Golden Surrogacy

707 Skokie Blvd # 600, Northbrook, IL 60062, United States
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Review №1

Golden surrogacy was the only agency that didnt make me feel like a number. Every employee that I talked to there made me feel at ease and so comfortable with my decision to become a surrogate. They treat you like family. If you have any doubts about becoming a surrogate, they will make sure you are completely comfortable and excited about making your decision. Every step of the way was so easy and that is because of Golden. You will not regret your decision to go with this agency either as a surrogate or intended parent. I 100% recommend them to anyone and everyone. You wont be disappointed with this life changing decision!

Al
Review №2

I used Golden for my first ever surrogacy journey and it was an amazing experience. The matching process was seamless and each team along the way explained the process thoroughly and there was always someone available for questions. Everyone was supportive and they all treated me with kindness and respect. I highly recommend Golden Surrogacy.

Br
Review №3

I highly recommend going through Golden. As a first time surrogate, I didn’t know what to expect or how to do anything. Golden was there every step of the way. If they didn’t have an answer they would find out and get back to me. I didn’t feel like I was going through an agency. I received hand written cards and flowers that had the sweetest heart felt words. The owner is part of the team as well which makes the journey feel more personal. I highly recommend using this agency whether you’re wanting to do Surrogacy or Welcome a child. Thank you guys from the bottom of my heart.

Ad
Review №4

Golden was an amazing agency to work with. They were beyond kind, supportive, and knowledgeable. I couldnt imagine going through surrogacy with a different agency. I would 1000% recommend their agency to anyone!

Je
Review №5

I was a surrogate for an amazing couple and had a great group of people supporting me along the way! If you have any interest in becoming a surrogate i recommend golden because they were always there to help answer question and give me all the information and guidance along the journey! Thank you again for a great experience!

re
Review №6

Great agency! Always available and eager to answer any questions I had. Every single person I interacted with was very nice. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone interested in surrogacy.

Er
Review №7

Golden surrogacy is the absolute best! My husband and I interviewed with a larger agency prior to Golden and were very impressed once we met with Frank and his team. Their personalization and attention to detail were unmatched. Everyone that we worked with really cared about our journey and our success and were available at any time for anything and everything that we needed. They were extremely knowledgeable and made us feel very comfortable with all of the various decisions we had to make along the way. Golden matched us with the most amazing surrogate that we are still in touch with 2.5 years later. There is no way we could have picked a better human to carry our baby girl for us. Golden helped us to bring our perfect daughter into our lives and for that we are forever grateful. We would highly recommend Golden Surrogacy to anyone looking for a surrogacy agency. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts!

Ro
Review №8

Our experience has been wonderful. We couldnt be happier with the Golden journey which was filled with support, sensitivity, and the highest professional standards.

St
Review №9

My husband and I have a tremendous amount of gratitude for this agency. After interviewing many others the choice was clear once we spoke directly with Mr. Golden. Hes thorough, takes his time, and explains everything in a much more granular and transparent way than what we heard from other places. You can tell he cares about making sure his customers are well informed over just saying what we wanted to hear. The matching process isnt super quick but that was explained up front. This is a result of their selectivity and lengthy process for screening surrogates. We started with Golden Surrogacy having realistic timeline expectations given to us from the very beginning before we signed or paid anything. Theres so much that can go wrong if youre not paired with the right person and we understood this. In the end it was worth the wait. Zero issues with our surrogate. She passed our doctors examination with flying colors and we had instant success on the first embryo transfer. I know this isnt always the case for everyone but we were extremely fortunate. Thank you, thank you!

Ki
Review №10

After years of set backs and navigating the complexity of family planning; Golden Surrogacy supported us to achieve our goal. Staff members were transparent and supportive through the entire process. The directness of some of the staff members helped us to make some really difficult decisions about our journey. We are so happy to have been able to grow our family through such a special experience. It would not have been possible without the support and flexibility of Golden Surrogacy. Specifically, If you are an LGBTQ family wanting to grow your family, this agency is aware of nuances every step of the way.

