My name is Kim Cotton I was a surrogate myself in 1985 and again in 1991.
I was the co-founder and Chairperson of COTS (Childlessness Overcome Through Surrogacy), which was established in 1988 to help childless couples achieve their dream of parenthood. Cots will be closing in 2025, so far we had achieved 1,036 surrogate births.
I have 40 years of personal experience in this field. I am as passionate about surrogacy as I was when I first heard about it in 1983.
It can be daunting to contemplate this incredible journey to parenthood.
This advice line has been set up to guide you through the complexities of a surrogate arrangement. To arm you with the tools you need to confidently navigate through this remarkable journey.
Where does one Start?
If you are thinking about a surrogate journey but clueless as to where to begin you can book a call with me at the Surrogacy Advice Line. With forty years of personal experience within the surrogacy world I can offer you independent advice, signposting and whole-hearted support.
For Intended Parents
Where do I start?
What is the process?
What criteria do we have to meet?
Implications Session
How much will it cost?
Which IVF units offer surrogacy?
How do I find a surrogate?
Screening information
International Surrogacy?
Egg Banks
For Matched Parents
Agreement Sessions
Information on lawyers specialising in surrogacy
Lawyers who specialise in wills to cover surrogate arrangements
Life Insurance companies
Mediation if required
Breast Feeding Your Surrogate Child
Parental Order Information
For Potential Surrogates
What criteria do I have to meet?
Traditional or Gestational Surrogacy: what is the difference?
Can I get paid?
How do I find Intended Parents?
Implications Session
Agreement Session once matched
Calls are charged at £100.00 per hour
Implications Session for IPS cost £100.00 virtual video call
Implications Session for Surrogates cost £100.00 virtual video call
Agreement Session at £300.00 to include agreement template document. This is a three-way virtual call with me, IPS and Surrogates once matched.
Charges
