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Surrogacy is a family-building method where a woman, known as the surrogate, carries and delivers a child for intended parents. There are two main types: traditional surrogacy, where the surrogate uses her own egg, and gestational surrogacy, where the surrogate carries a child conceived with the intended parents' egg and sperm or donor gametes.

Surrogacy is chosen by a diverse range of individuals and couples facing challenges such as infertility, same-sex couples, those with medical conditions preventing pregnancy, and individuals or couples who may opt for a gestational carrier for various reasons.

The surrogacy process involves several key steps, including selecting a surrogate, legal agreements, fertility treatments (if needed), the pregnancy itself, and the legal transfer of parental rights after birth. The process may vary based on individual circumstances and local regulations.

Gestational surrogacy offers a biological connection between the intended parents and the child without any genetic relation to the surrogate. This approach provides more flexibility, legal clarity, and allows for a closer involvement of the intended parents in the pregnancy.

Surrogates undergo a rigorous screening process, including medical and psychological evaluations, to ensure they are physically and emotionally prepared for the surrogacy journey. Intended parents often participate in the selection process, considering factors such as shared values and preferences

​The duration of the surrogacy process varies but typically takes about 12 to 18 months from the initial consultations to the legal transfer of parental rights. Factors such as the availability of a surrogate, legal processes, and fertility treatments contribute to the timeline.

Yes, intended parents can be actively involved in the pregnancy, attending medical appointments, and building a relationship with the surrogate if all parties are comfortable. The level of involvement is typically determined through mutual agreement and respect for everyone's boundaries.