# Roots Surrogacy

> Roots Surrogacy connects surrogates and intended parents for life-changing journeys built on trust, care, and community.

## About

Roots Surrogacy is a surrogacy agency founded in the Bay Area in 2015 by Brooke Kimbrough (former surrogate) and Cassie Wright (parent through IVF). The agency provides personalized support for both surrogates and intended parents throughout the surrogacy process, with a focus on transparency, compassion, and ethical practices.

## Core pages

- [/](https://rootssurrogacy.com) — Landing page where visitors choose between the surrogate and intended parent paths.
- [/surrogates](https://rootssurrogacy.com/surrogates) — Information for prospective surrogates including eligibility, the compensation calculator, journey timeline, testimonials, and FAQs.
- [/intended-parents](https://rootssurrogacy.com/intended-parents) — Information for intended parents including pricing tiers, testimonials, journey timeline, and FAQs.
- [/pricing](https://rootssurrogacy.com/pricing) — Detailed breakdown of agency plans, pricing schedules, surrogate benefits, and estimated total costs.
- [/our-story](https://rootssurrogacy.com/our-story) — About Roots Surrogacy: company mission, founders, and team.
- [/blog](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog) — Articles and insights about surrogacy from the Roots team.
- [/authors](https://rootssurrogacy.com/authors) — Authors and contributors behind the Roots Surrogacy blog.
- [/bmi-calculator](https://rootssurrogacy.com/bmi-calculator) — BMI calculator for prospective surrogates (BMI under 32 is required).
- [/contact-us](https://rootssurrogacy.com/contact-us) — Contact information for the Roots Surrogacy team.
- [/apply](https://rootssurrogacy.com/apply) — Application landing page for surrogates and intended parents.
- [/ip-apply](https://rootssurrogacy.com/ip-apply) — Application page for intended parents to begin their surrogacy journey.
- [/callingallmoms](https://rootssurrogacy.com/callingallmoms) — Recruiting page for moms interested in becoming a surrogate.

## Blog posts

- [We Analyzed What Women Actually Ask Before Becoming a Surrogate. Only 12% of It Was About Money.](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/we-analyzed-what-women-actually-ask-before-becoming-a-surrogate-only-12-of-it-was-about-money) — New data from thousands of questions asked by prospective surrogates: 19% were about her spouse and family, only 12% about compensation. Here's what that reveals about how women actually decide. 
- [You've met with a few agencies. How do you know which one is right for you?](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/choosing-the-right-surrogacy-agency) — A grounded, honest guide to choosing a surrogacy agency, from a team that would rather you find the right fit than simply pick us.
- [Surrogate-First Surrogacy: What It Means for Surrogates and Intended Parents](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/surrogate-first-surrogacy-what-it-means-for-surrogates-and-intended-parents) — A surrogate-first surrogacy journey protects the carrier's health, voice, and finances first. Here's what intended parents and surrogates should look for in screening, matching, legal, and support.
- [9 Surrogacy Misconceptions That Can Cost Intended Parents Time, Money, and Trust](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/9-surrogacy-misconceptions-that-can-cost-intended-parents-time-money-and-trust) — Surrogacy myths can lead to expensive mistakes. Here are the misconceptions that matter most for intended parents — on screening, matching, legal protection, insurance, and real costs.
- [Surrogacy Process for Intended Parents and Surrogates: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/surrogacy-process-for-intended-parents-and-surrogates-a-step-by-step-guide) — A clear guide to the surrogacy process for intended parents and surrogates, from screening and matching to legal, escrow, pricing, pregnancy, birth, and red flags to avoid.
- [Maternal Care Insurance in Surrogacy (2026): What Intended Parents Actually Need to Know](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/maternal-care-insurance-in-surrogacy-2026-what-intended-parents-actually-need-to-know) — Insurance is one of the most misunderstood parts of surrogacy — and one of the most expensive. Two intended parent families can have nearly identical journeys and still see dramatically different costs depending on the insurance structure behind the match. One family may spend an additional $15,000. Another may spend $50,000+.

