Timeline of a Surrogacy Journey: From Match to Birth
A step-by-step timeline of a typical US gestational surrogacy journey, from agency selection through post-birth parentage. Includes typical durations, milestones, and decision points.
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This timeline reflects a typical US gestational surrogacy journey with an agency. Durations vary by agency, clinic, surrogate availability, and state law. International journeys add 3–6 months for legal coordination.