Expert-guided gestational surrogacy support

Trusted resources for navigating the financial, legal, and emotional sides of surrogacy.

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Carrot members

Surrogacy by the numbers

• 37% Canadian intended parents using a gestational surrogate are same-sex male couples or single men.
• 4% of employer-sponsored funds at Carrot are used towards gestational surrogacy expenses.
• 96% of Carrot customers offer financial coverage for gestational surrogacy to their employees.

All about gestational surrogacy

Finding a gestational carrier

In gestational surrogacy, an intended parent or parents work with a person who carries a pregnancy for them.

Creating embryos

Embryos are created using genetic material from the intended parent(s) or a donor and then transferred to a gestational carrier through an embryo transfer after in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Why gestational surrogacy

Surrogacy is an important option for people experiencing infertility, single parents by choice, same-sex couples, and others unable to carry a pregnancy.

Surrogacy laws in Canada

Altruistic surrogacy is legal in Canada, so Carrot Experts help members navigate the complex local laws, requirements, and cross-border care options while guiding them to trustworthy agencies and legal support.

Surrogacy support at Carrot — we go there with you

1. 1:1 guidance from Carrot Experts every step of the way
2. Comprehensive, global network of 3.4K+ agencies and attorneys
3. Accessible payment options with the Carrot Card

Learn more about the journeys Carrot supports

Fertility

Carrot prioritizes inclusive and cost-effective fertility care through at-home testing, IVF, IUI, and fertility preservation. Learn more

Adoption

From prenatal to postpartum, Carrot provides world-class resources, support, and education that improve health outcomes, lowers healthcare costs, and helps employees navigate life changes. Learn more

Pregnancy and postpartum

When IVF is the right option, Carrot prioritizes safe and cost-effective pregnancies. By promoting single embryo transfers, Carrot decreases risks and drives healthier outcomes. Learn more

Parenting

Carrot provides robust support for all ways people pursue parenthood, including guidance to vetted adoption agencies and legal partners. Learn more

Menopause

For accessible menopause support during life's busiest moments, Carrot helps members navigate treatment options and resources when members need it most. Learn more

Men’s health

Hormonal health is a lifelong journey for every gender, and Carrot is here every step of the way. With our age-inclusive men's health support, no employee is left behind. Learn more

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