On a rainy day, I sometimes rifle through our in-house archives for some timeless pieces on family formation. So starting today, Family Formation Law is bringing you a series of pieces on growing your family.
1. THE GESTATIONAL SURROGATE REALLY CARES ABOUT CHILDREN AND ENJOYS BEING PREGNANT. The motivation of the gestational surrogate makes a significant difference in her attitude about the pregnancy, and hence the prenatal environment for the child. For example, one study has shown that women who are stressed or depressed during the pregnancy tend to birth children who are more colicky as infants and introverted throughout life. As to the risk of exposing a child to unhealthy substances, as a carrier indicated, “my children have opened her heart so much that I can’t image doing anything which could potentially harm or abuse any child.”
2. THE GESTATIONAL SURROGATE’S SIGNIFICANT OTHER IS IN AGREEMENT WITH THE SURROGACY PROCESS. Nothing sabotages a surrogacy faster than a non-supportive significant other. Supportive is ideal; neutral is satisfactory. However, if the significant other is opposed to the surrogacy, I strongly suggest you do not go forward. For this reason, we mandate that the gestational surrogate and her significant other both be screened by a psychologist.
3. THE GESTATIONAL SURROGATE UNDERSTANDS THAT SOME PREGNANCIES NEED MEDICATIONS IN INJECTION FORM. Many of the potential surrogates we interview don’t know about the extra medical interventions necessary in an assisted reproduction pregnancy. Make certain that your carrier understands what is involved prior to investing heart and money. There are a great many web sites (e.g.www.ASRM.org) which will provide excellent initial information. Only when there is comprehension of what is involved should you continue.
Want to know more? Parts 2 and 3 will be up next week! In the meantime, you can visit our website to learn more about becoming a gestational surrogate or using one to build your family. Don’t forget we offer a free consultation to discuss your needs. Have a great weekend!
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