What is the Best Age to Become a Surrogate Mother?
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Are you thinking of becoming a surrogate but need more information about the surrogate mother age limit?
Does the age of the surrogate matter?
Surrogacy is a very sensitive and delicate process that requires the surrogate mother to be in good health and of an appropriate age to reduce the chances of complications.
The screening process for surrogate mothers is strict and, while one might not be disqualified simply based on age, it is important to know that age will be considered very closely in the criteria that is needed to be fulfilled by a potential surrogate.
The Generally Accepted Surrogate-Mother Age Requirements
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So, what age is considered too old or too young to be a surrogate mother? Let’s take a look and discuss.
a. How Old Can You Be to Be a Surrogate Mother?
Many surrogacy agencies set the surrogate limit for women desiring to be gestational carriers at 40 or 45 years old. However, it is not uncommon to hear stories of women well into their prime —50s and sometimes even 60s—becoming surrogates for intended parents.
In these special circumstances, an agency is oftentimes not directly involved. This is an independent arrangement between the surrogate and the intended parents.
It should be mentioned that even those interested in pursuing an older surrogate arrangement must do so with medical approval. The older surrogate will still need to be cleared by a medical professional at the intended parents’ fertility clinic.
b. What is the Average Age of a Surrogate?
A potential surrogate is ideally a woman in her late 20s or 30s, someone who has had her own children and is raising them.
She is also someone expected to be in good health, of a sound disposition and financially stable.
A surrogate mother should also be someone who has finished having her own children and doesn’t want anymore, because the surrogacy process can affect a woman’s fertility and chances of having her own children in the future.
c. Why is There an Age Limit to Be a Surrogate?
Age limits are set down for the protection of both the surrogate mother and child. A woman passed a certain age may be able to carry a child, but it can come with several complications, such as high blood pressure, premature birth, miscarriage and sometimes even stillbirths.
Because intended parents are hoping for the best, it is always advised that they work with a younger woman within the recommended surrogate age to ensure higher chances of success. The best way to match with such candidates is to work with surrogacy agencies like Joy of Life.
The Joy of Life, a Premium Surrogate Mother Service
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If you’re planning on becoming a surrogate mother, Joy of Life is a premier California-based surrogate mother service that’s prepared to walk with you on this wonderful journey. We are committed to ensuring that you’re armed with the right information and support.
Get in touch with us for more information on surrogacy.
