Are you considering gestational surrogacy in Oklahoma? You probably have a lot of questions. Working with the right agency to create your family can go a long way towards putting your mind at ease. Here’s just a little bit of what you need to know and what you can expect.

Legal Concerns

One of the most important factors specific to Oklahoma is that surrogacy laws vary by county. Across the state, gestational surrogates are not permitted to receive compensation other than reimbursement for their medical and other expenses.

Basically, gestational surrogacy is permitted in Oklahoma because no statute or published case law prohibits it. There are currently no explicit laws regarding surrogacy agreements for traditional or same-sex couples, nor are there explicit laws regarding same-sex couples jointly adopting a child or adopting the child of a same-sex partner.

Birth orders allow for intended parents to have full parental rights by having their names listed on the child’s birth certificate. Some county courts do grant pre-birth parentage orders, but others only give post-parentage orders. Some will require a hearing to do so. There are so many variables in the state that it’s critical to work closely with your agency to get through the process.

Finding the Right Match

Knowing you’ve selected the right gestational surrogate can make all the difference to your surrogacy journey. You’ll be forming a very special bond – one that can last a lifetime if you both choose, so getting it right is important. Open communication is essential and can be facilitated by working with an experienced agency devoted to helping create families.

Financial Considerations

Surrogacy can be expensive. There are many different factors to consider from travel expenses to medical coverage. But there are a variety of options for addressing these concerns. Contact the Oklahoma Surrogacy specialists at Surrogate Solutions to know what to expect and investigate financing options available to intended parents.

Surrogate Solutions works with couples in Florida, Texas and Oklahoma, helping them navigate the issues of a gestational surrogacy that can vary from state to state and even county to county. If you have any questions or concerns regarding surrogacy in Oklahoma, please contact us today.