If
you are unable to carry a pregnancy, you may still have the option
of parenting a biological child through surrogacy. Surrogacy usually
involves the insemination of a third party with your partner’s
sperm. The surrogate’s egg is used. You may also try gestational
surrogacy, where an embryo from your egg and your partner’s
sperm is created via IVF and that egg is then transferred to the
surrogate for gestation.
Finding a surrogate candidate is a bit
more extensive than finding a donor, because the process obviously
involves
more commitment.
Many times, a close relative will volunteer for surrogacy. If
that is not the case, it is best to find a surrogacy program that
screens
for all genetic problems, STDs, and general health. These programs
are very expensive, because of the commitment involved. If you
are considering surrogacy, you should contact a lawyer experienced
in
this field to draw up a contract to identify rights and responsibilities
involved in the process.
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Introduction
Fertility Drugs
Artificial
Insemination
Assisted Reproductive Technology
Surrogates
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