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Surrogacy in Glendaleand the LA Metro
Third-party medical screening. 3–6 month matching. $65,000–$90,000+ surrogate compensation. Four fertility clinics and two Level III NICUs in Glendale.
Made in the USA Surrogacy, a California agency founded by a former surrogate, serving Glendale and the greater LA metro.
“No runaround, no vague promises. My case manager was there for every question.”
— Alyssa R., surrogate, Glendale
Glendale has four fertility clinics and two hospitals with Level III NICUs within its city limits, which is rare for a city of 196,000 people—and every surrogacy agency ranking for this ZIP code fails to mention a single one of them.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is a California surrogacy agency headquartered in Roseville, founded by Samantha Giermek, a former surrogate who built this agency from the experience of carrying for another family. We work with surrogates and intended parents throughout California, and Glendale's medical infrastructure makes it one of the strongest surrogacy-relevant cities in the LA metro.
Whether you're a woman in Glendale considering surrogacy or intended parents looking for an agency with real screening, real compensation numbers, and real timelines, this page has the specifics that other agencies leave out.
Local Resources
Surrogacy in Glendale, California
Glendale is the fourth-largest city in Los Angeles County, situated between Burbank, Pasadena, and downtown LA. For surrogacy, its defining advantage is medical density. California's surrogacy laws provide the strongest legal framework in the United States.
Fertility Clinics in Glendale
Care Fertility
500 E. Colorado St, Suite 400
Dr. Rudy Quintero, double board-certified in OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinology with a Stanford fellowship. On-site embryology lab and surgery center for IVF, surrogacy, and egg donation.
Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA)
1818 Verdugo Blvd, Suite 402
Dr. Vicken Sepilian, double board-certified REI. All physicians perform their own ultrasounds for continuity of care. IVF, surrogacy, egg freezing, and PGT.
Pacific Reproductive Center
116 E. Broadway, Suite 300
Established in 1996 with on-site IVF lab. IVF, ICSI, IUI, and surrogacy services across four Southern California locations.
Southern California Reproductive Center (SCRC)
240 S. Jackson St, Suite 109
Consultation office connected to full-service centers in Beverly Hills and Santa Barbara. Over 25 years of IVF experience.
Nearby clinics within 15 min: LA IVF (Pasadena), HRC Fertility (Pasadena), and RMA Southern California (Burbank).
Delivery Hospitals in Glendale
Adventist Health Glendale
1509 Wilson Terrace
515-bed tertiary care hospital with 14-bed Level III-B NICU, 30 private maternity rooms, 14 birthing suites. US News High Performing for Maternity Care. 17 consecutive Leapfrog “A” safety grades.
Glendale Memorial Hospital (Dignity Health)
1420 S. Central Ave
334-bed hospital with Level III NICU accepting transfers from across LA County. Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care. Family Birth Center with private birthing suites.
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.
Glendale gives you California's strongest-in-the-nation legal protections plus medical infrastructure that most cities can't match. Learn more about California surrogacy laws.
Our Difference
Why Families and Surrogates in Glendale Choose Us
The agencies currently ranking for “surrogacy agency Glendale” publish no compensation figures, no matching timelines, no screening specifics, and no named clinics. Here's what we publish because we can back it up.
Third-Party
Medical Screening
Screening That Feels Like an Investment, Not a Filter
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.
This process exists to protect everyone involved—surrogates, intended parents, and the baby. When we say screening is thorough, we can show you exactly what that means.
Every Surrogate Lives in California
No cross-state coordination. No conflicting legal frameworks. When your surrogate is a California resident, the journey stays within the strongest surrogacy legal protections in the country.
For surrogates in Glendale, it means working with an agency that understands the LA metro's medical landscape and has relationships with local fertility clinics.
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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 contacted three agencies before MUSA. Two couldn't tell us how long matching would take or what their screening actually involved. Samantha's team gave us real answers from the first call, and we were matched in under five months.”
— David and Maria L., intended parents
Since 2017
Surrogate-Founded
For Surrogates
Become a Surrogate in Glendale
If you're considering surrogacy, you're weighing two things at once: whether it's meaningful enough to commit your body and time to, and whether it's financially worth it. At Made in the USA Surrogacy, we don't ask you to choose. Both matter.
Surrogate compensation: $65,000–$90,000+. First-time surrogates start at $65,000+ base. Experienced surrogates start at $70,000+. That's significantly higher than what most agencies in the LA metro offer, and it reflects what surrogacy actually requires of you.
