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La Mirada & Southeast LA County · Founded by a Former Surrogate
Surrogacy in La Miradaand Southeast LA 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 La Mirada, Southeast Los Angeles County, and all of California.
“MUSA explained their screening, gave us a real timeline, and matched us in under five months.”
— Marcus and Diana F., intended parents, Southeast LA County
La Mirada sits at the border of Los Angeles County and Orange County, giving residents access to fertility clinics and maternity hospitals in both regions. But finding a surrogacy agency that will explain how screening works, publish a matching timeline, and tell you what surrogates actually earn takes more searching than it should.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Sacramento and serves families and surrogates throughout California, including Los Angeles and Orange County. Every surrogate in our program lives in California. 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 La Mirada or you're intended parents evaluating agencies, here are the specifics most surrogacy agencies leave out.
Local Resources
Surrogacy in La Mirada and Southeast LA County
La Mirada's position at the LA/OC border gives residents access to fertility clinics and hospitals in both counties. 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 La Mirada
HRC Fertility (Fullerton)
The closest major fertility clinic to La Mirada. Led by Dr. Daniel Potter with full IVF and surrogacy services. Part of the HRC network with locations across Southern California.
RMA Southern California (Downey)
Part of the national RMA network with IVF, egg freezing, and surrogacy support.
LA IVF Clinic
Board-certified REI Dr. Bayrak with more than 20 years of experience.
Reproductive Fertility Center
Locations in LA, Irvine, and Glendora.
HRC Fertility (Newport Beach)
Orange County access with deep surrogacy experience.
Delivery Hospitals
PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital (Whittier)
Level III NICU staffed 24 hours by neonatologists, nurses, and neonatal nurse practitioners. 24-hour parent visiting.
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
Private labor, delivery, and recovery rooms with full maternity services.
PIH Health Hospital (Downey)
Maternity services serving southeast Los Angeles County.
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.
La Mirada families and surrogates benefit from California's strongest-in-the-nation legal protections plus access to fertility clinics and delivery hospitals in both LA and Orange County. Learn more about California surrogacy laws.
Our Difference
Why Families and Surrogates in Southeast LA 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 access to both LA and OC 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 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 Cerritos and wanted a surrogacy agency that could walk us through the process without the sales pitch. MUSA explained their screening, gave us a real timeline, and matched us in under five months.”
— Marcus and Diana F., intended parents, Southeast LA County
Since 2017
Surrogate-Founded
For Surrogates
Become a Surrogate in La Mirada
If you're a woman in La Mirada or Southeast LA 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 La Mirada
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
La Mirada 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.
Southeast LA County Coverage
Serving La Mirada and Surrounding Communities
We serve families and surrogates throughout Southeast LA County, the LA/OC border, and all of California.
Whittier
Southeast LA County
Norwalk
Southeast LA County
Cerritos
LA/OC Border
Buena Park
North Orange County
Downey
Southeast LA County
Santa Fe Springs
Southeast LA County
Learn more about surrogacy in California across all the cities we serve.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a surrogate in La Mirada?
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 La Mirada?
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 near La Mirada?
Most surrogacy agencies serving the La Mirada area are based in Los Angeles or Orange County. Made in the USA Surrogacy serves all of California, including Southeast LA County and the LA/OC border communities.
How much do surrogates earn in La Mirada, 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 La Mirada work with surrogacy agencies?
La Mirada’s LA/OC border position gives residents access to clinics in both counties, including HRC Fertility (Fullerton), RMA Southern California (Downey), LA IVF Clinic, Reproductive Fertility Center (LA/Irvine), and HRC Fertility (Newport Beach).
Start a Conversation
Whether you're exploring surrogacy for the first time or comparing agencies serving Southeast LA 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 La Mirada, Whittier, Norwalk, Cerritos, Buena Park, Downey, Santa Fe Springs, and all of California.
