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Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, CA: Surrogate Moms' Healthcare Resource Guide

A Guide Prepared for Surrogate Moms under the care of Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, CA

Surrogacy in Oaks: Healthcare Resource Guide for Surrogates by Los Angeles Surrogacy

Welcome to the Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks: Surrogate Moms’ Healthcare Resource Guide prepared by Los Angeles Surrogacy.

Whether you are one of our treasured surrogate mothers, you are being supported by another surrogacy agency in Thousand Oaks, or you are considering the rewarding journey of becoming a gestational carrier, prioritizing your health and that of the baby you will carry is fundamental to a successful surrogacy experience. We hope this Healthcare Resources Guide serves you well before, during, and after your pregnancy.

We have listed healthcare providers and support services in Thousand Oaks that we believe offer reliable care for gestational mothers. These providers represent what we consider to be quality options in the area based on their credentials, experience, and patient feedback. This guide provides their direct contact information, professional qualifications, and reviews from past patients to help you make informed decisions about your care.

This guide will continue to evolve. We welcome feedback from surrogate mothers throughout the region to help us improve and expand the resources we provide.

1. Medical and Reproductive Health Care

Throughout your surrogacy journey, access to experienced obstetric care supports your health at every stage. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California connects surrogate mothers with board-certified physicians, Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists, and accredited hospitals with Level III neonatal services. This section highlights local providers with the credentials to support a healthy gestational pregnancy. You are free to choose any licensed provider that fits your situation. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California does not recommend any specific provider but highlights the choices readily available to our surrogate mothers. You remain the sole decision-maker about the providers you use in views of your health, well-being, and comfort.

Conejo Women's Medical Center

1.1. Local OB-GYN

Conejo Women's Medical Center

  • Description: A private OB-GYN practice led by Dr. Karie McMurray, MD, FACOG, offering prenatal care, high-risk obstetric management, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Dr. McMurray brings over 25 years of experience and is trained in da Vinci robotic surgery, MonaLisa Touch, and SculpSure procedures. This is a cash-pay boutique practice; the office does not accept most insurance plans. Patients may contact the office directly for self-pay fee information.
  • Address: 415 Rolling Oaks Dr, Suite 260, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361, US
  • Phone: (805) 371-4700
  • Website: https://conejowomensmedicalcenter.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1739 | Longitude: -118.8653
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Board-certified OB-GYN, FACOG; USC School of Medicine; da Vinci robotic surgery certified; MonaLisa Touch certified; SculpSure certified; 25+ years of practice; hospital affiliation: Los Robles Regional Medical Center
  • Patient Feedback:

Grossman & Grossman, MDs

  • Description: A long-established family OB-GYN practice led by Dr. Robert Grossman, MD (45+ years of experience, board-certified OB-GYN, USC Keck School of Medicine, Cedars-Sinai residency, former chief of OB-GYN at Los Robles Hospital, former chief of staff at Westlake Hospital and Thousand Oaks Surgery Hospital) and Dr. Hannah Grossman, MD (20+ years, board-certified OB-GYN, USC School of Medicine). Both physicians are da Vinci robotic surgery certified and affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center.
  • Address: 558 N Ventu Park Rd, Suite A, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, US
  • Phone: (805) 498-0240
  • Website: https://grossmanobgyn.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1821 | Longitude: -118.9280 (approximate — direct link pending Place ID confirmation)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Board-certified OB-GYNs; USC Keck School of Medicine (Dr. Robert Grossman); USC School of Medicine (Dr. Hannah Grossman); da Vinci robotic surgery certified; hospital affiliation: Los Robles Regional Medical Center
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Healthgrades (Dr. Robert Grossman): 4.2 | 31 | View Reviews
    • Yelp: 73 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Grossman & Grossman, MDs

1.2. Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Specialist

Comprehensive Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consultations

Comprehensive Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consultations

  • Description: A perinatology practice led by Dr. Roy Mansano, MD (board-certified OB-GYN and MFM Perinatologist, Harbor-UCLA MFM fellowship, 2008 AGOS/SMFM Award recipient) and Dr. Esther Schmuel, MD (board-certified OB-GYN and MFM specialist). Services include advanced prenatal diagnostics, fetal echocardiogram, 3D/4D ultrasound, genetic testing, amniocentesis, and chorionic villus sampling. Affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center.
  • Address: 555 Marin St, Suite 250, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (818) 345-2455
  • Website: https://www.ultrasoundob.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1705 | Longitude: -118.8618 (approximate — direct link pending Place ID confirmation)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Board-certified OB-GYN and MFM Perinatologist; Harbor-UCLA MFM fellowship; 2008 AGOS/SMFM Award recipient; hospital affiliation: Los Robles Regional Medical Center
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Healthgrades (Dr. Mansano): 3.9 | 21 | View Reviews
    • Yelp: 22 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists of Southern California (Pediatrix Medical Group)

