Surrogacy Laws in Maryland

Gestational surrogacy is legal in the state of Maryland.

Maryland established the legality of gestational surrogacy in the early 2000's, providing a path for both intended parents and women living in Maryland to participate in surrogacy arrangements. Maryland recognizes gestational surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation, and embryo donation, making it one of the most supportive states for building families through assisted reproductive technology.

Inclusivity

Maryland’s surrogacy laws are known for being progressive and inclusive, offering equal opportunities for single parents by choice and LGBTQ+ families to grow their families without discrimination.

Requirements

State requirements include that both intended parents and surrogates are represented by independent legal counsel and that all parties enter into a written agreement, often with pre-birth parentage orders. At Hatch, we connect you with leading reproductive law attorneys to ensure your protection and guide you through every step of your surrogacy journey.

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Maryland Surrogacy Requirements

At Hatch, we’re here to guide you through Maryland’s surrogacy requirements with care and clarity. Our experienced team ensures every surrogate meets both state guidelines and our own high standards, so you can feel confident and supported from the very beginning.

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How Hatch Works

At Hatch, we bring intended parents and compassionate surrogates together, guiding every step of the surrogacy journey with care and expertise. As a leading third-party surrogacy agency, we handle every detail—from matching and legal support to medical coordination—so you can focus on what matters most: building your family.

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Benefits of Working with Hatch

Experience You Can Trust

Hatch was the first egg donation and one of the first surrogacy agencies in the United States. Since 1991, we’ve been a part of thousands of happy healthy births and serve parents in over 50 countries.

Agency + Clinic

Hatch is partnered with Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles to provide physician oversight and meet the medical needs of our Intended Parents and Surrogates.

Personal Connection to Surrogacy

Our team is comprised of many parents who have had their children through surrogacy as well as current and former surrogates.

Guided Journey

Whether you’re an Intended Parent, Surrogate, or Egg Donor, we guide you through every step of the way, coordinating screening, matching, and everything medical, financial, and legal.

Careful Screening

All Intended Parents, Surrogates, and Donors go through medical, psychological, and lifestyle screening to ensure the health and safety of all parties.

Thoughtful Matching

We match Intended Parents with donors and surrogates based on preference, communication style, location, personality, and more, and we don’t move forward with matches unless all parties agree.

Know someone who would make a great surrogate? Join our referral program.

Cities We Serve in Maryland

Hatch proudly supports intended parents and surrogates throughout Maryland, ensuring you receive experienced, compassionate care no matter where you call home.

 We partner with leading clinics like Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA), a nationally recognized center for fertility excellence. 

Intended parents are welcome to use any fertility clinic that best fits their needs, while surrogates typically receive OB care close to home, with all travel expenses fully covered by intended parents.

To provide added peace of mind, Hatch offers the Peace of Mind™ Program, one of the most comprehensive all-inclusive surrogacy packages in the U.S. This unique program covers unlimited egg retrievals when using donor eggs, embryo transfers, and surrogate matches until a live birth, giving intended parents true flexibility and confidence as they plan their family-building journey.

We proudly support families and surrogates in cities including:

  • Baltimore
  • Columbia
  • Silver Spring
  • Frederick
  • Rockville
  • Bowie
  • Gaithersburg
  • Hagerstown

 

If you reside in Maryland and don’t see your city listed above, rest assured—Hatch is here for you, supporting families and surrogates in every corner of the state.

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FAQs about Maryland Surrogacy

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Take the Next Step in Your Maryland Surrogacy Journey

Becoming a surrogate in Maryland means joining a supportive community with strong legal protections and experienced guidance. At Hatch, we’re here to ensure you feel confident and cared for throughout every part of your surrogacy journey in Maryland.