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Surrogacy Laws in Missouri

Gestational surrogacy is legal in the state of Missouri.

Gestational surrogacy is legal in the state of Missouri. Missouri law allows both intended parents and women living in the state to participate in gestational surrogacy, providing a clear and supportive path for building families through this process. Surrogacy laws in Missouri recognize gestational surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation, and embryo donation, creating a welcoming environment for all forms of assisted reproduction. 

Inclusivity

For anyone considering surrogacy, Missouri stands out as a supportive and trusted destination. Missouri’s inclusive approach means that single parents by choice and LGBTQ+ families can pursue surrogacy without facing discrimination or legal barriers. 

Requirements

To ensure everyone’s protection, intended parents and surrogates are required to have independent legal counsel and a written agreement outlining the terms of the arrangement. At Hatch, we’re here to connect you with experienced reproductive and family law attorneys, ensuring your journey is secure, smooth, and fully supported.

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Missouri Surrogacy Requirements

At Hatch, our surrogacy requirements are designed to ensure a safe, healthy, and supportive experience for every surrogate and intended parent. We follow Missouri’s guidelines closely, so you can feel confident knowing you’re starting your journey with a partner who values your well-being and peace of mind.

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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.

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Cities We Serve in Missouri

At Hatch, we’re honored to support intended parents and surrogates throughout every corner of Missouri. 

Our partner fertility clinic, Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA), is one of the nation’s most respected centers, working hand-in-hand with Hatch to provide outstanding care. 

While many families choose PFCLA, you’re welcome to work with the fertility clinic that best fits your needs, and surrogates typically receive OB care close to home—travel expenses are always covered by intended parents.

To provide added peace of mind, Hatch offers the Peace of Mind™ Program—a unique, all-inclusive surrogacy package. This program includes unlimited egg donations, embryo transfers, and surrogate matches until a live birth is achieved, giving intended parents unmatched security, flexibility, and confidence as they plan their family-building journey.

We proudly support families and surrogates in cities including:

  • Kansas City
  • St. Louis
  • Springfield
  • Columbia
  • Independence
  • Lee’s Summit
  • St. Joseph
  • O’Fallon

 

If you reside in Missouri and don’t see your city listed above, rest assured—Hatch is here for intended parents and surrogates in every community across the state.

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FAQs about Missouri Surrogacy

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Becoming a surrogate in Missouri 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 Missouri.

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