  • Description: A perinatology practice led by Dr. Daryoush Jadali, MD, FACOG, who is double board-certified in OB-GYN and Maternal-Fetal Medicine with over 20 years of MFM experience. Fellowship training was completed at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Services include advanced 3D/4D ultrasound, genetic testing, amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, fetal echocardiogram, and prenatal screening. Dr. Jadali is fluent in English, Farsi, Spanish, and Arabic. Affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center.
  • Address: 2100 Lynn Rd, Suite 125, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 777-7406
  • Website: https://www.pediatrix.com/find-care/practices/southerncaliforniamfm
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1953 | Longitude: -118.8603 (approximate — direct link pending Place ID confirmation)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Double board-certified OB-GYN and MFM; FACOG; Albert Einstein College of Medicine MFM fellowship; 20+ years of MFM practice; hospital affiliation: Los Robles Regional Medical Center
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Healthgrades (Dr. Jadali): 3.9 | 32 | View Reviews
    • Yelp: 30 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists of Southern California (Pediatrix Medical Group)

1.3. Hospital with Labor & Delivery and NICU

Los Robles Regional Medical Center

Los Robles Regional Medical Center

  • Description: A 382-bed acute care hospital in Thousand Oaks offering a full-service Labor & Delivery department with an explicitly surrogate-friendly policy and a Level III NICU. It holds eight consecutive Leapfrog “A” Hospital Safety ratings, ranks #31 among Best Regional Hospitals in California per U.S. News, and is a Level II Trauma Center and STEMI-designated Heart Attack Center. Healthgrades has recognized the facility with multiple national awards across three consecutive years.
  • Address: 215 W Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 497-2727
  • Website: https://www.losrobleshospital.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.2073 | Longitude: -118.8825
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Level III NICU; Joint Commission accredited; Healthgrades America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award (2024, 2025, 2026); Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award (2024, 2025, 2026); America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence (2024, 2025, 2026); Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade “A” (8 consecutive); U.S. News Best Regional Hospital (#31 in California); Level II Trauma Center; STEMI-designated Heart Attack Center; EDAP-rated Emergency Department; surrogate-friendly Labor & Delivery
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Healthgrades: 69% patients recommend | View Profile (Healthgrades uses recommendation percentage, not star ratings, for hospital entities)
    • Yelp: 469 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Dignity Health — St. John's Regional Medical Center

  • Description: A 365-bed nonprofit hospital in nearby Oxnard, founded in 1912 and part of the Dignity Health system, offering a Level III NICU that is the only all-private-room Level III NICU in Ventura County, with 20 private suites. The hospital is the only Certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center in the county and ranks #55 among Best Regional Hospitals in California per U.S. News. A Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care with a Cancer Center accredited by the ACS Commission on Cancer.
  • Address: 1600 N Rose Ave, Oxnard, CA 93030, US
  • Phone: (805) 988-2500
  • Website: https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-coast/locations/stjohnsregional
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.2136 | Longitude: -119.1844 (approximate — direct link pending Place ID confirmation)
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Level III NICU (only all-private-room Level III NICU in Ventura County; 20 private suites); Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals Award; Healthgrades America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award; Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award; Certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center (only in Ventura County); STEMI Receiving Center; AHA Get with the Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Award; Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care; ACS Commission on Cancer-accredited Cancer Center; U.S. News Best Regional Hospital (#55 in California); Dignity Health nonprofit
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Healthgrades: 67% patients recommend | View Profile (Healthgrades uses recommendation percentage, not star ratings, for hospital entities)
    • Yelp: 237 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Dignity Health — St. John's Regional Medical Center

2. Pharmacy, Lab, and Urgent/Emergency Services

Access to reliable pharmacy, laboratory, and urgent care services supports day-to-day health management throughout a gestational pregnancy. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California has identified local compounding pharmacies equipped to fill hormone-related prescriptions, accredited diagnostic labs for routine and prenatal bloodwork, and urgent care clinics available for non-emergency medical needs that fall outside regular OB-GYN office hours. Insurance coverage varies by provider and plan. You are free to use any licensed pharmacy, laboratory, or clinic that fits your situation. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California does not recommend any specific provider but highlights the choices readily available to our surrogate mothers. You remain the sole decision-maker about the providers you use in views of your health, well-being, and comfort.

