Many celebrities who opt for surrogacy to become mothers or fathers. That is why it is always one of the most talked about topics, even though it is totally prohibited in our country. There are many people who are in favor of it and others against it, due to the circumstances hidden behind it.
That's why today we talk about what surrogacy is and we give you all those interesting facts, which are sometimes on everyone's lips but are not always discussed openly. We mention you the types there are, alternatives, as well as their pros and cons which also has them. Want to know more about her?
What is surrogacy
Surrogacy is also known as surrogacy.. It is a procedure or method of reproduction in which a woman will carry the child of another couple. That is to say that, genetically, the future baby will be from that couple who has resorted to this technique, but the surrogate and the one who will carry the pregnancy will be a foreign woman who has agreed to fulfill said purpose. In other ways, it is a way of offering his body and her womb to give birth to that baby who, at the moment of birth, will be handed over to her parents.
What are the types?
There are always several alternatives and in this case, too. On the one hand, as we have mentioned, the surrogate only offers her body but not her egg. But this comes from the mother who has contracted the entire process. But then we meet another one of the guys which is when We talk about partial pregnancy. In this case, the pregnant woman will also provide her eggs, which will be inseminated (through insemination or IVF) with the semen of the man who will be the father.
How much does a surrogacy cost?
After knowing the process, we always wonder how much it costs. You always have to take into account the country where it is going to be done. Some, like the United States, are more expensive. To give us an idea, since prices can vary, these types of methods start at 50.000 euros and can reach figures such as 200.000 euros. According to El Periódico, in Ukraine prices start at 43.000 euros while in Albania they already start at more than 60.000 euros. It must be remembered that the figures also rise or fall depending on the compensation that the pregnant woman receives. In any case, North American women are the ones who earn the most.
What consequences does this pregnancy bring?
The truth is that broadly speaking and thinking about the pregnant mother, it must be noted that in terms of risks they will be the same as a natural pregnancy. That is, regarding the symptoms or risks of abortions and various health problems, discomforts, etc. Of course, if there is a multiple pregnancy, then we must remember that the risks also increase, as usual. Of course, we must add to this certain problems that are not physical but that a pregnant woman can feel. The mix of feelings during pregnancy, the feeling of emptiness after childbirth, etc.. Something that can weaken the mind and spirit, even though there is always consent involved and paperwork in order.
Where is surrogacy legal?
As you well know, U.S. and Canada They are two of the places where the most births through surrogacy occur. So yes, it is totally legal and there are many people who, individually or as a couple, go to these areas to be able to become mothers or fathers. In addition, they have a high success rate which makes it easier when choosing the place.
But it must also be said that areas like Ukraine, Russia or India They also have it. Although some have more specific clauses, such as in Australia, where at the time of delivery the surrogate mother has the ability to decide whether or not she keeps the baby. While in Thailand it is only legal for women in the country.