Ethics
How we protect parents and surrogates
The short answer
SMARTPath protects intended parents with licensed, bonded escrow, independent legal counsel, transparent costs and dedicated coordinators. Surrogates receive their own legal representation, personal support and cover for lost wages, childcare and travel.
For intended parents
- Licensed, bonded escrow only
- Independent legal counsel, with no shared lawyers
- No hidden fees or surprise invoices
- Dedicated case coordinators at every milestone
- Only reputable, ethical clinics
For surrogates
- Lost wages, childcare, travel and wellness needs covered
- Your own independent legal representation
- A support coordinator who checks in regularly
- A community that respects what you do
Why it matters
Parts of the surrogacy world are broken. In 2025, reports from Arcadia, California described 21 children linked to one agency arrangement, and showed how badly things can go wrong when corners are cut. When surrogacy goes wrong, it’s someone’s baby, someone’s body and someone’s trust.
Before you sign with any agency, ask who holds your money, who represents each person, and who answers the phone when something goes wrong.