Specialty Care Pharmacy

2.1. Pharmacies with Fertility Medication Access

Specialty Care Pharmacy

  • Description: A USP 795, 797, and 800 compliant independent compounding pharmacy located inside the Los Robles Professional Park. The pharmacist provides one-on-one consultations with each prescription. Services include custom compounded medications for hormone replacement therapy (including bioidentical hormones), fertility-adjacent compounds, dermatology, pain management, and pediatric formulations. Free delivery is available throughout Ventura County and Los Angeles County. Accepts insurance and credit cards.
  • Address: 313 S Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361, US
  • Phone: (805) 370-7110
  • Website: https://www.specialtycarerxto.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1736618 | Longitude: -118.8773771
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: USP 795, 797, and 800 compliant; BHRT (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy) compounding; hormone consultation services; free local delivery (Ventura + Los Angeles counties)
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Yelp: 21 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Lynn Oaks Compounding Pharmacy

  • Description: An independently owned compounding pharmacy in operation for over 20 years, serving Thousand Oaks and surrounding communities. Specializes in HRT (hormone replacement therapy), custom dosage forms and strengths, immunizations, clinical study drugs, and travel clinic consultations. The pharmacy can source and prepare non-stocked medications by the next business day and provides personalized one-on-one consultations. Delivery and courier shipment options are available.
  • Address: 2220 Lynn Rd, Ste 100, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 495-1015
  • Website: https://lynnoaksrx.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1975 | Longitude: -118.8590 (approximate — direct link pending Place ID confirmation)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: 20+ years in operation; independently owned; HRT and BHRT compounding specialist; travel clinic; immunization services; clinical study drug compounding
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Yelp: 46 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Lynn Oaks Compounding Pharmacy
Quest Diagnostics — Thousand Oaks Rolling Oaks Dr

2.2. Ultrasound and Bloodwork Laboratories

Quest Diagnostics — Thousand Oaks Rolling Oaks Dr

  • Description: A national diagnostic laboratory offering bloodwork, prenatal panels, hormone testing, and a broad range of clinical lab services. This location is situated inside Rolling Oaks Plaza at the corner of Rolling Oaks Drive and Moorpark Road (Entrance 2). Appointments are available online and recommended for priority service; walk-ins are also welcome. Open Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, and Saturday, 7:30–11:30 AM.
  • Address: 77 Rolling Oaks Dr, Suite 120, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361, US
  • Phone: (805) 497-8149
  • Website: https://locations.questdiagnostics.com/ca/thousand-oaks/77-rolling-oaks-dr
  • Credentials & Affiliations: CLIA-certified national reference laboratory; physician-ordered and direct-access testing; prenatal and hormonal panels; COVID-19 testing; Quest Direct self-purchased testing available
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Yelp: 42 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Labcorp — Thousand Oaks

  • Description: A national clinical laboratory with a patient service center on Haaland Drive. Services include routine bloodwork, prenatal screening panels, hormonal testing, pediatric collections, DOT drug screenings, and more. Open Monday through Friday with a midday break; walk-ins are welcome and appointments are available. Results are accessible through the Labcorp Patient Portal.
  • Address: 425 Haaland Dr, Ste 106, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361, US
  • Phone: (805) 371-8407
  • Website: https://locations.labcorp.com/ca/thousand-oaks/24639/
  • Credentials & Affiliations: CLIA-certified national reference laboratory; prenatal panel testing; hormonal and fertility testing; Labcorp Patient Portal for secure result access
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Yelp: 25 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Labcorp — Thousand Oaks
Exer Urgent Care — Thousand Oaks

2.3. Urgent and Emergency Care

Exer Urgent Care — Thousand Oaks

  • Description: A walk-in urgent care clinic open seven days a week from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, located at the corner of Moorpark Road and Hillcrest Drive, adjacent to Janss Marketplace. Staffed by ER-trained physicians, Exer treats non-life-threatening illness and injury including UTIs, respiratory infections, rashes, and minor injuries. On-site X-ray, diagnostic lab services, DOT physicals, and immunizations are available. VirtualCare telehealth services are also offered. Accepts most major insurance plans and Medicare.
  • Address: 166 N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 371-4499
  • Website: https://exerurgentcare.com/locations_blue/thousand-oaks/
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1920 | Longitude: -118.8710 (approximate — direct link pending Place ID confirmation)
  • Price Range: $$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: ER-trained physicians; on-site X-ray; diagnostic lab services; DOT physical exams; VirtualCare telehealth; immunizations and vaccinations; accepts most major insurance, Medicare
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Yelp: 42 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Carbon Health Urgent Care — Thousand Oaks

