Traditional and gestational surrogacy sound similar, but one difference, genetics, changes everything about how the journey works legally, medically, and emotionally. Here’s a clear look at how the two compare, why gestational surrogacy is the modern standard, and why it’s the only type Chesapeake Surrogacy offers.

What is surrogacy, exactly? Here’s a plain-language guide for Virginia families covering the basics, the process, the cost, the legal landscape, and the ethics, written for women considering surrogacy and intended parents alike.

How long does surrogacy actually take? The full journey typically spans 18 months to two years. Here’s a clear, phase-by-phase breakdown from application to delivery, plus the things that can speed it up or slow it down.

What is the surrogacy process actually like? Here’s a clear, honest walk-through of all eight steps, from application and screening to matching, transfer, birth, and postpartum support, plus a realistic timeline.

Nobody stumbles into surrogacy. Here are the real reasons women choose it, from wanting to do something that lasts to loving pregnancy to building toward a goal, drawn from the surrogates we’ve actually worked with.

How much do surrogates actually make in Virginia? Here’s the full, transparent breakdown: base pay, milestone bonuses, covered medical costs, and why your specific circumstances can move the total.