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Oxnard & Ventura County · Founded by a Former Surrogate
Surrogacy in OxnardVentura County's Best-Kept Secret
Third-party medical screening. 3–6 month matching. $65,000–$90,000+ surrogate compensation. Ventura County's only Level III NICU.
Made in the USA Surrogacy, Sacramento-based, serving Oxnard, Ventura County, and all of California.
“The compensation was significantly higher than anywhere else I looked, and they didn't sugarcoat anything.”
— Marisol D., surrogate, Ventura County
Oxnard is the largest city in Ventura County, home to over 200,000 people, and it has essentially zero surrogacy agency competition. If you've landed on this page, you're probably the first person in your search results to find real specifics about what surrogacy looks like in this part of California.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in Sacramento, not Oxnard. We're transparent about that. What matters is that every surrogate in our program lives in California, our screening goes deeper than a requirements checklist, and our founder, Samantha Giermek, became a surrogate herself before she built this agency. We publish what most agencies won't: how long matching takes, what screening actually involves, and exactly what compensation looks like.
Whether you're a woman in Ventura County considering surrogacy or intended parents looking for an agency with access to Oxnard's medical infrastructure—including the only Level III NICU in the county—this page has the specifics that other surrogacy agencies leave out.
Local Resources
Surrogacy in Oxnard, California
Oxnard sits at the heart of Ventura County with something no other city in the county can claim: a Level III NICU. For surrogacy, medical infrastructure matters as much as legal protections, and Oxnard has both. California's surrogacy laws provide the strongest legal framework in the United States.
Fertility Clinics Serving Oxnard
Southern California Reproductive Center (SCRC) Ventura
2755 Loma Vista Rd, approximately 15 minutes from Oxnard. Full IVF laboratory on site, experienced with gestational surrogacy cases. One of the closest high-quality fertility options for Ventura County.
HRC Fertility Westlake Village
Well-established fertility center offering IVF, PGD, surrogacy coordination, and egg donation. About 30 minutes from Oxnard, with deep experience in third-party reproduction.
Rassetti Gynecology Oxnard
Located in Oxnard, offering fertility evaluations and initial reproductive assessments. Contact: 805-468-4886. A good starting point for local women exploring their options.
Proximity to Los Angeles fertility clinics, roughly an hour south, also opens access to some of the most established reproductive endocrinology practices in the country.
Delivery Hospitals
St. John's Regional Medical Center, Oxnard
Dignity Health, 365 beds, founded in 1912. Home to the only Level III NICU in Ventura County, with 20 private suites and a dedicated Family Birth Center. Can care for critically ill newborns and premature infants born as early as 28 weeks.
St. John's Pleasant Valley Hospital, Camarillo
155 beds with family-centered maternity care. A solid option for uncomplicated deliveries close to home.
Community Memorial Hospital, Ventura
Located at 147 N Brent St in Ventura. Full maternity services serving the broader Ventura County area.
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.
Oxnard families and surrogates benefit from California's strongest-in-the-nation legal protections. Learn more about California surrogacy laws.
Our Difference
Why Families and Surrogates in Oxnard Choose Us
Most agencies with a “Ventura County” page don't actually know Ventura County. They don't know that St. John's Regional has the county's only Level III NICU, or that SCRC Ventura is 15 minutes away with a full IVF lab. We do the research because the details matter.
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 Oxnard and Ventura County, it means working with an agency rooted in California that understands the local medical landscape.
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.
“I was looking for an agency that would be honest with me about what to expect. From the first conversation, they didn't sugarcoat anything—the timeline, the medical side, the emotional parts. That honesty is what made me trust them. And the compensation was significantly higher than anywhere else I looked.”
— Marisol D., surrogate, Ventura County
Since 2017
Surrogate-Founded
For Surrogates
Become a Surrogate in Oxnard
If you're a woman in Oxnard or Ventura 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.
Benefits of Becoming a Surrogate
Full Health Insurance
Complete coverage for all pregnancy-related medical care, paid by the intended parents.
Monthly Allowances
Maternity clothing, housekeeping, and childcare during appointments.
Independent Legal Counsel
Your own attorney, paid for by intended parents, to protect your rights throughout the process.
Dedicated Case Manager
From application through postpartum, including a direct line to someone who understands what you're going through.
Meaningful Experience
One of the most significant things you can do for another family. Relationships built during the journey often last well beyond delivery.
Level III NICU Access
St. John's Regional Medical Center in Oxnard has the highest level of neonatal care in Ventura County.
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. With St. John's Regional and its Level III NICU right in Oxnard, you have access to the highest level of neonatal care in Ventura County.
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 Oxnard
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.
Oxnard offers something unique for intended parents: the only Level III NICU in Ventura County, located at St. John's Regional Medical Center. If your surrogate delivers in Oxnard, the highest level of neonatal intensive care is available on site—not a transfer away.
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
Oxnard 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+
Ventura County's cost of living sits between Los Angeles and the Central Valley. For surrogates, the $65,000–$90,000+ compensation goes further here than in LA or the Bay Area. For a full breakdown, visit our detailed cost guide.
Ventura County Coverage
Communities We Serve in Ventura County
We serve families and surrogates throughout Ventura County and the surrounding region.
Oxnard
Ventura County's largest city, only Level III NICU in the county
Ventura
County seat, Community Memorial Hospital
Camarillo
St. John's Pleasant Valley Hospital
Thousand Oaks
Close to HRC Fertility Westlake Village
Simi Valley
Eastern Ventura County
Moorpark
Central Ventura County location
Port Hueneme
Adjacent to Oxnard, same medical facilities
Learn more about surrogacy in California across all the cities we serve.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is surrogacy legal in Oxnard, California?
Yes. California has the strongest surrogacy legal protections in the United States. Pre-birth parentage orders establish both parents 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. See our full California surrogacy laws.
How much do surrogates make in Oxnard, 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, including monthly allowances, milestone payments, and pregnancy-related expense coverage. See our full compensation details.
Are there fertility clinics near Oxnard that work with surrogacy agencies?
Yes. SCRC Ventura is approximately 15 minutes from Oxnard with a full IVF laboratory on site. HRC Fertility Westlake Village, about 30 minutes away, offers IVF, PGD, and surrogacy coordination. Rassetti Gynecology in Oxnard provides fertility evaluations locally. LA-area clinics are roughly an hour south.
What hospitals in Oxnard handle surrogacy deliveries?
St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Oxnard is the primary delivery hospital for surrogates in Ventura County. It has 365 beds, a Family Birth Center, and the only Level III NICU in Ventura County with 20 private suites. St. John’s Pleasant Valley Hospital in Camarillo and Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura are also options.
How do I become a surrogate in Oxnard?
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.
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“I didn't think an agency based in Sacramento could really support me down here in Ventura County. But my case manager was available whenever I needed her, walked me through the whole screening process, and made sure I understood every step before we moved forward. The compensation was better than anywhere else I researched, and what I was able to do for my intended parents—I'd do it again in a heartbeat.”
— Andrea T., surrogate, Ventura County
Whether you're exploring surrogacy for the first time or comparing agencies that serve Oxnard and Ventura County, 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 Oxnard, Ventura County, and all of California.
