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Shining Light Baby

Shining Light Baby logoSchaumburg, Illinois
SEEDS Member
Years in business
6
Babies born
55
Time to match with surrogate
2 months
Journey length
15 months
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About

Shining Light Baby is a full-service surrogacy agency guiding intended parents and gestational carriers through every step of the journey. With expertise in third-party reproductive assistance, its team provides personalized guidance from initial matching through delivery with care and integrity.

Services

The agency manages invoices, payments, and other financial transactions related to the surrogacy journey.not offered
A dedicated team member coordinates the journey, keeps track of important steps, and helps the surrogate and intended parents throughout the process.not offered
The agency provides or coordinates emotional support, counseling, and guidance for surrogates and/or intended parents.not 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.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.
The listing owner has not provided this information, or it is not publicly available.
The highest estimated total cost of a surrogacy journey, including the agency fee and other expected expenses. Does not include fertility clinic-related expenses.
The listing owner has not provided this information, or it is not publicly available.
The fee charged to intended parents for its services and support throughout the surrogacy journey.
$32,000
An additional fee charged to intended parents who live outside the United States.
+ $1,000

Surrogate compensation

The starting base compensation for a surrogate on her first journey.
The listing owner has not provided this information, or it is not publicly available.
Additional compensation for surrogates who live in California. “None” means the agency confirmed there is no supplement.
The listing owner has not provided this information, or it is not publicly available.
The starting base compensation for a surrogate who has completed a previous journey.
The listing owner has not provided this information, or it is not publicly available.
Additional compensation for surrogates who live in California. “None” means the agency confirmed there is no supplement.
The listing owner has not provided this information, or it is not publicly available.

Timelines

The typical estimated time for intended parents to be matched with a surrogate.
2 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.
15 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.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.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.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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  • Amanda HuismanAmanda HuismanAug 2026Surrogate

    I was a surrogate for Shining Light and I will forever be grateful for them! They made my journey so simple and enjoyable. All the staff are so supportive and caring. Highly recommend this agency if you are considering surrogacy or if you are intended parents. I was matched with the most amazing couple and we have a bond that can never be broken. Thank you Shining Light!

  • Ruben PulidoRuben PulidoOct 2024

    Great service ! They made this journey very easy! we are very grateful to them for all their support.

  • Jandro LCJandro LCJul 2024Intended Parent

    Shinning Light Baby is a fantastic surrogacy agency that makes you feel right at home. From the start, they walk you through every part of the process, making sure you understand everything. They're always there to answer any questions you have and help you in any way they can. The closeness and care they show towards parents are truly amazing. Special mention must go to Amber and Mariana, who…

  • Lautaro KremenchuzkyLautaro KremenchuzkyApr 2024Intended Parent

    Simplemente, gracias por ayudarnos a hacer realidad nuestro sueño de agrandar la familia. Siempre con calidez y con buena energía de todo el personal de la empresa.

  • Jonay Perera GilJonay Perera GilApr 2024Intended Parent

    Great. My experience has been wonderful. I thank you for the great family I have. I recommend this agency 100%.

  • fanta williams smithfanta williams smithMar 2024

    I just completed my first journey and I have to say everyone at Shining Light Baby has been wonderful. My questions were always answered in a timely manner and I never felt like I was bothering anyone. I especially want to thank Zara, Kayla, Cassi, Daria, Carissa, Brittnie and Mariana.

  • Amber KAmber KMar 2024Surrogate

    I just completed my journey with Shining Light Baby. I had a wonderful experience. My intended parents they matched me with were a dream. They were so sweet and wonderful. I had two case managers. Daria was amazing at the beginning getting everything set up for me. She took a different roll half way through my journey. Then I had Brittnie and she made sure to check in during my appointments and…

  • Sara CastilloSara CastilloFeb 2023Surrogate

    My first journey was everything I hoped for, and I feel that I want to help another family, in 2021 I decided to apply again to and here Shininglightbaby contact me and give to me a second opportunity the chance to help build a beautiful family and here I was matched in 2021 with a wonderful single mother from Barcelona . And 2022 just like the first time, we had a first transfer success and I…

  • DavidDavidOct 2022Intended Parent

    Great agency! After dealing with other surrogacy agencies we got to meet Shining Light Baby and from the very first moment we felt things were going to be different. You are not only a customer or a number, they go beyond and they embrace your family project - they support you in every step and they are always there for you! Almost a year after our adventure we are still in touch with them and we feel them as family!