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Surrogacy Agencyin Woodland, CA
Third-party medical screening. 3–6 month matching. $65,000–$90,000+ surrogate compensation. Our closest community outside Sacramento.
Made in the USA Surrogacy, serving Woodland and Yolo County from our office approximately 20 minutes away in the Sacramento metro.
“Matched in four months after a year elsewhere.”
— Rebecca T., intended parent
Woodland is the Yolo County seat, a farming community of roughly 60,000 people, and it's about 20 minutes from our headquarters. That makes it the closest community outside Sacramento that we serve—and the kind of proximity that changes what “local agency” actually means.
Made in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in the Sacramento metro, and Woodland is our backyard. Our founder, Samantha Giermek, is a former surrogate who built this agency from personal experience, not a franchise model or a remote operation managing your journey from across the state. Every surrogate in our program lives in California. Our screening process goes deeper than what most agencies are willing to describe publicly. And our typical match happens in 3–6 months, not the 6–12+ months that's become the industry norm.
Whether you're a Woodland woman considering surrogacy or intended parents looking for an agency close enough to sit across a table from, this page covers the specifics. Real compensation numbers. The actual clinics and hospitals involved. A screening process built to protect everyone. And a team that's genuinely nearby, not “nearby” with an asterisk.
Local Resources
Surrogacy in Woodland, California
Woodland sits at the heart of Yolo County, just west of Sacramento along Interstate 5. It's a tight-knit agricultural community with deep roots, and it's positioned within easy reach of Sacramento's full network of fertility clinics and delivery hospitals.
Fertility Clinics Serving Woodland
California IVF Fertility Center
Sacramento · Davis location ~10 min from Woodland
Sacramento-based with a Davis location that directly serves Woodland, Dixon, and the broader Yolo County area. Led by Dr. Ernest Zeringue, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist, offering full IVF, egg donation, genetic screening, and surrogacy coordination. The Davis office is the closest fertility clinic to home.
Northern California Fertility Medical Center (NCFMC)
Sacramento · Est. 1992
One of the most experienced fertility practices in Northern California with five board-certified reproductive endocrinologists, offering comprehensive IVF, egg donation, and surrogacy services.
Kaiser Permanente Centers for Reproductive Health
Sacramento
IVF and fertility preservation within the Kaiser system, serving families across Yolo and Sacramento counties.
Delivery Hospitals
Woodland Memorial Hospital (Dignity Health)
Cottonwood Street, Woodland
Your local Dignity Health hospital with a Family Birth Center offering personalized maternity care and doula services. Important: no on-site NICU—transfers go to Dignity Health sister hospitals in the Sacramento region when needed.
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
Carmichael · ~25 min from Woodland
Level III NICU, the closest advanced neonatal intensive care unit to Woodland. Equipped for premature or medically complex deliveries with 24-hour neonatologist staffing.
Sutter Medical Center Sacramento
~25 min from Woodland
Level IV NICU, the highest designation in the country. U.S. News & World Report Top Maternity Hospital with 24-hour neonatologist care. Available for the highest-acuity deliveries.
California Legal Framework
California has the strongest surrogacy legal framework in the country—pre-birth parentage orders, no post-birth adoption, and full legal protections for all intended parents regardless of marital status or genetic connection.
Woodland residents benefit from all of that plus proximity to an agency that's genuinely local, not a page on a website, but an office 20 minutes down the road. Learn more about surrogacy in California.
Our Difference
Why Families and Surrogates Choose Us
Woodland has zero local surrogacy agencies. The agencies that create city pages for Woodland are typically headquartered in Los Angeles, San Diego, or out of state entirely. We're headquartered about 20 minutes away. That's not a technicality—it's a fundamentally different experience.
Third-Party
Medical Screening
Screening That Protects Everyone
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. Beyond medical records, every candidate 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 legal complications. No conflicting regulations. No ambiguity about which legal framework applies. When your surrogate is a California resident, the entire journey stays within the strongest legal protections in the country.
For surrogates in Woodland, it also means a local agency with a team you can meet face to face, without even getting on the freeway for long.
100%
California-Based
3–6 Months
Avg. Match Time
Matching in 3–6 Months, Not 6–12+
Many agencies quote 6–12 months or longer for matching. We typically match families 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. More matches means faster, better outcomes for everyone.
Founded by a Former Surrogate
Samantha Giermek became a surrogate before she started this agency. She understands the process from the inside: what support actually looks like versus what agencies claim it looks like, what questions keep you up at night, what matters when you're in the middle of it and not just reading about it on a website. That experience shapes everything from how we screen to how we communicate.
Learn more about our story.
“We had been with another agency for over a year without a match. Samantha's team matched us in four months. The screening gave us confidence we hadn't felt before, and the communication was completely different from what we'd experienced.”
— Rebecca T., intended parent
Since 2017
Surrogate-Founded
For Surrogates
Become a Surrogate in Woodland
If you're a Woodland woman considering surrogacy, you're probably weighing two things at once: whether it's meaningful enough to commit your body and your 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 ranges from $65,000 to $90,000+, depending on experience and individual journey factors. First-time surrogates start at $65,000+ base, experienced surrogates at $70,000+ base, with additional allowances throughout the process. That reflects what surrogacy actually requires of you—not what agencies think they can get away with offering.
Living in Woodland means your agency is about 20 minutes away, closer than most people's commute. California IVF's Davis location is roughly 10 minutes from home. And when it comes to screening appointments, medical clearance, or just needing to talk to someone in person, the distance between you and your team is measured in minutes, not hours.
What the Process Looks Like
Application
Takes about 10 minutes. We review your basic qualifications and health history.
