Am I (as the surrogate) related to the child? Do I have parental rights?
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How do I know that I, as the surrogate, won't be micro-managed by the intended parents?
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Who chooses the attorney to review the surrogacy contract?
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What happens if my surrogate is in breach of contract?
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Why do my partner and I need a psychological evaluation in order for me to be a surrogate?
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After the birth, can I stay in contact with the intended parents and the baby?
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Do I need to travel if I'm a surrogate?
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I do not believe in abortion. Can I still be a surrogate?
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What if the intended parents haven’t arrived when it’s time for the surrogate to go home?
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Do your surrogates use their own eggs?
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Why Surrogacy is a Great Option for LGBTQ+ Individuals and Older Parents
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Do we meet our surrogate's partner or spouse?
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Surrogacy vs. Foster to Adopt - How to Understand What Your Family is Ready For
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What if our surrogate doesn't become pregnant?
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What if we don't get along during the pregnancy?
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Callie's Surrogacy Story - UPDATE (July 2025)
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Do I get to choose the intended parents I work with?
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Do intended parents pick a surrogate or does the surrogate pick the intended parents?
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What is SEEDS? What do they do?
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Is there any wait to be matched?
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