Surrogacy By State

Your Complete Guide to Colorado Surrogacy Requirements


Key Points:
  • Get answers to frequently asked questions about Colorado surrogacy requirements.
  • Understand the basic requirements and screenings involved in becoming a surrogate in Colorado.
  • Become a surrogate in Colorado by contacting a surrogate professional.

Thinking about becoming a surrogate in Colorado for someone else? Then you’ve already shown that you have a giving heart and a willingness to help others in an incredible way! But it’s also necessary that you meet a series of surrogate mother requirements before you can get started.

Your surrogacy professional will have established surrogacy requirements for all prospective surrogates that you’ll need to meet in order to move forward with surrogacy. These are important not just for your own health and safety but also for the protection of intended parents and, most importantly, the children at the heart of the surrogacy process. If you want to get started, the best way is to contact a surrogacy specialist directly.

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Below are some of the most common questions about the requirements for surrogates in Colorado. The answers will help you learn if you meet the requirements for surrogacy in CO:

“Is There an Age Limit to Being a Surrogate in CO?”

Yes. One of the most frequently asked questions about surrogacy requirements in Colorado is, “How old do you have to be to be a surrogate mother in CO?”

All states and all professionals will have age restrictions for surrogacy. This is because, while pregnancy and surrogacy always involve some amount of physical risk, that risk increases for women over the age of 40. Women between the ages of about 21 to 40 tend to be able to physically handle pregnancy with the least amount of risk to themselves and the baby, so the age requirements for surrogates in Colorado are usually within that approximate range for most professionals.

“What are the Health Requirements to Be a Surrogate Mother in CO?”

You may be worried about a specific health issue preventing you from meeting the surrogate health requirements in CO. Women often ask questions like:

  • “If I’ve previously had pregnancy complications, can I be a surrogate?”
  • “Is surrogacy after tubal ligation possible?”
  • “Is there a weight requirement to be a surrogate in Colorado?”
  • “Can I pursue surrogacy without a previous pregnancy in CO?”

All professionals will have surrogate health requirements. The specifics of those criteria may vary slightly, but they’re always in place for your health and safety (and the baby’s), in addition to legally protecting intended parents.

The health requirements to be a surrogate mother in Colorado that most professionals will ask of you include:

  • Having given birth at least once previously
  • No past complications with your pregnancies and births
  • Not exceeding a maximum number of births (vaginally or by cesarean-section)
  • Being smoke- and drug-free, including free from exposure to second-hand smoke
  • Having a BMI between 19 and33 (Calculate your BMI here)

If you meet those preliminary health criteria to be a surrogate in Colorado, you’ll proceed to the medical screening stage. For this, you’ll need to schedule a series of physicals and tests to check that you’re healthy enough for the medical processes that surrogacy entails, like embryo transfers, certain medications and more.

Surrogacy and pregnancy are physically taxing, so it’s important that you meet the health criteria for surrogacy in Colorado and that a doctor confirms that becoming a surrogate is a safe path for you.

“What are the Psychological Requirements to Be a Surrogate Mother in Colorado?”

In addition to the physical requirements, there are also important mental and emotional qualifications for being a surrogate in Colorado. Some women might be unsure if they’re emotionally ready to be a surrogate, so they’ll ask questions like: “How will I know if I’m ready, or if I’ll make a good surrogate? Can anyone be a surrogate mother in Colorado?”

Pregnancy affects women mentally and emotionally, in addition to the physical effort they undergo. Surrogacy is often an emotionally charged journey, which can add to common pregnancy stressors. That’s why it’s an important requirement for surrogacy in Colorado to be ready for the emotions surrogates can experience, both good and bad. Most professionals will psychologically screen you by talking through the emotions and stressors you might encounter during your journey, how you would plan on approaching potential scenarios and more.

Professionals look for women who have a strong emotional support system — ideally an encouraging spouse or partner and at least one child currently being raised at home.

DID YOU KNOW?

Surrogates will not have to pay for their background checks and screenings. These will be covered in their surrogate compensation package.

“Are There Any Other Requirements for Surrogacy in Colorado?”

Yes. Some of these additional requirements for surrogates in Colorado may influence whether or not becoming a surrogate is an option in your situation. Some common questions that women ask have included: “If I’m on government assistance or receive food stamps, am I eligible to be a surrogate mother in Colorado?” “Who can be a surrogate in Colorado? Would I need a car to get to appointments?”

While these additional surrogate qualifications can vary from one professional to the next, most will ask that you:

  • Speak English fluently
  • Are a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.
  • Complete a background check
  • Not be currently receiving any government financial aid
  • Are able to commit to all surrogacy- and pregnancy-related appointments for approximately one year and are able to travel to these appointments
  • Have the commitment and support of your spouse (if you’re married) in regards to your surrogacy decision, for legal purposes
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