Here are the three options (including one big caveat), and the plans you should never use. 
- [Paris Hilton's Surrogacy Journey—And What It Actually Takes to Build Your Family This Way](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/paris-hilton-s-surrogacy-journey-and-what-it-actually-takes-to-build-your-family-this-way) — When Paris Hilton announced the birth of her son, the moment looked simple—but the journey behind it wasn’t. Surrogacy involves months (often years) of planning, screening, and coordination. In this guide, we break down exactly how gestational surrogacy works, what the process looks like step by step, and what intended parents should realistically expect—from timelines to costs to choosing the right agency.
- [How to Talk to Your Partner About Becoming a Surrogate: A Practical Guide](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/how-to-talk-to-your-partner-about-becoming-a-surrogate-a-practical-guide) — Thinking about becoming a surrogate but unsure how to tell your partner? Here’s how to approach the conversation with clarity, confidence, and the facts that help build real support.
- [How to Spot a Surrogacy Agency that Actually Lives "Surrogate-First"](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/why-the-best-surrogacy-agency-isn-t-just-about-price-it-s-about-what-you-get-for-it) — You've probably noticed that most surrogacy agencies say the same things: compassionate care, full support, trusted partner. What few agencies talk about openly is this: the way an agency treats its surrogates is the single most accurate predictor of how your journey will go.
- [What Intended Parents Need to Know About Legal Protection for Surrogates—And Why It Protects You Too](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/what-intended-parents-need-to-know-about-legal-protection-for-surrogates-and-why-it-protects-you) — Legal protection for surrogates protects intended parents, too. Learn what a strong surrogacy contract, independent counsel, escrow, and proper vetting should include.
- [How to Vet a Surrogacy Agency: A Complete Guide for Intended Parents](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/how-to-vet-a-surrogacy-agency-a-complete-guide-for-intended-parents) — Choosing a surrogacy agency is one of the most consequential decisions you'll make on the path to parenthood. And because surrogacy in the United States is largely unregulated, the gap between a great agency and a harmful one can be enormous—and isn't always obvious from the outside.
- [The Ultimate Intended Parent FAQ: 50 Questions About the Surrogacy Process, Answered Honestly](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/the-ultimate-intended-parent-faq-50-questions-about-the-surrogacy-process-answered-honestly) — We've helped build over 500 families since 2015, and the one thing we've learned is that informed families make better decisions, have better journeys, and feel better about the whole experience—even when it gets hard. So here are the Top 50 questions intended parents ask us, answered the way we'd answer them in your first conversation with us: directly, specifically, and without the spin.
- [What Is Social Surrogacy? A Complete Guide for Intended Parents](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/what-is-social-surrogacy-a-complete-guide-for-intended-parents) — When most people hear the word "surrogacy," they picture a clear medical diagnosis at the center of it: infertility, a missing uterus, a condition that makes carrying a pregnancy impossible. And yes—that's often part of the story. But it's not the whole story. More and more families are choosing surrogacy for reasons that don't fit neatly into a medical chart. This is called social surrogacy, and it's one of the most misunderstood—and most important—conversations happening in family-building today.
- ["Surrogate Mother" and Other Surrogacy Terms That Deserve a Second Look](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/surrogate-mother-and-other-surrogacy-terms-that-deserve-a-second-look) — If you've been researching surrogacy for any amount of time, you've probably noticed that the terminology feels inconsistent. One article says "surrogate mother." Another says "gestational carrier." Someone in a Facebook group says "surrogacy mom." A well-meaning family member calls a future carrier a "sergeant mother" (yes, really—it's one of the most commonly misspelled searches on the topic). 
- [20 Questions to Ask a Surrogacy Agency Before You Sign (Surrogate Edition)](https://rootssurrogacy.com/blog/20-questions-to-ask-a-surrogacy-agency-before-you-sign-surrogate-edition) — Choosing a surrogacy agency is one of the most consequential decisions you'll make in this entire journey. Get it right, and you have a partner who guides you through every step with clarity, care, and competence. Get it wrong, and you're managing confusion, delays, and unexpected costs on top of an already emotionally demanding process.



## Key information

- Surrogate base compensation: $60,000 (first time) to $150,000+ (experienced carriers)
- Agency plans: Harmony ($50K), Premium Connection ($72K), Executive Bliss ($150K), Total Assurance Program ($400K all-inclusive)
- Surrogate requirements: ages 22-40, BMI under 32, must have delivered a child with at least 50% custody, must live in a surrogate-friendly US state
- Process timeline: approximately 18-24 months from start to baby

## Contact

- Email: info@rootssurrogacy.com
- Website: https://rootssurrogacy.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootssurrogacyagency
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootssurrogacy/
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- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootssurrogacy

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