Hi, unfortunately, many people do not delve into this issue. Usually, people who do not suffer from infertility and do not have serious diseases that can prevent them from having a baby do not think about it. This is understandable, but everyone must take into account the rights and desires of others. Some people condemn surrogacy, not thinking that for someone this is the only chance to become parents. Do not blame the choice of other people, not knowing the reasons. Unfortunately surrogacy is prohibited in many countries. Therefore, many childless couples have to go abroad.

Hi girls! Glad to see you on this forum! I also believe that many people are biased towards surrogacy due to insufficient knowledge. Some people still believe that the surrogate mother is the biological mother of the child. But this practice is prohibited almost everywhere. If the eggs of the biological mother for some reason are not suitable, donor eggs are used. Also, there is an opinion that surrogacy is available only to rich people. This alone is not true, of course, if we are not talking about America.

Surrogacy is legal in some USA, but not all of them. In most of these states, there is no surrogacy law. The child’s parentage is recognised by a judge during the surrogate mother’s pregnancy. Usually during the sixth month. The judge bases their decision on the agreement of the parties and the precedents set by the US Courts. For this reason, it is essential to carefully choose the state where the surrogacy process will be carried out. But in the USA there are really high prices, the cost of the program can exceed $ 140,000. I think that you will agree with me, this is a rather large amount, taking into account the fact that there is no 100% guarantee. But there are countries where surrogacy is prohibited at all.

Yes, there are countries that completely outlaw all kinds of surrogacy. Or make surrogacy impossible to complete by making contracts unenforceable. While it’s likely that surrogacy still occurs in private deals, it’s highly recommended that you do not pursue a surrogacy in these countries, due to the possible legal repercussions involved. By the way, surrogacy is also allowed in Russia and Ukraine. And until recently, it was available in India and Thailand. But the authorities of Thailand and India have banned surrogacy for foreign couples. Have you heard about this?

Yes, i also know, that the Surrogacy Bill bans all foreign applicants, bringing to an end a period during which India became the world’s “fertility tourism” hotspot. The new law’s supporters say it will also protect vulnerable women from being exploited by unscrupulous agents for wealthy Indian clients seeking to jump adoption queues. Now, surrogate mothers must be a “close relative” and recipients must be infertile couples who have been married at least five years. The law only allow “altruistic surrogacy”. As now surrogates will be stopped from accepting money, other than payment of medical bills. However opponents say prohibition of commercial surrogacy could push the business underground. And that the definition of “close relative” is problematic. Given the social relations in some Indian societies, there is also a worry that due to power dynamics some females could be coerced into such situations. The bill bans any form of surrogacy for gay people, single parents and unmarried couples, prompting some to call it archaic.

Yes, girls, Thailand and India are closed to foreign couples. Although these areas have long been extremely attractive a few years ago. First of all, due to the low cost of services and the lack of a large number of requirements. In my opinion, now the most affordable option is Ukraine. Unlike Russia, there are more affordable prices. What do you think about it? Do you support my opinion?

Clearly, the international laws regarding surrogacy are variable and complicated. If you’re looking to complete a surrogacy, the safest and friendliest place to do so is within the Ukraine. Many international couples come to the Ukraine for surrogacy because of the state regulations that permit commercial surrogacy and protect both parties of the agreement fully. Regardless of where you end up completing your surrogacy, make sure that you completely understand the surrogacy laws in that country and how you can protect your interests as a prospective surrogate or intended parent. Many countries do not allow for compensated surrogacy, which means intended parents must already have a close friend or family member in that country who is willing to complete an altruistic surrogacy. In other countries, surrogacy may be banned entirely for non-citizens — making it impossible for an international intended parent to pursue a surrogacy there. If intended parents have the choice between a surrogacy-friendly country and one that restricts surrogacy, it would be best to choose the former. Choosing a surrogacy-restricted country may result in legal difficulties for intended parents trying to bring their baby back to their native country.

We congratulate you! I am sure that you have made the right choice. There are really a lot of positive reviews about this clinic. I know that they came to London last year. However, I could not get to meet them. Unfortunately, I found out about this very late. Why do you think there is so much false information about surrogacy on the Internet?

Oh, there is still an opinion that surrogates are poor women. In the case of India, this is possible. However, most surrogates enter the program not only for the sake of money, but also out of a desire to help infertile couples. Some surrogates after giving birth to infertile couples enter the program again and again. Therefore, in most cases, this information has no reason. However, I am sure that a surrogate mother should receive money for her work. After all, they commit a noble deed.

Yes, I agre with you, while being a surrogate is ideal for women who underwent easy pregnancies and deliveries, the process takes time and dedication. The month before an embryo transfer, a potential carrier must take hormonal medications. Many times, via an injection series. She must also visit the fertility clinic on a regular basis to make sure she is responding to the medications. These appointments can be for bloodwork or even an ultrasound. An embryo transfer is a minimally invasive procedure. But still, it’s a procedure a woman wanting to become a surrogate must undergo. Being a surrogate is much different than carrying for one’s own children. The intending parents may have special requests that a gestational carrier is asked to follow in her contract. A surrogate dedicates at least a year to helping others achieve their dream of parenthood. This also includes the time it takes to finalize legal contracts.