Become a Surrogate in South Dakota

If you’re considering becoming a surrogate in South Dakota, you’re in the right place. For over 30 years, our compassionate team—including former surrogates—has helped women feel informed, protected, and truly supported from the first call to delivery day. Surrogacy gives intended parents a real chance to build the family they’ve dreamed of, and your role can change lives in a lasting way. We work with surrogates across South Dakota, from Sioux Falls and Rapid City to Aberdeen, Brookings, and Pierre. We support gestational surrogacy only, which means the baby is created through IVF and you aren’t biologically related to the child you carry.

Requirements to Become a Surrogate in South Dakota

Meeting surrogacy requirements helps protect your health and the baby’s well-being from day one. At Hatch, we follow the same trusted eligibility standards and screening steps used in South Dakota, where surrogacy is well established, so you can feel confident you’re being cared for at every stage. You’ll complete medical screening to confirm you’re physically ready for pregnancy, along with a psychological evaluation to make sure you feel supported, informed, and prepared for the emotional side of the journey. These evaluations don’t just “screen you in or out”—they help us build a plan that keeps you safe, heard, and supported throughout your entire surrogacy experience.

U.S. Citizen

Surrogacy requires long-term residency or US citizenship due to the extensive nature of the medical and legal process.

Age 21-42

Surrogates must fall within this age range to support healthy pregnancies and outcomes.

Healthy Pregnancy History

A history of at least one full-term, uncomplicated pregnancy and regular menstruation cycles.

Healthy BMI (Max 32)

A stable and healthy body mass index supports positive fertility and pregnancy outcomes.

Healthy and Stable Lifestyle

Surrogates must live in a supportive, drug-free, and stable environment, both emotionally and physically.

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Surrogate Pay and Compensation in South Dakota

South Dakota progressive surrogacy laws and welcoming community make it an outstanding choice for intended parents and surrogates. If you’re considering becoming a surrogate here, you’ll benefit from both strong legal protections and competitive compensation.
Surrogate compensation in South Dakota starts at $65,000 for first-time surrogates, with repeat surrogates earning even more. Below are some of the benefits for surrogates at Hatch:

Bonuses for medical and legal clearance
Compensation for lost wages (for you and/or your partner
Household allowances
Childcare allowances
Personalized gifts
Pregnancy bonuses for twins, c-sections, and additional IVF transfers

At Hatch, we believe in transparency and fairness throughout the surrogacy journey

See Our Surrogate Compensation Package

Hatch is proud to support our surrogates and their families with our competitive and thoughtfully crafted compensation package.

South Dakota Surrogate Compensation

Shoshannah, 4x Surrogate and Director of Surrogate Community

How Hatch Helps Women Become Surrogates in South Dakota

If you’re considering becoming a surrogate in South Dakota, you’re in the right place. At Hatch, we guide you through every step, from matching you with loving intended parents to coordinating medical, legal, and emotional support. Our experienced team makes the journey clear and manageable, so you always feel supported and never alone.

With over three decades of expertise, Hatch is here to ensure your surrogacy experience in South Dakota is safe, rewarding, and filled with care.

Surrogacy Process and Timeline

The surrogacy process in South Dakota is clearly defined and thoughtfully regulated to protect the interests and well-being of both surrogates and intended parents.
At Hatch, our experienced team is here to walk you through every step, offering personal guidance, encouragement, and care to ensure your surrogacy journey is as positive and stress-free as possible.

How South Dakota Surrogates are Matched with Intended Parents

Wondering how you’ll be matched with the right intended parents when you become a surrogate in South Dakota? Hatch uses a careful, personalized approach that’s built around your comfort, goals, and preferences. Many of our team members are former surrogates, so you’ll be supported by people who truly understand what this journey feels like.

You always have a choice in the match—Hatch will never pair you with intended parents you’re not comfortable with, and we’ll only move forward when it feels right to you.

