Military spouses are no strangers to sacrifice, service, and strength. You support your partner through deployments, manage frequent relocations, and juggle family life with grace and resilience. But did you know that your lifestyle might make you a great candidate for surrogacy?
Whether you’re looking for a meaningful way to help others, a flexible way to contribute to your family financially, or simply exploring something new that fits into your life, surrogacy could be a path worth considering.
So, What Is Surrogacy?
Surrogacy is when a woman (the Gestational Carrier or Surrogate) carries a baby for someone else—typically individuals or couples who are unable to conceive or carry a pregnancy themselves. In gestational surrogacy (the most common type), the surrogate is not biologically related to the baby. The embryo is created through IVF and transferred to the surrogate’s uterus.
The entire journey is guided by a professional agency, attorneys, and medical teams to ensure everyone is supported and protected.
Why Military Spouses Are Amazing Surrogates
While this may be the first time you’ve thought about becoming a surrogate, you’re not alone. Every year, hundreds of military spouses choose this path—and many share that it’s been one of the most rewarding decisions of their lives. Here are a few of the reasons they give:
Supplemental Income with Purpose
Military life can come with financial challenges. Surrogacy provides a meaningful way to earn supplemental income (often $50,000–$60,000+ in compensation) without needing to commit to a full-time job outside the home. Many surrogates use this compensation to:
- Pay off debt
- Save for a home
- Build a college fund
- Take a much-needed family vacation after deployment
Flexible & Family-Friendly
As a military spouse, you’re used to adapting to new routines. Surrogacy fits into that lifestyle. While there are appointments and check-ins, most of the pregnancy is lived just like any other—on your terms, with your family by your side.
A Heart for Service
Military families are rooted in service—and surrogacy is one of the most selfless acts a woman can do. Helping another family grow is an incredibly powerful and deeply rewarding experience.
A Supportive Community
The close-knit nature of military life means you already have a strong support system. From fellow spouses to base healthcare resources, having a village makes the surrogacy journey smoother and more supported.
What’s the Process Like?
1. Application & Screening
Fill out an application with a surrogacy agency, then complete health screenings, background checks, and interviews to ensure surrogacy is a safe option for you.
2. Matching with Intended Parents
You’ll be introduced to a family seeking a surrogate. Both sides must agree before moving forward—no one is ever matched without mutual choice and opportunities to meet the family you’d be carrying a pregnancy for.
3. Medical Preparation
You’ll work with a fertility clinic to get ready for the embryo transfer, which usually involves medications and regular monitoring. If you’re familiar with IVF, much of the process will feel the same—just with an embryo created by your Intended Parents!
4. Pregnancy & Support
Once pregnant, you’ll be cared for by your own OB/Gyn and supported by the surrogacy agency’s team—emotionally, medically, and practically.
5. Delivery & Celebration
At last, you’ll experience the unforgettable moment of helping Intended Parents become a family. In most cases, they’ll be right there with you on delivery day—giving you a front row seat to the incredible moment they meet their child for the very first time.
Is Surrogacy Right for You?
Surrogacy isn’t the right choice for everyone—but if you’ve had uncomplicated pregnancies, enjoy the experience of being pregnant, and want to do something that changes lives—including your own—it could be an incredible journey to consider.
As a military spouse, your strength, adaptability, and compassion already make you a natural caregiver and supporter. You’ve been part of a mission that matters; now, you have the chance to help create a family and make someone’s dream come true.
Curious to learn more? We’d love to connect with you—no pressure, no judgment, just answers to your questions and guidance for whatever path feels right. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Contact us today to get started.
