There are two types of surrogacy, traditional and gestational. The traditional type of surrogacy involves the surrogate mother being (AI) artificially inseminated with the sperm of the intended father or sperm from a donor when the sperm count is low. In either case the surrogate’s own egg will be used. Genetically the surrogate becomes the mother of the resulting child. Gracey P. Storey “Ethical Problems Surrounding Surrogate Motherhood.”
As you consider the challenges of surrogacy, whether you are a prospective surrogate, or you are considering surrogacy as a way to have a child, listen to the audio transcript from ART: Talking to Children About Assisted Reproductive Technology. The more you know, the better able you will be to make the right decision.
Also consider viewing the Dr. Phil show, on February, 23. His guest will be Bill Handel, the director and founder of the Center for Surrogate Parenting.