  • Description: A modern urgent care clinic open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, offering walk-in and same-day appointment service. Provides urgent care, primary care, pediatric urgent care (ages 6 months to 18 years), virtual urgent care, workplace health, and STI testing. The clinic offers online and app-based booking with post-visit follow-up messaging. X-ray, on-site labs, and occupational health services are available. Accepts most major insurance plans. Self-pay pricing is also available.
  • Address: 620 E Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (818) 510-4512
  • Website: https://carbonhealth.com/en/locations/thousand-oaks-ca
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1996787 | Longitude: -118.8670856
  • Price Range: $$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Board-certified physicians; on-site X-ray and lab services; pediatric urgent care; virtual care integration; occupational health; accepts most major insurance plans, self-pay accepted
  • Patient Feedback:
Carbon Health Urgent Care — Thousand Oaks

3. Support Systems

Surrogacy is as much an emotional and nutritional undertaking as it is a medical one, and the Thousand Oaks area offers a range of professional support services that address wellbeing from multiple angles. Gestational mothers may find value in working with licensed mental health professionals who understand the unique psychological dimensions of carrying a child for another family, as well as registered dietitians who specialize in prenatal and reproductive nutrition. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California, recognizes that day-to-day nourishment and emotional grounding are foundational to a healthy surrogacy journey. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California does not recommend any specific provider but highlights the choices readily available to our surrogate mothers. You remain the sole decision-maker about the providers you use in views of your health, well-being, and comfort.

Circle of Life Counseling Center

3.1. Licensed Mental Health Professionals

Circle of Life Counseling Center

  • Description: Circle of Life Counseling Center is a multi-therapist group practice founded in 2008 and led by Clinical Director Sara Rector, LMFT. Rector brings more than 20 years of experience as a Jungian psychotherapist and holds particular depth in infertility, surrogacy, perinatal mental health, and postpartum adjustment. The practice offers psychological evaluations for surrogates and intended parents, individual therapy, and ongoing pregnancy and infertility support groups. Rector is an active member of RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association and authored Manifesting Motherhood with Positive Conception Intention. The center accepts most major insurance plans, Medi-Cal, and Medicare, and offers a sliding scale for eligible clients. Both in-person and telehealth appointments are available.
  • Address: 501 Marin Street, Suite 114, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 494-1414
  • Website: https://circleoflifecounselingcenter.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1842 | Longitude: -118.8805 (approximate — pending GPS confirmation)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Sara Rector, LMFT #31230; NPI 1083078760; RESOLVE member; practice founded 2008; sliding scale available; Medi-Cal and Medicare accepted
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Yelp: reviews available — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Counseling Conejo Valley

  • Description: Counseling Conejo Valley is a private therapy practice run by Kimberly Zevallos, MA, LMFT, a Pepperdine University-trained clinician with more than 15 years of experience. Zevallos holds a certificate from Postpartum Support International and is a board member of the Ventura County Chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. Her clinical focus includes perinatal and postpartum mental health, trauma, anxiety, OCD, and depression. She is certified in Brainspotting and trained in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy. The practice operates on an out-of-network model, with superbills submitted directly on behalf of clients. A complimentary 15-minute consultation is available for new clients. Both in-person and telehealth sessions are offered.
  • Address: 145 Hodencamp Road, Suite 204, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 410-4541
  • Website: https://counselingconejovalley.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1893 | Longitude: -118.8774 (approximate — pending GPS confirmation)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Kimberly Zevallos, MA, LMFT #80021; NPI 1487270898; Postpartum Support International certificate; Brainspotting certified; Ventura County CAMFT board member; out-of-network superbills submitted directly
  • Patient Feedback:
Counseling Conejo Valley
Whole Foods Market — Thousand Oaks

3.2. Nutritional Support

Grocery & Daily Essentials

Whole Foods Market — Thousand Oaks

  • Description: Whole Foods Market is a full-service natural and organic grocery chain and the first nationally certified organic grocer in the United States. The Thousand Oaks location carries a broad selection of organic produce, non-GMO pantry staples, vegan, paleo, and gluten-free products, and specialty dietary items. In-store eateries, a custom bakery, and a prepared foods section offer convenient options for days when cooking is not practical. Amazon Prime members receive additional in-store savings. The store is open daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, making it accessible around varying appointment and rest schedules throughout a surrogacy pregnancy.
  • Address: 740 N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 777-4730
  • Website: https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/thousandoaks
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1878033 | Longitude: -118.8733499
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Reputation: First nationally certified organic grocer in the US; Amazon Prime member discounts; full-service prepared foods, bakery, and in-store dining
  • Customer Feedback:
    • Yelp: 320 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Trader Joe's — Thousand Oaks

