Surrogacy has become a viable and often hopeful solution for individuals and couples who are unable to conceive naturally. It’s a process that involves a woman (the surrogate) carrying a pregnancy for another person or couple. Whether due to infertility, medical conditions, or same-sex couples looking to build their family, surrogacy can provide an avenue for people to become parents. However, one of the most Read More
What You Need to Know About LGBTQ Adoption Rights and Process
Adopting a child is one of the most significant decisions a person or couple can make. For LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, the path to adoption has been historically filled with challenges, but strides toward equality have made the process more accessible in many parts of the world. Adoption rights for LGBTQ+ individuals are vital for creating diverse families, and understanding the legalities and options available Read More
Understanding Trump Administration’s Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship and Its Impact on Surrogacy
Overview The Trump administration is seeking to reinterpret the constitutional right of citizenship for children born on U.S. soil. Currently, President Trump’s executive order proposes that children born to parents illegally residing in the U.S. would no longer qualify for birthright citizenship. However, this reinterpretation is unlikely to affect intended parents from other countries engaging in surrogacy in Read More
What is a Gestational Surrogacy Agreement (GSA) and Why Do I Need One?
You've finally reached that exciting part of your journey where you've found a surrogate, cleared all the medical and psychological expectations, and are ready to start the transfer process! The last thing your clinic tells you is that you need to work with an attorney to draft a gestational surrogacy agreement (GSA) (also called a gestational carrier agreement, or GCA). What is this document, and why do you need Read More