Can a Baby Look Like the Surrogate Mother? Genetics Explained
The short answer: In gestational surrogacy, the baby does not share DNA with the surrogate, so it cannot naturally resemble
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Understanding Surrogacy
For Intended Parents, Surrogacy Basics
How Do People Afford Surrogacy? A Guide to Financing Your Family
Surrogacy is expensive—often 100,000to200,000—but many intended parents find ways to make it work. Here’s how people afford surrogacy, from savings
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Who Owns the Baby of A Surrogate Mother?
The short answer: In legal surrogacy agreements, the intended parents are recognized as the baby’s legal and custodial parents—not the
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Who Is the Biological Mother in Gestational Surrogacy?
The short answer: In gestational surrogacy, the biological mother is the egg donor—not the surrogate. The surrogate carries the pregnancy
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Do You Have to Pay Taxes on Surrogacy Money?
The short answer: Yes, surrogacy payments are usually taxable income—but tax rules vary depending on who receives the money (surrogate,
LGBTQ+ Families
How Surrogacy Works for Gay Couples: A Complete Guide
For gay couples dreaming of parenthood, surrogacy is one of the most common paths to having a biological child. But
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Is Surrogacy Ethical? The Key Debates Explained
The short answer: Surrogacy is ethically complex—it can be both empowering and exploitative, depending on laws, compensation, and consent. Here’s
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IVF vs. Surrogacy: Which Is Better for You?
The short answer: Neither is “better”—it depends on your medical situation, finances, and family goals. Here’s how to decide: 1.
For Intended Parents, For Surrogate Mothers, Surrogacy Basics
What Is the Success Rate of Surrogacy?
The short answer: The success rate for gestational surrogacy (live birth per embryo transfer) ranges from 50% to 75%, depending
For Intended Parents, For Surrogate Mothers, Surrogacy Basics
What Happens If a Surrogate Dies in Childbirth?
The short answer: While extremely rare, surrogate maternal death is a legal and emotional risk in surrogacy. The outcome depends