  • Description: Trader Joe’s is a neighborhood grocery chain known for its house-brand products, which contain no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. The Thousand Oaks location stocks organic produce, specialty and seasonal items, and a rotating selection of international foods alongside everyday staples. Competitive pricing makes it a practical option for stocking a nutrient-dense pantry throughout a surrogacy pregnancy without significant cost burden. The store is open daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM and is conveniently located in the northern part of Thousand Oaks, near the Avenida De Los Arboles corridor.
  • Address: 451 Avenida De Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 492-7107
  • Website: https://locations.traderjoes.com/ca/thousand-oaks/196/
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.218697 | Longitude: -118.869156
  • Price Range: $$
  • Reputation: No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives in house-brand products; organic produce; competitive pricing; specialty and seasonal inventory
  • Customer Feedback:
    • Yelp: 113 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Trader Joe's — Thousand Oaks
Silvina Cox, MPH, RDN

Nutritionists and Dietitians

Silvina Cox, MPH, RDN

  • Description: Silvina Cox is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with more than 25 years of clinical experience and dual academic credentials from California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo (BS, Nutrition and Dietetics, 1988) and UCLA (Master of Public Health, 1990). Her practice is based at 555 Marin Street in Thousand Oaks and addresses a range of nutrition concerns relevant to surrogacy and reproductive health, including intuitive eating, PCOS, gestational weight concerns, Type 2 diabetes management, and GI health. Cox accepts Blue Shield of California insurance and offers telehealth sessions for clients who prefer remote appointments. Her approach emphasizes a non-diet, evidence-based framework suited to the changing nutritional demands of pregnancy.
  • Address: 555 Marin Street, Suite 110, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 492-1911
  • Website: https://silvinardn.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.184275 | Longitude: -118.880522
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: MPH, RDN; Commission on Dietetic Registration #725396; BS Cal Poly SLO 1988; MPH UCLA 1990; Blue Shield of California accepted; telehealth available
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Yelp: reviews available | View Reviews — review count and star rating not publicly confirmed

Nourished with Kindness

  • Description: Nourished with Kindness is a group dietitian practice located on Marin Street in Thousand Oaks, staffed by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists specializing in fertility and pregnancy nutrition, hormone health, PCOS, eating disorders, gastrointestinal conditions, and intuitive eating. The practice operates from a weight-inclusive, non-diet philosophy and serves adolescents, adults, and families. PPO insurance plans often cover services at 100%, making the practice accessible to surrogates with employer-sponsored coverage. Both in-person and telehealth appointments are offered, providing flexibility for clients managing busy prenatal schedules. The group format means clients may be matched with a dietitian whose specialty aligns most closely with their individual nutritional concerns during the surrogacy journey.
  • Address: 509 Marin Street, Suite 228, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 267-9298
  • Website: https://nourishedwithkindness.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1842 | Longitude: -118.8805 (approximate — pending GPS confirmation)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Credentials & Affiliations: Group practice of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists; specializations include fertility/pregnancy, PCOS, eating disorders, GI health; weight-inclusive care model; PPO insurance often covered at 100%; telehealth and in-person
  • Patient Feedback:
    • Yelp: reviews available | View Reviews — review count and star rating not publicly confirmed
Nourished with Kindness

4. Practical & Logistical Support

Throughout a surrogacy journey, daily logistics affect well-being alongside medical care. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California recognizes that surrogate mothers may need practical resources, including a properly inspected home environment, childcare for existing dependents, and comfortable accommodations for visiting family or intended parents. This section offers information on home inspectors, state-licensed childcare centers, and hotels at multiple price points in and near Thousand Oaks. These are suggestions drawn from verified listings and professional credentials. You are welcome to use any qualified provider that suits your needs. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California does not recommend any specific provider but highlights the choices readily available to our surrogate mothers. You remain the sole decision-maker about the providers you use in view of your health, well-being, and comfort.

Cal Certified Inspections

4.1. Safe and Comfortable Housing Environment

Home Inspectors

Cal Certified Inspections

  • Description: Cal Certified Inspections is a mobile home inspection service serving Thousand Oaks and surrounding communities including Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, and Malibu. Owner and inspector Greg White, a Thousand Oaks native, holds certifications from InterNACHI, IAC2 (Indoor Air Consultants), the Housing Inspection Foundation, and the California Department of Real Estate. Operating since 2009, the company has completed more than 3,000 inspections and maintains a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Clients are encouraged to attend their inspection and receive a full walkthrough of findings. Reports are typically delivered within 24 hours.
  • Address: Mobile service — no fixed business address; Thousand Oaks, CA 91319, US
  • Phone: (818) 585-7436
  • Website: https://calcertified.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1706 | Longitude: -118.8376 (approximate — city center; mobile service)
  • Price Range: $$
  • Credentials: InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector (CPI); IAC2 (Indoor Air Consultants); Housing Inspection Foundation; California DRE certified; 3,000+ inspections completed; 400+ 5-star reviews across platforms
  • Feedback:
    • Yelp: 200 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

