How to become a surrogate in Canada? Requirements and qualifications
All you need to know about becoming a surrogate
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Do you want to know in detail what are the requirements and qualifications to become a surrogate?
Here’s what you need to know:
Age
Must be between 21 and 45 years of age
Citizenship
You must be a Canadian citizen/permanent resident
Biological child
This is an important requirement, as it guarantees that you are prepared to give life to a new baby
Medical history
When choosing the surrogate, the first thing we consider is the medical history, as this will minimize possible complications during the pregnancy
Previous pregnancies
We will check that your previous pregnancies have been normal and without complications. For this, it is essential to provide the necessary medical certificates and a detailed report indicating that you do not have any type of infectious or genetic disease
Criminal record
It will be verified that you have not had any altercation with the law
Drugs and alcohol
No drug/alcohol abuse for at least 3 years
Body Mass Index
Have a healthy BMI (every clinic has their own guidelines and will work within their requirements)
Cesarean section
Must have less than 4 cesarean births (any more than 1 cesarean can disqualify you from certain clinics )
Physical and mental health
Be in good physical and mental health
Non-smoker
Be a non-smoker or at least be prepared to abstain during pregnancy
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Assisted Human Reproduction (AHR)
Oak Surrogacy follows the canadian guidelines of AHR
FAQs about being a surrogate
Is being a surrogate worth it?
I myself have experienced first hand what it feels like to be a surrogate and I have already gone through 3 surrogacy journeys. It is a wonderful journey and it is hard to explain what it feels like to help other families to become parents (Tammy Ripley, CEO Oak Surrogacy)
What are the risks of being a surrogate?
The risks you may have are the same as those that can occur during pregnancy: miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy or other gynecological complications
Can any woman be a surrogate?
Not all women are eligible to become a surrogate. As we have already mentioned above, there are some requirements to be met
What do you need to do to be a surrogate?
If you want to become a surrogate and you think you meet the requirements, do not hesitate to contact us and we will explain in detail everything you have to do, step by step
Is being a surrogate legal in Canada?
Yes, it is totally legal
What disqualifies you from being a surrogate in Canada?
There are many requirements that could disqualify you, including your citizenship, age and medical history
If you want to become a surrogate, just fill out the application form and we will contact you or, just contact us to get more information.