Introduction — U.S. Systems Supporting Diverse Family Building
In the U.S.—especially Los Angeles—fertility clinics increasingly support single men and same-sex couples who pursue parenthood via donor eggs and gestational surrogacy. Clinics are generally open and nondiscriminatory toward LGBTQ+ and single intended parents. Care begins with an initial consult to align goals
then proceeds through donor selection
embryo creation
and surrogate matching.
1) Who Is Eligible and How Counseling Works
Eligible intended parents include men—single or partnered—who wish to have children. The first visit aligns preferences on genetics
donor criteria
surrogate requirements
and ethical/legal considerations. The clinical team then outlines testing
donor search
and legal steps.
2) Choosing an Egg Donor (Known vs. Anonymous; Frozen vs. Fresh)
Donors may be known (friend/relative) or anonymous via an agency. Known donations require legal contracts and psychological evaluations. Anonymous donors are chosen from profiles including photos
family/medical history
and education.
| Type / 種類 | Features / 特徴 | Pros / メリット | Notes / 注意点 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh (新鲜卵子) | 採卵スケジュールを合わせる | 状態が良好なことが多い | 準備に約2か月、費用高め（$35,000〜$40,000） |
| Frozen (冷凍卵子) | 保管済みで即時手配可 | 即日発送や迅速利用、コスト低（約$3,000/個） | 成功率は品質・保存条件に依存 |
3) Embryo Creation and Testing (ICSI / PGT)
Once eggs are ready
fertilization is performed via ICSI and embryos are cultured to blastocyst over 5–6 days. PGT may be added to screen chromosomes and
where permitted
determine sex (typical cost USD 4
000–4
500). Sperm can be frozen in advance; baseline semen analysis is required.
4) Selecting and Matching with a Gestational Surrogate
Surrogates are screened medically and psychologically. After legal agreements
the cycle moves toward embryo transfer. Matching timelines vary by criteria (e.g.
prior births
marital status
location). Clinics coordinate closely with attorneys and counselors to ensure informed consent.
5) Typical Costs and Package Options
Many agencies offer risk-mitigation options such as stage-based guarantees (fertilization
implantation
live birth) and discounted multi-egg bundles (‘comfort packages’).
| 項目 / Item | 概算費用（USD） / Est. Cost | 補足 / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 新鮮卵子ドナー | $35,000–$40,000 | 人気ドナーは追加費用の可能性 |
| 冷凍卵子 | 約$3,000/個 | 複数個のパッケージ割引あり |
| PGT検査 | $4,000–$4,500 | 染色体検査・（地域により性別情報） |
| 代理母関連費用 | $80,000–$120,000 | スクリーニング・契約・妊娠・出産等を含むことが多い |
6) The Broader U.S. Context of Family Diversity
Donor–surrogacy pathways operate within established legal and ethical frameworks in the U.S.
and social acceptance is broad. For single men and same-sex couples
parenthood via these routes is a recognized family-building option.
Understand before you decide.