Katherine Leyva, a surrogate mother, discusses the compensation and bonuses received during the surrogacy process. The initial compensation for a first-time surrogate starts at $55,000.
Additionally, surrogates receive bonuses for certain parts of the process, such as hormone injections, and a monthly stipend from the intended parents. Leyva shared her experience as part of a series on surrogacy, highlighting the financial aspects of the process.