Surrogacy is a complex journey that requires careful consideration and planning. Engaging a legal representative during the gestational surrogacy process offers several important advantages. 1. Protect your rights Safeguarding your rights should be a top priority when...
Surrogacy
A guide to using a surrogate to have a child in California
Surrogacy is a blessing for many individuals and couples who want to have a child but cannot do so due to various reasons. According to Surrogate Parenting Services, there are approximately 750 babies born through gestational surrogacy each year in the United States....
Seeing emotional support as a surrogate
The surrogacy process can be a complex and emotional journey for all parties involved, especially for the surrogate mother. As a surrogate, you may experience a wide range of emotions throughout the surrogacy process, from excitement and fulfillment to stress and...
How to establish legal parentage as a gestational surrogate in California
Intentionally establishing legal parentage is necessary in order to protect the rights and responsibilities of all parties involved, and to ensure that the law recognizes the intended legal parents of the child from the moment of birth. California has been a leader in...
Single individuals can become parents through surrogacy
Gestational surrogacy is a fantastic process, but it is also complicated. Fortunately, California is one of the most surrogacy-friendly states. According to California Family Law Sections 7960-7962, gestational surrogacy allows the intended parent to establish a...
How does commercial surrogacy differ from altruistic surrogacy?
California has surrogacy-friendly laws that have developed over the years making this one of the best states for the surrogacy process to flourish. There are two kinds of surrogacy: altruistic and commercial. What are the differences between the two? Commercial...
Factors for intended parents to consider about surrogacy
Surrogacy has become an increasingly popular option for hopeful parents looking for an alternative to traditional pregnancy. Like many people, you may have many unanswered questions about the process. As you navigate your journey to becoming a parent, consider these...
Does a surrogate have parental rights?
Some women love being pregnant. They may not have a lot of morning sickness, have experienced no serious pregnancy complications before and enjoy feeling another life grow inside of them. If you are lucky enough to experience pregnancy in this way, you may consider...
As a surrogate, will I be responsible for child support?
If someone approached you about being a surrogate for their child, you might have mixed feelings. On one hand, it could be a tremendous act of selfless love to provide a child for a couple who cannot have one on their own. On the other hand, you might be worried about...
Why do I need a lawyer for a surrogacy arrangement?
Being a gestational carrier might be one of the most selfless acts someone can do for another. The gestational carrier (surrogate) offers her body to serve as a vessel in order for a family to grow. During the pregnancy, some gestational carriers and intended parents...