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Harpreet Kaur

Facing The Challenges Of Surrogacy Journey



Surrogacy is both a highly rewarding and a very challenging career. Being a single parent is challenging, and going through the surrogacy process is a physical and emotional roller coaster. Several difficulties may occur throughout the surrogacy process. If you choose to become a surrogate mother, you should be aware of the many sorts of challenges that may arise. Although well-known surrogacy agencies and hospitals make surrogacy easier, potential surrogate moms still have to deal with these challenges. This article will go through many challenges and issues that might arise during surrogacy.


Financial Issues:

The most common source of worry and anxiety for surrogates is financial concerns. Surrogacy's financial rewards might be a valuable method to support your family or create wealth. It's crucial to realise, though, that getting pregnant on the first try isn't a guarantee. This means you must be financially prepared before signing a contract with your agency.



Surrogacy is a long and complex process. It involves everything from medical treatment to legal formalities. So, it's no surprise that surrogacy costs are high. While the cost of surrogacy can vary depending on the country and clinic you choose, you should be prepared to pay an amount somewhere between $70,000-$150,000 for your surrogacy journey.


Financial planning is the most challenging aspect of the surrogacy process. Medical procedures, travel expenditures, and legal fees are all included in the cost of surrogacy. The precise cost varies on several criteria, including the clinic you choose and the country you live in, but in most situations, it's safe to estimate that it will cost between $70,000 and $150,000.


Immigration Issues:

Surrogacy is becoming a more specific option for those who want to start a family or extend their family. Still, the immigration complications that might emerge from surrogacy are not well understood. These concerns affect not just the intended parents but also the surrogate.


When it comes to surrogacy and immigration, it's crucial to remember that each country has its unique set of rules and restrictions. Some governments, for example, outright prohibit surrogacy. Others make it legal, allowing intended parents and surrogate moms to choose from various alternatives, including traditional surrogacy and gestational surrogacy (in which the egg is provided by a woman who is not genetically related to the kid).


Intended parents must go through a process known as consular processing to obtain citizenship for their child. This procedure entails submitting an I-600A application to USCIS, which will allow you to submit an I-800A application for your child to get an IR-3 visa and become a citizen of the United States. They will get a Certificate of Citizenship (COC) from USCIS after arriving in the country.


Legal Issues:

Legal issues can be a challenge for both intended parents and surrogates. While most surrogates have children of their own, the legal process to allow intended parents to have full parental rights over the child is required. The laws in each state are different, and it's essential to work with an agency that understands the local laws and how they impact your surrogacy journey.


It's also essential to understand the financial responsibilities of all parties involved in the surrogacy contract.


Maternity Issues:

Maternity issues are a concern for a woman considering becoming a surrogate. The surrogate mother will review her medical history to ensure she has had at least one successful pregnancy without complications.


The biggest question for many women is if they will still be able to carry and have their children after surrogacy is over. As long as the gestational carrier is healthy, there should be no concerns. This means that she will not suffer any physical damage after carrying another woman's child.


Some women had to use IVF to get pregnant with their children and may need to do so again after being a surrogate. However, modern medicine does not mean that it will be impossible for these women to have more children in the future.


Social Issues:

Many people in our society do not widely understand the concept of surrogacy, and there are still several social issues associated with it. For everyone involved, especially the surrogate, the lack of support from friends and family can be stressful.



Educating yourself and others is critical to help diffuse common misconceptions regarding surrogacy.


Takeaway:

These issues are fundamental to know before starting the surrogacy journey.


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