California Fertility And Surrogacy Law Blog
Exploring the Types of Surrogacy: Which is Right for You?
Surrogacy offers a transformative path to parenthood for individuals and couples unable to conceive or carry a child. However, the world of surrogacy is far from simple. It involves a variety of legal, emotional, and logistical considerations, with each type of...
Pros and Cons of Being an Egg Donor (+ Legal Insights)
Deciding to become an egg donor is a deeply personal journey. For many, it’s a chance to help others build a family while earning financial support. But it’s not a simple choice—it involves medical procedures, legal agreements, and emotional questions about what it...
What Is Altruistic Surrogacy? A Beginner’s Guide
Altruistic surrogacy isn’t just a medical process—it’s a heartfelt act of generosity that helps dreams of parenthood come true. For intended parents, it’s a path to welcoming a child through the selflessness of a volunteer surrogate mother. For surrogates, it’s an...
Single Parent Surrogacy: Law, Love, and Logistics
Single-parent surrogacy sits at the intersection of love, law, and logistics. Love drives the choice, while laws and logistics turn embryos into ultrasound images and birth certificates. Yet the roadblocks are real: How do you secure parental rights in a...
What Is Commercial Surrogacy? Exploring the Facts
Surrogacy is a growing option for many people to whom traditional conception paths may not be possible. Couples facing infertility, single parents, and LGBTQ+ individuals often consider this route. When considering surrogacy, intended parents often face a critical...
Surrogacy for Gay Couples: Challenges and Solutions
A growing number of gay couples turn to surrogacy to achieve their dreams of raising a child. It is, after all, one of the only two ways same-sex couples can experience parenthood, the other being adoption. But unlike adoption, gestational surrogacy offers gay...
What Are the Risks of Surrogacy? A Cautionary Guide
Surrogacy can be a beacon of hope for many. It offers a path to parenthood for many individuals and couples who cannot conceive naturally. However, like any significant life decision, it comes with its own set of risks and challenges. So, what are the risks of...
Idaho Surrogacy Bill and Its Impact on Agencies
The realm of surrogacy, a beacon of hope for many struggling with fertility issues, is on the cusp of significant legal transformations. Idaho, traditionally known as a surrogacy-friendly state, stands at the forefront of these changes, marking a pivotal moment for...
Common Legal Issues Surrounding Surrogacy That Agencies Should Address
Surrogacy represents a beacon of hope for many intending parents, yet it navigates a complex legal landscape that can be challenging for agencies. Understanding the legal issues surrounding surrogacy and implementing proactive solutions are paramount in...
How could the recent Alabama IVF ruling affect other states?
The Alabama Supreme Court’s recent ruling that recognized embryos as children under state law sparked widespread concern throughout the reproductive health community. This decision, with its potential to affect IVF treatments not just in Alabama but also...