Benefits of Becoming a Surrogate
Full health insurance coverage
All pregnancy-related medical care, paid by the intended parents.
Monthly allowances
Maternity clothing, housekeeping, and childcare during appointments.
Independent legal representation
Paid for by intended parents, to protect your rights throughout the process.
Dedicated case manager support
From application through postpartum, including a direct line to someone who understands what you're going through.
The experience itself
Surrogacy is one of the most meaningful things you can do for another family, and the relationships built during the journey often last well beyond delivery.
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, whether Care Fertility, PFCLA, or another Glendale-area clinic, confirms you're ready for the transfer process.
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. Adventist Health Glendale and Glendale Memorial both have Level III NICUs and experienced maternity teams for delivery.
Surrogacy is physically demanding, emotionally complex, and not for everyone. We're upfront about that. But for the right person, it's one of the most significant things you can do—and it can provide real financial stability for your family along the way.
For full details, visit our surrogate requirements page or see the complete compensation breakdown.
For Intended Parents
Find a Surrogate in Glendale
For intended parents, choosing a surrogacy agency is one of the most consequential decisions in the process. You're trusting an organization to screen the person who will carry your child, manage the logistics of a year-long journey, and be available when things don't go as planned.
Glendale's concentration of fertility clinics means your surrogate's medical appointments, monitoring, and transfer cycles can happen close to home. And with two hospitals offering Level III NICU care, delivery planning has built-in safety margins.
Our program maintains a live birth success rate of 99.3%–99.5%, reflecting the thoroughness of our screening and the quality of our surrogate candidates.
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
Glendale 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+
California's clear legal framework can simplify, and in some cases reduce, legal costs compared to states where surrogacy law is less established. And higher surrogate compensation isn't just a cost; it attracts more qualified candidates, which can mean fewer complications and a smoother journey.
For a full breakdown, visit our detailed cost guide.
LA Metro Coverage
Serving the LA Metro and Beyond
We serve families and surrogates throughout Glendale, Los Angeles County, and all of California.
Learn more about surrogacy in California across all the cities we serve.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a surrogate in Glendale, California?
Start with a 10-minute application through Made in the USA Surrogacy. You’ll need to be 21–40 years old, have carried at least one pregnancy to term, have a healthy pregnancy history, be a non-smoker, and have a stable living situation. Our team walks you through every step from application through medical clearance. See our full surrogate requirements.
How much does surrogacy cost in Glendale?
Total surrogacy costs typically start at $160,000 and can exceed $200,000 depending on medical needs and the number of transfer cycles. This includes surrogate compensation, agency fees, IVF, legal fees, and insurance. Glendale’s access to multiple fertility clinics can provide flexibility in medical planning. See our full cost breakdown.
Are there surrogacy agencies serving Glendale?
Yes. Made in the USA Surrogacy serves Glendale and the greater LA metro. We’re a full-service California surrogacy agency founded by a former surrogate, working with both surrogates and intended parents throughout the state. Our surrogates are California residents, and Glendale’s four fertility clinics and two Level III NICUs make it one of the strongest surrogacy cities in the region.
How much do surrogates earn in Glendale, California?
At Made in the USA Surrogacy, base compensation starts at $65,000+ for first-time surrogates and $70,000+ for experienced surrogates, with total packages reaching $90,000 or more. See our full compensation details.
What fertility clinics in Glendale work with surrogacy agencies?
Glendale has four fertility clinics within city limits: Care Fertility (Dr. Rudy Quintero, Stanford fellowship), Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA), Pacific Reproductive Center, and Southern California Reproductive Center (SCRC). Nearby clinics in Pasadena and Burbank, including HRC Fertility and RMA Southern California, are within 15 minutes. Two hospitals—Adventist Health Glendale (Level III-B NICU) and Glendale Memorial (Level III NICU)—handle deliveries.
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“I drove past fertility clinics in Glendale for years before I ever thought about surrogacy. When I finally looked into it, MUSA was the only agency that told me exactly what the compensation was, what the screening involved, and how long the process would take. No runaround, no vague promises. My case manager was there for every appointment and every question.”
— Alyssa R., surrogate, Glendale
Whether you're exploring surrogacy for the first time or comparing agencies in the LA metro, 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, even if next steps aren't with us.
Free ConsultationMade in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Roseville, California. Founded by Samantha Giermek, a former surrogate. Serving families and surrogates throughout Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, La Canada Flintridge, Eagle Rock, Montrose, La Crescenta, Atwater Village, and all of California.