CalSpec Home Inspectors, LLC

  • Description: CalSpec Home Inspectors is a licensed mobile inspection firm serving Thousand Oaks and Ventura County, founded and operated by Randy Hallford, who combines home inspection credentials with a background in insurance adjusting and construction. CalSpec is ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) certified, carries $1 million in Errors and Omissions and General Liability insurance, and includes a 100-day home warranty with every inspection. Services include general residential inspection, sewer line video inspection, infrared thermal imaging, pool and spa inspection. The firm is listed among Yelp’s top home inspectors in Thousand Oaks.
  • Address: Mobile service — no fixed business address; Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, US
  • Phone: (805) 813-3999
  • Website: http://www.californiainspector.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1821 | Longitude: -118.9280 (approximate — Newbury Park area; mobile service)
  • Price Range: $$
  • Credentials: ASHI Certified; $1 million E&O and General Liability insurance; 100-day home warranty included; pool/spa inspection; infrared thermal imaging
  • Feedback:
CalSpec Home Inspectors, LLC
Fredrickson Family Early Childhood Center — California Lutheran University

4.2. Childcare and Dependent Care

Fredrickson Family Early Childhood Center — California Lutheran University

  • Description: The Fredrickson Family Early Childhood Center (ECC), operated on the campus of California Lutheran University, is a non-discriminatory, California-licensed childcare program serving children from newborn through age 6. The center has been in continuous operation since 1974 and holds certification as a Nature Explore Certified Outdoor Classroom, reflecting its emphasis on nature-based, experiential learning. Programs span infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and Young 5s. The current facility, dedicated in March 2011, operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and is open to families from both the university community and the broader Thousand Oaks area.
  • Address: 60 W Olsen Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 493-3247
  • Website: https://www.callutheran.edu/early-childhood-center/
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1984 | Longitude: -118.8638 (approximate — California Lutheran University campus)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Reputation: California Department of Social Services licensed; Nature Explore Certified Outdoor Classroom; established 1974; non-discriminatory admissions; operated by California Lutheran University
  • Feedback:
    • Yelp: reviews available | View Reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed

Thousand Oaks KinderCare

  • Description: Thousand Oaks KinderCare is a California-licensed childcare center serving children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, with nationally accredited programs spanning infant, toddler, Discovery Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K, and before/after school. The center also offers summer programs. Director Lisa Loessberg has been with KinderCare since 1991. Located just off Freeway 23 and convenient to central Thousand Oaks, the center is open Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. KinderCare is NAEYC affiliated and offers financial assistance options for eligible families. Meals and snacks are provided daily.
  • Address: 2425 Oak Brook Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, US
  • Phone: (805) 492-2495
  • Website: https://www.kindercare.com/our-centers/thousand-oaks/ca/300856
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1617 | Longitude: -118.8382 (approximate — flagged)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Reputation: California-licensed; NAEYC affiliated; established 1991; financial assistance available for eligible families; meals provided
  • Feedback:
    • Yelp: 28 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Thousand Oaks KinderCare

4.3. Travel and Accommodations

4-Star Hotels

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village

  • Description: The Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village is a luxury full-service resort located approximately 5 miles east of central Thousand Oaks, at the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains. The property features the Center for Health & Wellbeing — a nationally recognized wellness destination offering consultations, daily fitness classes, guided hikes, and an award-winning spa — making it particularly well-suited for guests seeking restorative accommodations during a surrogacy journey. The hotel offers five distinct dining venues, multiple outdoor pools including an adults-only Serenity Pool, and extensive family-friendly programming. Valet parking, concierge services, and ground transportation arrangements are available.
  • Address: 2 Dole Dr, Westlake Village, CA 91362, US
  • Phone: (818) 575-3000
  • Website: https://www.fourseasons.com/westlakevillage/
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1510743 | Longitude: -118.8048724 (confirmed)
  • Price Range: $$$$
  • Feedback:
    • TripAdvisor: 4 of 5 | #1 of 4 hotels in Westlake Village | View Reviews
    • Yelp: 612 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Ventura County

