What assisted reproductive options are available?
When a couple needs reproductive assistance, a pregnancy can be achieved with a couple’s own eggs and sperm, or with donor eggs, sperm, or embryos. In addition, a pregnancy may be carried by an egg donor (traditional surrogate) or by another woman with no genetic relationship to the baby (gestational carrier). One of the methods used to overcome infertility by couples, such as in-vitro fertilization, may be an option for achieving pregnancy with the help of a donor or a surrogate. We strongly recommend that, if a donor or surrogate is involved, you seek the advice of legal counsel, so that you understand your legal rights and obligations throughout this complex and emotional process.
