications, monitoring, and the embryo transfer. We stay in close contact throughout, helping keep communication clear so you always know where things stand and what comes next.
9. Delivery
The moment everything has been building toward. As delivery approaches, we help everyone feel prepared for the plan ahead and remain close by to support both you and your surrogate as you welcome your baby.
2. Screening & Clearance
Your surrogate completes a thorough screening process: a medical records review by the IVF clinic, background checks for the adults in her household, a home visit, and an insurance review, so that when matching begins, it begins on solid ground.
4. Match Meeting
You and your prospective surrogate meet with us guiding the conversation. Afterward, you’re each asked separately if you’d like to move forward, and both sides must say yes. Once matched, your surrogate and her partner complete a psychological evaluation.
6. Legal Phase
You and your surrogate each work with your own attorney to negotiate and sign the surrogacy agreement. Separate representation is standard and helps protect everyone’s interests, while making sure expectations, responsibilities, and important details are clearly understood.
8. Pregnancy
​Appointments, milestones, and plenty of updates along the way. Your case manager is there to help coordinate communication, attend appointments when it’s helpful, and make sure you feel informed and supported.
10. Continuing Support
Our relationship with your surrogate continues well past delivery, and so does yours with us. We’re here as you settle into life with your new baby and continue to support the meaningful connection your journey created.
A TRUE SURROGACY PARTNER
Why Families Choose Kindred
Surrogacy is deeply personal. The agency you choose should be, too. That's why Kindred is built around genuine relationships, thoughtful guidance, and support you can count on every step of the way.
Guided by Lived Experience.
Kindred was founded by a surrogate and an intended mother who experienced the journey firsthand. That perspective allows us to guide your family with empathy, honesty, and an understanding of what matters most.​
Intentional Matches. Real Connection.
We thoughtfully match intended parents and surrogates based on compatibility, communication, and expectations, because the strongest journeys begin with the right relationship.
Transparency You Can Trust.
Surrogacy comes with a lot of moving parts, but you should never feel left in the dark. We provide clear communication, honest guidance, and proactive support so you always know what to expect.
Ongoing Support Long After Delivery.
Your journey doesn't end the day your baby is born, and neither does our support. We're here to celebrate your growing family and remain a trusted resource long after delivery.
Frequently Asked by Intended Parents
We believe informed families feel more confident. Here are answers to a few of the questions intended parents ask us most often.
How long does the whole process take?
It varies with clinic schedules and timing, but a full surrogacy journey generally runs about 18 to 24 months from start to delivery.
Who can be an intended parent?
Same-sex couples, single parents, families with a medical need, intended parents outside the United States, and many more. If you want to grow your family, there's a path here.
How does matching actually work?
We consider values, personality, communication style, and expectations on both sides. We also ensure your prospective surrogate’s medical history meets your IVF clinic’s criteria before moving forward. You’ll review profiles and meet your prospective surrogate before either of you decides to move forward.
What kind of relationship will we have with our surrogate?
That's yours to shape together, and it's worth thinking about early. Surrogacy is an incredibly personal journey, and the strongest matches happen when everyone is open about the kind of relationship they hope to have. Some intended parents and surrogates stay in close touch, while others prefer a little more space. There's no single right approach, but at Kindred, we believe the journey works best when it's built on genuine connection, mutual respect, and open communication rather than simply treating it as a transaction.
What happens if a transfer doesn't work?
Sometimes transfers fail, and when they do, it isn’t anyone’s fault. We know that can be an emotional and disappointing moment for everyone involved. If the clinic considers it safe and everyone wants to continue, you can try again. Your contract will set out how many attempts are planned for.
Let's Grow Your Family Together.
Whether you're ready to begin your surrogacy journey or simply exploring your options, we're here to answer your questions, provide honest guidance, and help you take the next step with confidence.
Call 559-388-4479 or email hello@kindredsurrogacy.com