There are also some pros and cons the surrogate mother should consider. The pros include monetary rewards if this is her main source of income. A surrogate mother known to the couple may feel contentment knowing she is helping them become parents. Some of the cons for the surrogate mothers would be dealing with a lengthy and medically invasive process and the feeling of attachment to the child, making it harder to let go.
There are also advantages and disadvantages to acting as a surrogate mother.
For couples who are aspiring to have their own child, surrogacy is a great option as they will have a baby that will be biologically theirs.