Fe
Review №11

We worked with Golden Surrogacy in 2018, and our boy was born in 2020. He is almost 3 years old. Golden Surrogacy is really sweet, they provide very detailed service, and all the crews there are so friendly, always very responsive. They helped us to find a perfect surrogate mother, with whom we still keep in touch now. And also Golden Surrogacy sends out so sweet gifts, we really feel lucky to have their service in the journey of our lives.

Na
Review №12

Golden surrogacy is so warm and welcoming! Throughout the entire surrogate journey they were right there by my side. They take the time to answer any question and help with any issue that may occur during the surrogate process. If I decide to become a surrogate again, this is defiantly an agency I’d love to work with again!

Je
Review №13

I completed my first journey with Golden Surrogacy in December 2019. My experience was everything I hoped for and more! My coordinator was involved and kept me informed every step of the way. She checked on me frequently, wished me luck before appts, let me know what to expect every step of the way. I feel that Golden did a great job choosing profiles during the matching phase, and making sure we would all be a good fit. My Intended Parents were perfect, and made the journey that much more enjoyable. My first journey was a very smooth process and I’m so glad I chose to work with them. I am in the beginning stages of starting my second Surrogacy journey, and I am excited to be working with Golden once again!

Li
Review №14

Golden surrogacy was great. They were very supportive through everything. When my husband and I visited Chicago we got to met Frank and Juan. They are great people. If I had any questions or concerns they were there for me all the way. This was my first journey and I am getting ready to do my 2nd journey with the same family I carried for the first time. The couple I carried for were great and we have a great relationship now. I would recommend the company to anyone the is interested in being a surrogate.

Ca
Review №15

I truly cannot say enough positive things regarding my experience as a Gestational Carrier with Golden Surrogacy. From my very first informational call in early 2021 to the post-delivery check in late 2022, each member of the team was compassionate, knowledgeable and I could tell genuinely cared about both myself and my IPs. They were fully invested in my journey and made me feel like an individual and not a just number. The first IP profile they sent me was the most perfect match in every way. All logistics throughout the journey were handled effortlessly from obtaining medical records, medical clearance, travel arrangements, etc. all the way up through delivery and arrangements with the delivering hospital to ensure they had what they needed and we knew what to expect on the big day. I often asked myself, how do they make this seem so simple when I know being a GC is so complex?All of this to say, if I were to do it all over again, I would choose Golden every single time. My most heartfelt thanks to the entire team for helping make this journey of a life lifetime such a wonderful experiences.

Ga
Review №16

When I first started my journey to be a surrogate I researched a few agencies. With my first contact with Laura at Golden, I knew this was the agency that I wanted to work with. From the application process to post-delivery, Laura was always there with all things I needed from support and guidance or just to check on how I was doing. I am so thankful for my coordinator. As well as the entire staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. Even the founders were very approachable and would reach out to me personally just to see how I was doing.

Me
Review №17

Every member of the Golden Surrogacy team is absolutely amazing! My coordinator was there for me every step of the way. Naturally I had a lot of questions along the way and they were always patient and helpful and encourage me to keep asking questions along the way. They made the whole process of being a surrogate as stress free as possible!! I love Golden Surrogacy and wouldnt use anyone else.

Kr
Review №18

Hi everyone,I just completed my second journey with Golden Surrogacy. I cant begin to explain how amazing they have been. Right from the beginning Frank was asking what I was looking for in my next journey. They called me to let me know they had a couple they wanted me to meet and it was the perfect match. They have always been available and I never had any issues getting my questions answered same day and never had any issues with Bill’s being paid on time. It felt very personable as my coordinator would reach out after every appointment to see if I needed anything. My IPs are also amazing and we have a great relationship.

El
Review №19

I was a surrogate with Golden and had a wonderful experience. They found me the perfect match (a family that I adore and am so grateful to have helped on their journey to parenthood). I felt supported and well informed through the entire process.