3-Star Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Ventura County

  • Description: The Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Ventura County is a renovated 3-star hotel located off US-101 in the Newbury Park section of Thousand Oaks. Amenities include an outdoor heated pool and spa, The Bistro restaurant serving daily breakfast and dinner with an all-day Starbucks station, a full bar, a fitness center, and 24-hour business services. The property offers over 1,000 square feet of meeting space and is pet-friendly. It is convenient to Amgen’s corporate headquarters, California Lutheran University, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, and the Conejo Valley Wine Trail. Booking.com rates the property 8.4 / Very Good based on 113 verified reviews.
  • Address: 1710 Newbury Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, US
  • Phone: (805) 499-3900
  • Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/oxrto-courtyard-thousand-oaks-ventura-county/overview/
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1756 | Longitude: -118.9285 (approximate — flagged)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Feedback:
    • Marriott Bonvoy: 4.4 / 5 | 765 reviews | View Reviews
    • Booking.com: 8.4 / Very Good | 113 reviews
    • TripAdvisor: View Reviews
    • Yelp: 106 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks

  • Description: The Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks is a 3-story, 125-room hotel built in 2009, located just off US-101 at N. Ventu Park Road in the Newbury Park area. The property offers a complimentary hot breakfast buffet served daily, an outdoor heated pool and whirlpool, a 24-hour fitness center, a 24-hour business center, and free Wi-Fi throughout. All rooms include a refrigerator, microwave, flat-screen TV, and a workspace. The hotel is within walking distance of several dining and shopping options and is approximately 3 miles from The Oaks mall. TripAdvisor rates it 4 of 5 based on 973 traveler reviews, ranked #3 of 9 hotels in Thousand Oaks.
  • Address: 510 N Ventu Park Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, US
  • Phone: (805) 375-0376
  • Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/laxtohx-hampton-suites-thousand-oaks-ca/
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1829 | Longitude: -118.9278 (approximate — flagged)
  • Price Range: $$$
  • Feedback:
    • TripAdvisor: 4 of 5 | 973 reviews | #3 of 9 hotels in Thousand Oaks | View Reviews
    • Booking.com: 8.4 / Very Good
    • Yelp: 160 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks
Palm Garden Hotel

2-Star Hotels

Palm Garden Hotel

  • Description: Palm Garden Hotel is a locally owned and operated 140-room hotel in Thousand Oaks, consistently ranked among the top hotels in the city on major travel platforms. The property includes Selvin’s Restaurant (on-site dining), an outdoor heated pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, complimentary breakfast, concierge services, 12,000 square feet of event space, and pet-friendly accommodations. Hotels.com rates it 9.2 out of 10 based on 1,386 reviews. TripAdvisor ranks it #2 of 9 hotels in Thousand Oaks with a 4 of 5 rating from 742 reviews. Its location on N. Ventu Park Road places it within easy reach of US-101 and nearby dining, retail, and the Oaks Shopping Center.
  • Address: 495 N Ventu Park Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, US
  • Phone: (805) 716-4200
  • Website: https://www.palmgardenhotel.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1827 | Longitude: -118.9278 (approximate — flagged)
  • Price Range: $$
  • Feedback:
    • TripAdvisor: 4 of 5 | 742 reviews | #2 of 9 hotels in Thousand Oaks | View Reviews
    • Hotels.com: 9.2 / 10 | 1,386 reviews
    • Yelp: 266 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

  • Description: Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn is a 107-room property on W. Thousand Oaks Boulevard, renovated in 2020 and centrally located in the heart of Thousand Oaks. The property offers complimentary breakfast, an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness room, and an on-site restaurant (Original Pizza Cookery). The hotel includes approximately 5,000 square feet of meeting space. Booking.com rates it 8.2 out of 10 based on 364 verified reviews. TripAdvisor rates it 4 of 5 from 694 reviews and ranks it #5 of 9 hotels in Thousand Oaks. The property is pet-friendly and offers easy access to the Janss Marketplace and The Oaks shopping areas.
  • Address: 75 W Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US
  • Phone: (805) 497-3701
  • Website: https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/thousand-oaks/hotel-rooms/best-western-plus-thousand-oaks-inn/propertyCode.05651.html
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1784592 | Longitude: -118.878685 (confirmed)
  • Price Range: $$
  • Feedback:
    • TripAdvisor: 4 of 5 | 694 reviews | #5 of 9 hotels in Thousand Oaks | View Reviews
    • Booking.com: 8.2 / 10 | 364 reviews
    • Yelp: 111 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

5. Legal and Administrative Access

Surrogacy involves a range of legal and administrative documents that may require notarization — including parental rights agreements, advanced healthcare directives, power of attorney forms, and identity-related paperwork. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California recognizes that surrogate mothers may need these services at various points throughout the journey, sometimes with little advance notice. This section lists certified, bonded, and insured mobile notary signing agents who serve Thousand Oaks and the surrounding Ventura County area. Mobile notaries travel to your location, whether at home, a medical facility, or another site of your choosing. These are suggestions based on publicly verified credentials and community feedback. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California does not recommend any specific provider but highlights the choices readily available to our surrogate mothers. You remain the sole decision-maker about the providers you use in view of your health, well-being, and comfort.

