Are you a single gay man, bisexual, or lesbian, or are you in a long-term gay relationship and dreaming of having children?
Becoming a surrogate will be one of the proudest accomplishments of your life. Advocates for Surrogacy offers our surrogates the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your journey will be safe, secure and stress-free.
Becoming an Egg Donor is the most amazing gift you can give another. In return, you receive fantastic compensation for your time and commitment.

Becoming a parent through surrogacy may just be the most important project of your life’s journey so far. Important projects involving many steps and team members require an advocate and a project manager. At Advocates for Surrogacy, we are both. No gimmicks, no special sauce. Just plain old hard work, dedication, and passion for what we do for you.

If you decide that you want to become a surrogate, you will give the most precious gift you can possibly give another. This journey should be filled with warmth, love, and generosity of spirit.

You provide an incredible gift!
In recognition of your time
and commitment,
we ensure you receive
excellent compensation
and support.

You have unique needs and we have creative solutions and programs to meet those needs. We carefully walk you through all the options available and offer an extended consultation period free of charge.
Becoming a parent through surrogacy may just be the most important project of your life’s journey so far. Parenting through surrogacy involves many steps and a great team of experts. Having the right surrogacy agency is critical to managing this precious project. During our initial consultation period, our President, Candace O’Brien, will often spend hours with prospective Intended Parents answering your questions about costs, risk management, choosing the right surrogate, and legal considerations. Perhaps one of the most important concerns to many Intended Parents involve costs and budgeting. We provide detailed information and guidance on the various cost factors including hidden cost factors and then we drill down on particular cost issues involving your journey specifically. We are adept at cost savings measures and strategies. As your advocate we empower you throughout the process by providing education, expertise, resources, and an ability to bring together an unparalleled team of experts working on your behalf. We maintain constant vigilance and guidance every step of the way. We understand you have many choices when it comes to surrogacy agencies and we are up for the challenge. No gimmicks, no secret sauce – just good old dedication, hard work and passion in all that we do for you.
If you are thinking to become a surrogate, having an agency whose mission is to bring integrity, compassion, and professionalism to the surrogacy process in an invaluable asset to you. You are going to be carrying a baby. You need to know that you are in good hands and that the process is safe for you and your family emotionally, medically and financially and that your Intended Parents are emotionally and financially committed to begin the process and have been vetted.
Our agency supports LGBTQ+ parenting. Our director has been providing family building options to gay parents for almost two decades. If you are gay, we ensure that legal issues related to the gay surrogacy journey are taken into account and provide the best options available to ensure that your parentage rights are protected.
We handle international surrogacy arrangements for Intended Parents across the globe. There are particular legal considerations for international clients that requires expertise right from the top. Our President, Candace O’Brien, is an attorney with almost two decades of experience in building families internationally.
Candace O’Brien, President of Advocates for Surrogacy, has been helping gay and straight couples and individuals build their families for almost two decades. Candace is a member of the Illinois Bar and the Genetic Technology Committee of the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association.
Contact us today to start the conversation about how you can realize your dream of becoming a parent through surrogacy.
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