Intended parents may be from South Dakota, another U.S. state, or from abroad. Even if your intended parents live internationally, you will not be asked to travel outside the United States—your medical care and appointments stay here, and all approved travel and medical expenses are covered. We’re here to coordinate the details and make the logistics feel clear, organized, and manageable from start to finish.

Open, respectful communication is encouraged throughout the journey—whether that’s sharing ultrasound updates, sending quick check-ins, or celebrating milestones together. At Hatch, we help build matches rooted in care, respect, and genuine gratitude for the incredible role you’re taking on.

Why South Dakota Surrogates Choose Hatch

For over 30 years, Hatch has supported surrogates with trusted, proven experience. Our team includes former surrogates, and we’re genuinely excited to walk you through every step of this meaningful journey.
As a Hatch surrogate, you’ll receive compassionate, professional support that’s tailored to your needs—from your first questions through delivery and beyond. We’re proud to be an inclusive agency where you’re treated with respect, understanding, and steady guidance. Our commitment to quality care and emotional support means you’ll never feel like you’re doing this alone.

Trusted & Experienced

Since 1991, Hatch has helped bring thousands of happy, healthy babies into the world. We have high success rates and many return surrogates.

Competitive Compensation

Our compensation package is crafted to be competitive in the industry, providing direct compensation, bonuses and allowances throughout your surrogacy.

Thoughtful Matching

Our match specialists carefully consider matches based on preferences, location, communication style, and more. All parties must agree to the match.

Surrogacy Community

Our program is run by a wonderful team of former surrogates, and you’ll have a chance to connect with other women who have been surrogates for other families.

A Word From Our Surrogates

"It’s the most rewarding, selfless thing that anyone can do. I loved being pregnant and would love to do something like that for somebody else. If anyone is considering being a surrogate, I’d tell them to go for it. Absolutely."

"Being a surrogate has changed my couple’s life but it has also changed me as well. I have accomplished many things in my life but I have never felt such an intense sense of pride as I did helping them create their family. I am so grateful to have been part of this journey with my parents and the Hatch team. My experience of being a surrogate exceeded all my expectations and continues to do so."

"Being a surrogate is one of the biggest most rewarding accomplishments of my life! Watching a couple become a family and giving them the gift of life is unexplainable … it’s so fulfilling! When I delivered their baby and saw them holding her for the first time and knowing as a mother the love they were feeling … just seeing all of it come together and knowing I had a part in creating that family is such an amazing feeling!"

FAQs for Surrogates in South Dakota

Is it legal to become a surrogate in South Dakota?

Yes, South Dakota has a supportive legal environment for gestational surrogacy, with pre-birth orders generally available. Hatch will connect you with experienced surrogacy attorneys to ensure your agreement and parentage steps are handled correctly.

What are the basic requirements to become a surrogate in South Dakota?

Most surrogates need to be in good overall health, have had at least one healthy pregnancy, and live a stable lifestyle with strong support at home. When you apply with Hatch, we’ll walk you through medical records, screening, and the details so you know exactly where you stand.

Do I need to live near a fertility clinic to become a surrogate in South Dakota?

Not necessarily—many South Dakota surrogates travel for certain appointments, especially for the embryo transfer. We’ll help you understand what travel might look like for your specific match and coordinate logistics so you feel supported at every step.

How much can I be compensated if I become a surrogate in South Dakota?

Compensation varies based on your experience and the specifics of the journey, and it’s outlined clearly in your contract before anything moves forward. Hatch will explain typical compensation ranges and benefits, so you feel informed and comfortable with what’s included.

Will I be biologically related to the baby as a surrogate in South Dakota?

In gestational surrogacy (the most common type), the embryo is created using the intended parent(s) or donor egg and sperm, so you are not genetically related to the baby. Hatch focuses on gestational surrogacy and will make sure you fully understand the medical process before you begin.

What support will I have during the surrogacy process in South Dakota?

You’re not expected to navigate this alone—Hatch is here to guide you through screening, matching, legal steps, clinic coordination, and pregnancy milestones. You’ll also have a dedicated team to answer questions, check in regularly, and make sure you feel cared for throughout your journey.

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