L
Review №20

I completed my journey as a surrogate with Gold Surrogacy. They were amazing throughout the entire journey and even after the birth of the baby they continued to check in and see if I needed anything. It felt very personal. I would highly recommend them.

Br
Review №21

Absolutely hands down the best Surrogacy Agency! They make it so easy to follow your dream of being a surrogate, hard working, honest, trust worthy agency. They make your journey stress free and make you feel like family. Thankful that this agency has been so supportive thru my surrogacies. I am on my second journey and I can believe it could get better, but it has.I just completed my 2nd surrogacy and it was absolutely amazing! Golden Surrogacy again made this a wonderful experience. Thanks so much Frank, Adam & Team Golden!! You are the BEST :)

Em
Review №22

The Golden Surrogacy team is so awesome! As a 1st time surrogate they made me so comfortable with the entire process from day one with a ton of support and guidance. We had an absolutely amazing experience helping a couple of really spectacular people bring their dream to life and we cannot thank the GS team for the opportunity, but well try😊

Ch
Review №23

I was a surrogate through Golden and I had a wonderful journey! I was matched to the most amazing family and everyone at Golden was there to support me every step of the way. It is a very professional establishment, and you can see and feel how much they truly care! I highly recommend if you’re looking to be a surrogate!

El
Review №24

I went through Golden Surrogacy twice over the span of 4 years in order to accomplish my surrogacy goals. I am extremely thankful for Frank and his staff for making everything possible. They have all been nothing short of amazing since day one! I have two perfect children now and my family is complete.

Ni
Review №25

I was a GC with Golden Surrogacy from 2015-2016 and delivered twins for an amazing couple. I could not have had a better experience anywhere else. Within an hour of filling out my application I received a phone call for a followup interview. They answered ALL of my many questions. I always felt like a priority. Phone calls and emails were always returned same day. They matched me quickly (within a week or 2) and they matched me perfectly according to my preferences. They even flew in for my delivery and sent flowers. More like a family. Cant wait to do another journey with them.

Er
Review №26

As a surrogate I highly recommend Golden Surrogacy, they are an amazing team to work with, I had a great experience since the first time I was contacted for the prescreening process and through out the hole journey, they are all so professional, friendly and caring. They walked me through the hole process and were always available to answer all my questions and really make me feel like I was part of their family, always checking on me making sure I was okay.Im really happy that I choose them!

di
Review №27

Frank, Adam and their entire staff is the best. I went thru five other agencies. Most were larger in size, but were focused on collecting their fees. Once these other agencies received the money. they rarely provided any follow up (6 weeks without a response). Dealing with Frank and Golden Surrogacy was the great. They took the time to contact me and to provide follow up on all of my questions and concerns. Golden Surrogacy introduced me to a wonderful surrogate agency and I was blessed with a beautiful son (Wolfgang). If you are considering children thru surrogacy - you must speak to agency!

Ka
Review №28

Absolutely fantastic!! ❤ They are quick and professional when getting information to me. They understand how stressful it can be when trying to grow a family and take care of their surrogates. I had a very stressfree experience with them and would do it 10 times over! Frank, Adam, and Laura is my GOLDEN TEAM and I look forward to my next journey with them!

