2026 U.S. Surrogacy Trends and Transparency Report by Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute

2026 U.S. Surrogacy Trends: Costs, Compensation, Screening and Transparency

Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI) helps intended parents coordinate U.S. surrogacy and egg donation journeys. This report brings together published national data, professional guidance and EDSI’s coordination perspective to help families evaluate surrogate screening,

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Do You Need a Surrogacy Agency if You Already Have a Fertility Clinic?

Compare the published surrogacy requirements of 11 fertility programs and learn how EDSI handles surrogate qualification, matching and journey coordination.

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Surrogates

5 Tips On How To Forge A Connection With A Gestational Surrogate

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International Intended Parents

International Surrogacy In The United States – What You Need To Know

International intended parents planning U.S. surrogacy costs and legal coordination

US Surrogacy

U.S. Surrogacy Costs and Legal Planning for International Parents

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San Diego Surrogacy

Best San Diego Surrogacy Company: Why Families Choose EDSI to Start a Family

California surrogacy laws for international parents explained

California Surrogacy

Why California Is the Best State for International Surrogacy: Legal Advantages Explained

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Become a parent

Fertility Preservation for Cancer Patients with EDSI Support Through Oncofertility and Surrogacy

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Become a parent

Can HIV-Positive Men Become Fathers Through IVF and Surrogacy?

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LGBTQ Surrogacy

Quick Answer: LGBTQ Surrogacy with Frozen Embryos

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Become a parent

Matching with an Arizona Surrogate: What Intended Parents Should Know

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Surrogacy Process

The Real Criteria That Shape the Surrogate Matching Timeline

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surrogate matching timeline

How Surrogate Availability Affects Matching Time

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Ethical Surrogacy

Ethical International Surrogacy: Why Families Trust the United States and What the Dr. Phil Debate Got Wrong

An Egg Donor Story: The Truth Behind Egg Donation

Breaking Down Hollywood’s Depiction of Using A Surrogate

LGBT Surrogacy: What Your Timeline Will Look Like

Intended parents standing behind surrogate pregnancy belly during surrogacy journey in San Diego

US Surrogacy

What To Look For In A US Surrogacy Agency

Choosing a Surrogate In CA: Considerations for Intended Parents

Becoming A Parent Through Surrogacy: What To Know

How Do I Find A Surrogate Mother In CA?

Top 3 Things to Know Before Working With A Surrogate

How Surrogacy long does it take to match with a surrogate in California

Surrogacy Timeline

How Long Does It Take to Match with a Surrogate In California?

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US Surrogacy

Parham Zar Addresses Global Concerns About U.S. Citizenship and Surrogacy Law

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Become A Surrogate

What Happens After a Surrogate Gives Birth? Hormones, Emotions, and Postpartum Support

Surrogacy insurance coverage explained for intended parents and surrogates

surrogacy cost and planning

How Insurance Affects Surrogacy Cost

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surrogacy guide

The U.S. Surrogacy Industry Outlook: Trends, Statistics, Costs, and Laws

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Surrogacy Process

The Surrogacy Process In California Explained

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Surrogacy Requirements

Surrogacy Requirements In California: Explained

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Employer Fertility Benefits

Surrogacy and Employer Fertility Benefits: How Coverage, Costs, and Claims Work