Using a surrogate can be an excellent way for people to expand their family. A surrogate assists the parents by carrying the child to term, but does not have parental rights, which are given to the parents at birth.
There are many different reasons why people turn to surrogacy. To understand how beneficial this process can be, let’s take a look at a few common examples below.
Fertility issues
A couple may turn to surrogacy if there are fertility issues. These issues could lie with either partner, but simply mean that having a child biologically may be impossible.
Fertility treatments aren’t successful
Surrogacy may not be the first option that these couples turn to. They sometimes will use different types of fertility treatments to see what options they have. However, if this is unsuccessful, then they may begin looking into surrogacy as an alternative.
Genetic issues
Some couples have genetic conditions. They may be concerned about passing these conditions on to a child, but they still want to have a family. Surrogacy gives them a way to do this without worrying about passing any conditions on to the next generation.
Same-sex couples
Finally, many same-sex couples would love to expand their families and would make great parents, but they cannot biologically have children on their own together. Surrogacy can be an alternative to adoption, and can allow one or both parents to be biologically related to their child.
Are you and your partner interested in exploring surrogacy this year? Be sure you know exactly what options you have and what steps you’ll need to take. Getting experienced legal guidance can help.