Giving Tree Surrogacy

Giving Tree Surrogacy logo★★★★★3.0· 2 reviewsIrvine, California
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Feedback for Giving Tree Surrogacy is overwhelmingly positive. Surrogates and intended parents frequently praise attentive, responsive case managers, clear communication, and steady support from matching through delivery and postpartum. A small number of accounts, mostly from surrogates, raise concerns about inconsistent communication, screening decisions, and handling of medical information.

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Years in business
11
Babies born
450
Journey length
14 months
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About

Giving Tree Surrogacy provides support, resources, and information to intended parents, surrogates, and egg donors. Its dedicated and experienced team offers compassionate, comprehensive support and care meant to minimize stress and maximize the overall chance of success on a fulfilling journey.

Services

The agency manages invoices, payments, and other financial transactions related to the surrogacy journey.offered
A dedicated team member coordinates the journey, keeps track of important steps, and helps the surrogate and intended parents throughout the process.offered
The agency provides or coordinates emotional support, counseling, and guidance for surrogates and/or intended parents.offered
The agency helps coordinate the legal process for establishing the intended parents as the child’s legal parents.not offered
The agency offers or helps clients access financing to help cover fertility and surrogacy-related expenses.not offered
The agency has an attorney on its own team who can provide legal guidance related to the surrogacy journey.not offered

Escrow management

The listing owner has not provided this information, or it is not publicly available.

Surrogate screening

Checks available criminal records to identify relevant convictions or other criminal history.offered
Reviews the surrogate’s financial situation, such as income, debts, and financial stability.offered
A qualified professional visits the surrogate’s home to assess the home environment and overall suitability for the journey.not offered
Reviews the surrogate’s medical history and records to identify health factors that may affect eligibility for surrogacy.offered
A medical evaluation to assess whether the surrogate is physically able to safely carry a pregnancy.not offered
A psychological evaluation to assess emotional readiness and identify factors that could affect the surrogacy journey.offered
A social worker evaluates the surrogate’s personal, family, and social circumstances to assess readiness for surrogacy.not offered
Reviews the surrogate’s health insurance to determine whether it provides coverage for pregnancy, delivery, and surrogacy-related care.offered

Fees

The lowest estimated total cost of a surrogacy journey, including the agency fee and other expected expenses. Does not include fertility clinic-related expenses.
$153,550
The highest estimated total cost of a surrogacy journey, including the agency fee and other expected expenses. Does not include fertility clinic-related expenses.
$167,050
The fee charged to intended parents for its services and support throughout the surrogacy journey.
$48,000
An additional fee charged to intended parents who live outside the United States.
None

Surrogate compensation

The starting base compensation for a surrogate on her first journey.
$50,000
Additional compensation for surrogates who live in California. “None” means the agency confirmed there is no supplement.
+ $5,000
The starting base compensation for a surrogate who has completed a previous journey.
$55,000
Additional compensation for surrogates who live in California. “None” means the agency confirmed there is no supplement.
+ $15,000

Timelines

The typical estimated time for intended parents to be matched with a surrogate.
0 months
The typical estimated time for a surrogate to be matched with intended parents.
The listing owner has not provided this information, or it is not publicly available.
The typical time from matching with a surrogate to the birth of the child.
14 months

Memberships

SEEDS (Society for Ethics in Egg Donation and Surrogacy) promotes ethical standards and best practices in egg donation and surrogacy. Agency membership indicates that the agency has joined SEEDS and agrees to follow its membership standards and ethical guidelines.ASRM (American Society for Reproductive Medicine) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing reproductive medicine. ASRM membership is held by individuals, so this indicates that a member of the agency’s team is an ASRM member—not that the agency itself is an ASRM member.BBB (Better Business Bureau) promotes trust between businesses and consumers. BBB Accreditation indicates that a business has been accredited by BBB and agrees to meet its Standards for Trust.RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association supports people experiencing infertility and building families through education, advocacy, support, and community. An agency or team member’s membership or involvement indicates a connection to RESOLVE and its family-building mission.Family Equality advocates for LGBTQ+ families and works to advance equality through advocacy, education, and support. An agency’s partnership or support of Family Equality indicates a commitment to advancing equality for LGBTQ+ families.

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  • Kaitlynn BurnsMay 2025Surrogate

    Hello. I am a first time surrogate and giving tree has made this process so easy and enjoyable! They make sure you understand every step of the process and get back to you very quickly! They have been by far the most amazing surrogacy I could have ever imagined to be apart of!

  • Tea BarbourAug 2024Surrogate

    I have worked with a couple agencies and this was the worst of them without a doubt. They are basically harassing you for information. This is supposed to be a fun and easy process, not a stressful one. I would receive multiple texts at odd hours of the night, even though we are in the same time zone I seriously started to doubt it when I constantly received texts at 2-3 in the morning. When…

  • Jericka JuulJericka JuulOct 2026Surrogate

    I’ve am currently a surrogate, thank you to Alaina who has been there every step of the way to make sure this process has been so easy and comfortable. Always make’s sure everything is taking care of if any issues arise. She is very fast with responses! This journey has been pretty easy I’m now 6 months along with surro baby and I can’t wait to see what my next journey is going to bring me!! My match has been wonderful so far thank you Alaina!!!

  • Kelsey LandrumKelsey LandrumOct 2026Intended Parent

    We’re working with Alaina and she has been super attentive and helpful! Having the guidance and care of Giving Tree through this journey has been amazing. We would definitely work with them again.

  • Olivia MatticeOlivia MatticeOct 2026Surrogate

    Alaina is my case manager for the second time now and I cant imagine having anyone else taking care of me and my journey. We make eachother laugh have shared personal milestones. She is number one in my book, a beautiful representation of this company. Thank you my dear. You are wonderful

  • JaymeJaymeOct 2026Surrogate

    I'm leaving this review because I want everyone to know just how amazing Giving Tree Surrogacy and their entire team truly are! Some people have jobs, and others have a purpose. Giving Tree is filled with people who truly have a purpose! 💚 What makes this agency so special isn't just the beautiful work they do helping families grow, but the incredible people behind it. Their kindness,…

  • Robert ColeRobert ColeOct 2026Intended Parent

    Giving Tree has been amazing for us at every step our surrogacy journey. From our initial consult, to the matching process, to our current case coordinator (Alaina), we've always felt abundantly supported. Highly recommended.

  • H “HMC” MCH “HMC” MCOct 2026

    First time doing surrogacy and it has been a great experience! Alaina Schafer does a great job with communication and makes it a smooth process!

  • Evangeline StillEvangeline StillOct 2026Surrogate

    I just delivered surro baby on August 20th and I had the most wonderful experience with GivingTree, specifically my coordinator, Sarah Martin. She was extremely communicative, always answered questions I had, and was so reassuring and helpful through the entire process! Absolutely loved having her in my corner and helping me through my first journey ❤️

  • KacetyKacetySep 2026Surrogate

    I applied here and began the screening process, awaiting results from my meeting with one of the representatives of this agency. However I was contact back with an update that because I had two very early miscarriages from egg and sperm failure to meet properly, and followed up with IVF for gender selection funded by my company to ensure quicker pregnancy guarantee, that I am being denied to be a…