Screening
Medical records review, psychological assessment, background check. Our team walks you through every step—this isn't a gauntlet, it's an investment in making sure you're set up for a safe, supported journey.
Matching
We connect you with intended parents based on values, preferences, and compatibility—not just who's next in line.
Medical clearance
Your fertility clinic—whether California IVF in Davis, NCFMC in Sacramento, or another provider—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 formalized before anything medical begins.
Pregnancy and delivery
Ongoing support from your case manager throughout. Woodland Memorial Hospital's Family Birth Center handles most deliveries locally, with Mercy San Juan (Level III NICU) and Sutter Medical Center Sacramento (Level IV NICU) available when advanced neonatal care is needed.
Surrogacy is physically demanding, emotionally complex, and not for everyone. We're honest about that upfront. But for the right person, it's one of the most significant things you can do—and it provides real financial stability for your family while you do it.
For full details, visit our surrogate requirements page or see the complete compensation breakdown.
For Intended Parents
Find a Surrogate in Woodland
For intended parents, choosing a surrogacy agency is one of the highest-stakes decisions in the process. You're trusting an organization to screen the person who will carry your child, manage the logistics of a journey that spans more than a year, and be available when things don't go as planned.
At Made in the USA Surrogacy, our headquarters is approximately 20 minutes from Woodland. Our team is accessible in person, not behind a call center or a months-long email queue. When you're navigating a process that demands real communication, that proximity matters.
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
Free consultation
A conversation about your goals, timeline, and questions. No pressure, no commitment.
Matching
We identify surrogate candidates who align 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 begin.
Embryo transfer and pregnancy
Coordinated with your fertility clinic—whether California IVF (with their convenient Davis location), NCFMC, or another provider—with ongoing support from our team.
Birth and parentage
California's pre-birth parentage order means both parents are on the birth certificate before delivery. No post-birth adoption. No legal ambiguity.
The full journey from consultation to birth is typically 18–24 months. Our step-by-step surrogacy process page has the complete breakdown.
Investment
Woodland Surrogacy Costs
Total surrogacy investment typically starts at $160,000+, including surrogate compensation, agency fees, IVF and medical expenses, legal fees, and insurance.
Total Estimated Investment
$160,000+
Woodland and Yolo County families benefit from a lower cost of living compared to the Bay Area or Southern California metros, and California's clear legal framework can simplify—and in some cases reduce—legal costs compared to states where surrogacy law is less defined.
Higher surrogate compensation isn't just a line item. It attracts more qualified candidates, which means better matches, fewer complications, and a smoother journey from start to finish. For a detailed breakdown, visit our full surrogacy cost guide.
Our Reach
Communities We Serve
Our Sacramento-area office serves families and surrogates throughout Yolo County and the surrounding region.
Davis
~25 min
West Sacramento
~20 min
Winters
~35 min
Esparto
~40 min
Knights Landing
~35 min
Learn more about surrogacy in California across all the cities we serve.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is surrogacy legal in Woodland, California?
Yes. California has the most protective surrogacy laws in the United States, codified under Family Code sections 7960–7962. Pre-birth parentage orders mean both intended parents are on the birth certificate before the baby is born—no post-birth adoption, no waiting period. These protections apply to all intended parents regardless of marital status or genetic connection. See our full California surrogacy laws.
How much does surrogacy cost in Woodland?
Total surrogacy costs typically start at $160,000 and can exceed $200,000 depending on the number of IVF transfer cycles, medical needs, and insurance situation. This includes surrogate compensation, agency fees, IVF, legal representation, and related expenses. See our full detailed cost breakdown.
How do I become a surrogate in Woodland?
You can start an application with Made in the USA Surrogacy—it takes about 10 minutes. General requirements include being 21–40, having carried at least one pregnancy to term, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and living in a stable environment. Our team walks you through every step after you apply. See our full surrogate requirements.
Are there fertility clinics near Woodland that work with surrogacy agencies?
Yes. California IVF Fertility Center has a Davis location approximately 10 minutes from Woodland, led by Dr. Ernest Zeringue, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist. Northern California Fertility Medical Center (NCFMC) and Kaiser Permanente Centers for Reproductive Health are both in Sacramento, roughly 20–25 minutes away. For deliveries, Woodland Memorial Hospital handles most births locally, with Mercy San Juan Medical Center (Level III NICU) and Sutter Medical Center Sacramento (Level IV NICU) available for higher-acuity needs.
How much do surrogates earn in Woodland, California?
At Made in the USA Surrogacy, surrogate compensation ranges from $65,000 to $90,000+, with first-time surrogates starting at $65,000+ base and experienced surrogates at $70,000+ base. Additional allowances cover maternity clothing, travel, childcare during appointments, and other journey-related expenses. See our full compensation details.
Start a Conversation
“Having an agency that's actually nearby—not somewhere across the state—made the difference. My case manager was available whenever I had questions, and I never felt like just a number. The whole experience was more personal than I expected.”
— Local surrogate, Yolo County
Whether you're just starting to explore surrogacy or comparing agencies you've already spoken with, we'd rather give you honest answers than pressure you into a decision you're not ready for. And if it helps to know: our office is about 20 minutes from Woodland. This isn't a long-distance relationship.
For Surrogates
The application takes about 10 minutes. There's 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, answer your questions, and help you figure out next steps—even if those steps aren't with us.
Free ConsultationMade in the USA Surrogacy is headquartered in the Sacramento metropolitan area at 970 Reserve Dr, Ste 100, Roseville, CA 95678. Founded by Samantha Giermek, a former surrogate. Serving families and surrogates throughout Woodland, Davis, West Sacramento, Winters, Esparto, Knights Landing, and all of California.
