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Surrogacy in Brentwoodand East Contra Costa
Third-party medical screening. 3–6 month matching. $65,000–$90,000+ surrogate compensation. What the research really looks like.
Made in the USA Surrogacy, Sacramento-based, serving Brentwood, East Contra Costa, and all of California.
“MUSA was the only agency that could explain their screening process and give us a realistic matching timeline.”
— Ryan and Jennifer W., intended parents, Brentwood
Brentwood is one of the fastest-growing communities in East Contra Costa County, with young families drawn to the area for its space, schools, and quality of life. For residents considering surrogacy, the area offers access to nearby fertility clinics in the Tri-Valley and delivery hospitals in Antioch with advanced NICU capabilities. What's harder to find is a surrogacy agency that will explain exactly how screening works and how long matching takes.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Sacramento. Every surrogate in our program lives in California, including surrogates in East Contra Costa and the broader East Bay. Our screening goes deeper than a requirements checklist. Our matching timeline is backed by data. And our founder, Samantha Giermek, built this agency from personal surrogacy experience.
Whether you're considering becoming a surrogate in Brentwood or you're intended parents evaluating agencies, here are the specifics most surrogacy agencies leave out.
Local Resources
Surrogacy in Brentwood and East Contra Costa
Brentwood sits in East Contra Costa County with access to Tri-Valley fertility clinics to the south and delivery hospitals in nearby Antioch. For gestational surrogacy, your fertility clinic handles the IVF cycle, embryo transfer, monitoring, and coordination with your OB through delivery. California's surrogacy laws provide the strongest legal framework in the United States.
Fertility Clinics Serving Brentwood
Reproductive Science Center (San Ramon)
State-of-the-art San Ramon facility specializing in third-party reproduction including gestational surrogacy.
Spring Fertility (Danville)
905 San Ramon Valley Blvd
Patient-centered care with consistently high success rates.
Collab Fertility (Walnut Creek/Lafayette)
State-of-the-art IVF laboratory with multiple East Bay locations.
Kaiser Permanente Centers for Reproductive Health (San Ramon/Antioch)
Fertility treatments including IVF at convenient East Bay locations.
Delivery Hospitals
Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center
5601 Deer Valley Rd, Antioch
Level III NICU. Named a Newsweek Best Hospital for Maternity Care.
Sutter Delta Medical Center (Antioch)
3901 Lone Tree Way, Antioch
Serving Brentwood, Oakley, and East Contra Costa for more than 40 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.
Brentwood families and surrogates benefit from California's strongest-in-the-nation legal protections plus access to Tri-Valley fertility clinics and East Contra Costa delivery hospitals. Learn more about California surrogacy laws.
Our Difference
Why Families and Surrogates in East Contra Costa Choose Us
Other agencies will describe their screening as “comprehensive” and their matching as “efficient.” Here's what we tell you that they don't.
Third-Party
Medical Screening
Screening That Most Agencies Won't Describe
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 do this 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 coordination. No conflicting legal frameworks. When your surrogate is a California resident with proximity to East Bay and Tri-Valley fertility clinics, the journey stays within the strongest surrogacy legal protections in the country.
For surrogates, it means local support from an agency rooted in Northern California.
100%
California-Based
3–6 Months
Avg. Match Time
Matching in 3–6 Months, Not 6–12+
The industry average for surrogate matching is 6–12 months. Some intended parents wait over a year. We typically match in 3–6 months because our surrogate compensation—$65,000+ base for first-time surrogates—attracts a deeper pool of qualified candidates.
More candidates means more potential matches and faster, better outcomes for everyone.
Founded by a Former Surrogate
Samantha Giermek became a surrogate before she built this agency. She knows what the process feels like from the inside, what support actually looks like versus what agencies claim, and what women need to know before they commit. That experience informs our screening, our case management, and the way we communicate. Read more about our story.
“We moved to Brentwood for the community and the space to raise our family. When we decided surrogacy was the right path, MUSA was the only agency that could explain their screening process and give us a realistic matching timeline. We were matched in under five months.”
— Ryan and Jennifer W., intended parents, Brentwood
Since 2017
Surrogate-Founded
For Surrogates
Become a Surrogate in Brentwood
If you're a woman in Brentwood or East Contra Costa thinking about surrogacy, you're weighing whether it's meaningful enough to give your body and your time, and whether the financial side reflects what the commitment actually requires. We don't ask you to pick one or the other. Both matter.
Surrogate compensation: $65,000–$90,000+. First-time surrogates start at $65,000+ base. Experienced surrogates start at $70,000+. Total compensation, including monthly allowances, milestone payments, and full coverage of pregnancy-related expenses, reaches $90,000 or more depending on your situation.
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.
Matching
We connect you with intended parents based on values, preferences, and compatibility.
Medical clearance
Your fertility clinic, often one of the Tri-Valley clinics above, confirms readiness for embryo transfer.
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 support from your case manager, from transfer through postpartum.
For full details, visit our surrogate requirements page or see the complete compensation breakdown.
For Intended Parents
Find a Surrogate in Brentwood
At Made in the USA Surrogacy, every surrogate has cleared comprehensive medical, psychological, and background screening before being presented to intended parents. We review complete OB/GYN records for every pregnancy, not abbreviated summaries. Our gestational surrogacy success rate is 99.3%–99.5%, and that reflects the depth of our screening process.
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.
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 receive independent legal counsel. Contracts are finalized before any medical procedures.
Embryo transfer and pregnancy
Coordinated with your fertility clinic, with ongoing support.
Birth and parentage
California's pre-birth parentage order means both parents are on the birth certificate before delivery.
The full journey from consultation to birth is typically 18–24 months. Our step-by-step surrogacy process page has the complete breakdown.
Investment
Brentwood 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+
For a full breakdown, visit our detailed cost guide.
East Bay Coverage
Serving East Contra Costa and Beyond
We serve families and surrogates throughout East Contra Costa, the East Bay, and all of California.
Oakley
East Contra Costa
Antioch
East Contra Costa
Learn more about surrogacy in California across all the cities we serve.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a surrogate in Brentwood?
Start with an application that takes about 10 minutes. 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. See our full surrogate requirements.
How much does surrogacy cost in Brentwood?
Total surrogacy costs typically start at $160,000 and can exceed $200,000 depending on medical needs. See our full full cost breakdown.
Are there surrogacy agencies in East Contra Costa County?
A small number of agencies operate in East Contra Costa. Made in the USA Surrogacy is Sacramento-based with surrogates throughout the East Bay, including Brentwood and surrounding communities.
How much do surrogates earn in Brentwood, California?
At Made in the USA Surrogacy, base compensation starts at $65,000+ for first-time surrogates and $70,000+ for experienced surrogates. Total compensation can reach $90,000 or more. See our full compensation details.
What hospitals near Brentwood handle surrogacy deliveries?
Brentwood residents have access to Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center (Level III NICU, Newsweek Best Hospital for Maternity Care) and Sutter Delta Medical Center in Antioch, which has served East Contra Costa communities for more than 40 years.
Start a Conversation
Whether you're exploring surrogacy for the first time or comparing agencies serving East Contra Costa, we'd rather answer your questions honestly than pitch you.
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.
Free ConsultationMade in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Sacramento, California. Founded by Samantha Giermek, a former surrogate. Serving families and surrogates throughout Brentwood, Oakley, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, Antioch, Pittsburg, and all of California.