Je
Review №29

Golden Surrogacy is exactly that: Golden!I did years of research, spoke with quite a few different surrogacy coordinators, and the very first conversation I had with Shelbi at Golden, I knew they were going to be my choice for an agency. After going over the initial requirements and making plenty of jokes, I knew I would enjoy every step of the way if Shelbi and Golden were on my side.I was drawn to Golden because the owners are parents thanks to the surrogacy process. They know the ins and outs because theyve experienced it personally, twice. All the reviews I read were wonderful. They have the family feel that small businesses have, though they are busy doing BIG things.Shelbi, Frank, Adam, and the rest of the Golden family walked me through the entire process, step by step, from medical clearances, to psych evaluations, to matching, to contracts, to meds, to making appointments, escrow, hiccups with hospitals and lab companies.Before delivery, Golden set up a conference call with the labor and delivery department of our hospital to ensure everything would be as smooth as possible for us.We had an issue with my lost wages wording in our contract, and Golden went above and beyond to help get everything straightened out with the escrow company and the IPs. It took a couple of days, but I didnt have to stress about it at all, because they took care of it.Delivery day, Golden checked with my support person often. The icing on the cake was the day after, Shelbi drove 6 hours to the hospital I delivered at to visit us. I dont feel like thats standard procedure for most agencies, and was an absolutely amazing gesture that Ill never forget.Even post partum, Shelbi and Golden was checking on me daily. Im over 4 months post partum now. All of my medical bills have been taken care of. I received a couple of bills for the baby, and sent Golden a picture of it and they got it taken care of right away.I was blown away by the amount of time, effort, and care they put in to ensuring our entire process was as smooth as could be.10 out of 10 would recommend using Golden Surrogacy.

Ke
Review №30

I researched and contacted multiple agencies before deciding to use Golden as a gestational carrier. They stuck out by far with their knowledge of the process and how personable their staff is. All the steps with seamless with their help. They constantly check in and answer all questions timely. I couldn’t be happier with them! I will definitely be using them again in the future!

Th
Review №31

My husband and I started with Golden Surrogacy near the end of 2016. They sent us to Dr. Mark Leondires of RMA-Connecticut, who was also quite nice to work with and graciously accepted us into his program. Our first child was born in early 2018, and we almost immediately began our second surrogacy. In October our recent pregnancy concluded and we now have two healthy little ones at home. Frank and his team are extraordinary and our hearts are filled with deep joy.

Br
Review №32

Working with Frank and his team has been amazing. Not only the best people to work with but just awesome people from the heart. what they are doing to help families is truly wonderful and I wouldnt work with anyone else. They are always there for you and when picking someone to help you build your family your in the best hands with them. They treat you with love like your their own family. Your the best Frank!!

Is
Review №33

Everything I had previously read online about Golden Surrogacy contributed to why I went with this surrogacy agency. After speaking with Frank during my consultation I really gained a sense that he cares about what hes doing. His passion and knowledge are evident. Im glad that my research led me down this path. I cannot thank them enough for what they have given me!

Ka
Review №34

I absolutely loved the team of people whom I worked with. The family I was honored to bless was amazing. Golden matched me perfectly and made sure I had the best care. I highly recommended them!

Je
Review №35

I could not have been better matched in my surrogacy journey. I felt supported by Golden Surrogacy every step of the way. They are tentative. Responsive. And personal. I couldnt be happier with my surrogacy journey and agency!

Su
Review №36

Terrible service!!!! If I could give them a zero star I would! I received a discriminating email from Golden Surrogacy on August 24, 2018. The email said that your communication level in English is not as strong as we prefer our Intended Parents to have.

D'
Review №37

Love love love this agency! I completed two surrogate journeys with them and had an amazing experience.

lo
Review №38

The WORST. I tried to be surrogate here after I was rejected from another center but working with some young guy that had no idea what he was doing was impossible. Stay away!

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  • Address:707 Skokie Blvd # 600, Northbrook, IL 60062, United States
  • Site:https://goldensurrogacy.com/
  • Phone:+1 800-824-4428
Categories
  • Fertility clinic
  • Family planning center
  • Reproductive health clinic
Working hours
  • Monday:9 AM–5 PM
  • Tuesday:9 AM–5 PM
  • Wednesday:9 AM–5 PM
  • Thursday:9 AM–5 PM
  • Friday:9 AM–5 PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
From the business
  • Identifies as LGBTQ+ owned:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
Crowd
  • LGBTQ+ friendly:Yes
  • Transgender safe space:Yes
Planning
  • Appointment required:Yes
  • Accepts new patients:Yes
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
Parking
  • On-site parking:Yes
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