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Concord & Contra Costa County · Founded by a Former Surrogate
Surrogacy in Concordand Contra Costa County
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 Concord, Contra Costa County, and all of California.
“That transparency made all the difference.”
— David and Michelle R., intended parents, Contra Costa County
Concord is the largest city in Contra Costa County, positioned between the Walnut Creek medical corridor and the broader East Bay. Residents here have access to fertility clinics and maternity hospitals that rank among the best in Northern California. But finding a surrogacy agency that will explain what screening involves, how long matching takes, or which hospitals serve the area requires more searching than it should.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Sacramento. Every surrogate in our program lives in California, including surrogates in Contra Costa County and the 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 Concord or you're intended parents evaluating agencies, here are the specifics most surrogacy agencies leave out.
Local Resources
Surrogacy in Concord and Contra Costa County
Concord's proximity to Walnut Creek gives residents access to some of the strongest fertility and maternity infrastructure in the East Bay. 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 Concord & Contra Costa County
Collab Fertility (Walnut Creek)
2700 Ygnacio Valley Rd
State-of-the-art IVF laboratory with additional locations in Lafayette, Alamo, and Danville. Full surrogacy coordination services.
Kindbody East Bay (Walnut Creek)
1700 N. Main Street
Led by board-certified REI Dr. Geraldine Ekpo. IVF, egg freezing, and gestational surrogacy support.
Reproductive Science Center (Oakland)
Serves Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Nearly four decades of fertility care since 1983.
Kaiser Permanente Centers for Reproductive Health (Walnut Creek)
Fertility treatments including IVF at a convenient Walnut Creek location.
Delivery Hospitals
John Muir Medical Center (Walnut Creek)
554 beds. Level III NICU—the only Level III in Contra Costa County—with a Stanford Medicine Children's Health neonatology partnership. Nationally ranked OB/GYN program for 19 consecutive years.
John Muir Medical Center (Concord)
245 beds with high-risk obstetrics capabilities.
Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center
NICU and comprehensive maternity services.
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.
Contra Costa County families and surrogates benefit from California's strongest-in-the-nation legal protections plus access to excellent fertility clinics and delivery hospitals. Learn more about California surrogacy laws.
Our Difference
Why Families and Surrogates in Contra Costa County 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 Contra Costa County fertility clinics and hospitals, 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 live in Pleasant Hill and wanted an agency that understood Contra Costa County. MUSA walked us through their screening process in detail and matched us in four months. That transparency made all the difference.”
— David and Michelle R., intended parents, Contra Costa County
Since 2017
Surrogate-Founded
For Surrogates
Become a Surrogate in Concord
If you're a woman in Concord or Contra Costa County 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 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 Concord
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
Concord 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 & Contra Costa Coverage
Serving Contra Costa County and Beyond
We serve families and surrogates throughout Contra Costa County, the East Bay, and all of California.
Walnut Creek
Contra Costa County
Pleasant Hill
Contra Costa County
Martinez
Contra Costa County
Learn more about surrogacy in California across all the cities we serve.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a surrogate in Concord?
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 Concord?
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 Contra Costa County?
Most surrogacy agencies serving Contra Costa County are headquartered elsewhere. Made in the USA Surrogacy is Sacramento-based with surrogates throughout the East Bay, including Contra Costa County.
How much do surrogates earn in Concord, 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 fertility clinics near Concord work with surrogacy agencies?
Contra Costa County has strong fertility clinic options including Collab Fertility (Walnut Creek), Kindbody East Bay (Walnut Creek), Reproductive Science Center (Oakland), and Kaiser Permanente (Walnut Creek). These clinics coordinate with surrogacy agencies on IVF cycles and embryo transfers.
Start a Conversation
Whether you're exploring surrogacy for the first time or comparing agencies serving Contra Costa County, we'd rather answer your questions honestly than pitch you.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Sacramento, California. Founded by Samantha Giermek, a former surrogate. Serving families and surrogates throughout Concord, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Clayton, Pittsburg, Antioch, Bay Point, and all of California.