Rhonda's Mobile Notary

5.1. Notary Services

Rhonda's Mobile Notary

  • Description: Rhonda’s Mobile Notary is operated by Rhonda Dumond, a Certified Notary Signing Agent with more than 12 years of experience serving Ventura and Los Angeles Counties. Rhonda is a member of the National Notary Association (NNA) and holds $100,000 in Errors and Omissions insurance and a $15,000 bond. Services include general notarization, loan document signing, estate planning documents, affidavits, bills of sale, power of attorney, 401K and retirement forms, parental waiver forms, birth record applications, apostille services, and passport notarization. Rhonda accepts electronic documents, maintains a dual laser printer and fax copier, and accepts payment via cash, Zelle, and Venmo. Available seven days a week from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. ASL-proficient service available upon request.
  • Address: 2615 Miller Pl, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, US (mobile service — comes to your location)
  • Phone: (805) 231-9669
  • Website: https://www.yelp.com/biz/rhondas-mobile-notary-thousand-oaks-2
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.2146151 | Longitude: -118.8239084 (confirmed)
  • Price Range: $$
  • Reputation: Certified Notary Signing Agent; NNA member; $100,000 E&O insurance; $15,000 bond; 12+ years in business; mobile service covering Ventura and Los Angeles Counties; ASL proficient
  • Feedback:
    • Yelp: 102 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews

Blue Ink Notary and Loan Signing LLC

  • Description: Blue Ink Notary and Loan Signing LLC is operated by Kathryn Gudmundson, a California-commissioned notary public and Certified Loan Signing Agent based in Thousand Oaks. Kathryn holds NNA certification, Loan Signing System (LSS) certification, and Notary Public Seminars (NPS) certification, and carries $1 million in Errors and Omissions insurance. She is DOJ-certified as a fingerprinting roller. Services include general notarizations, real estate loan signings, estate planning packages (power of attorney, advanced healthcare directives, wills, certification of trust), remote online notarizations, apostille services, and document translation in over 150 languages. Appointments are available 24/7 including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Nextdoor named Blue Ink a Neighborhood Favorite in the Thousand Oaks community.
  • Address: 1401 E Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, US (mobile service — comes to your location)
  • Phone: (805) 907-2767
  • Website: https://www.blueinknotaryca.com
  • Coordinates: Latitude: 34.1992 | Longitude: -118.8618 (approximate — flagged)
  • Price Range: $$
  • Reputation: California-commissioned notary public; NNA certified; LSS certified; NPS certified; $1 million E&O insurance; CA bonded; DOJ-certified fingerprinting roller; background screened by NNA; Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite (Thousand Oaks, 2023–present)
  • Feedback:
    • Yelp: 48 reviews — star rating not publicly confirmed | View Reviews
Blue Ink Notary and Loan Signing LLC

6. Emergency and Contingency Planning

Knowing who to contact in an urgent or unexpected situation provides meaningful reassurance throughout a surrogacy journey. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California ensures that every surrogate mother has access to dedicated agency support from the moment a contract is signed. Whether facing a medical concern, logistical challenge, or question that falls outside normal business hours, surrogate mothers are never without a direct line of contact. This section outlines the agency point of contact structure available to you. The support resources described below are provided by Los Angeles Surrogacy as part of the surrogacy program; they are not third-party providers. Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, California does not recommend any specific external provider for emergency situations but works to connect surrogate mothers with appropriate resources as needs arise. You remain the sole decision-maker about the providers and services you use in view of your health, well-being, and comfort.

6.1 24/7 Agency Point of Contact

  • Description: You will have a dedicated 24/7 contact number for urgent support throughout your gestational journey. Your case manager will be assigned upon contract signing and will provide comprehensive support coordination.
  • Primary Contact: Your assigned Case Manager (name and direct contact information will be provided upon contract execution)
  • 24/7 Urgent Support Line: Agency emergency hotline (number will be provided at program enrollment and programmed into your phone)
Los Angeles Surrogacy Agency-Contact

ABOUT LOS ANGELES SURROGACY

We hope you found this guide useful, a good resource to keep handy when you need it as your pregnancy progresses.

As a surrogate mom under the care of Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, you know your primary responsibility is to prioritize staying in great health and keeping yourself in a well-adjusted, supportive environment. Call your case manager as you need to fulfill this goal.

If you are not yet a surrogate mother and would like more information about being in the care of Los Angeles Surrogacy in Thousand Oaks, check out our Google reviews and how we help surrogacy candidates to approach this big adventure.

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