The increase in embryo transfers to gestational carriers highlights changing societal norms, engaging a diverse group seeking surrogacy for parenthood. While some view surrogacy negatively, ethical guidelines from the ASRM ensure a supportive environment. Many intended parents experience stress in navigating the surrogacy process and making pivotal medical choices. Open dialogue and flexibility are vital, particularly when discussing the surrogate's health versus decisions impacting the future child's welfare before treatment begins.
Medical decisions in surrogacy are rarely black-and-white; clarity requires planning, not guessing. Contracts can't predict every scenarioâflexibility and open dialogue are essential.
The surge in embryo transfers to gestational carriers reflects social changes, including the legalization of same-sex marriage and reduced stigma surrounding infertility treatment.
Surrogacy remains misunderstood and controversial; however, ethical guidelines by the ASRM create a safe framework for intended parents and gestational carriers.
Many intended parents feel overwhelmed navigating the surrogacy process, from agency selection to managing relationships with their gestational carrier.
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