SURROGATE MOTHERS

WHAT IS A SURROGATE?

There are two types of surrogacy.

1). Genetic surrogate: the surrogate mother is also the biological mother. The surrogate is inseminated (usually artificially) with the intended father’s sperm.

2.) Gestational surrogate: both the egg and sperm of the intended parents are joined and the pre-embryo(s) are placed into the surrogate who will carry and deliver the child. The gestational surrogate has no genetic link to the child.

For more information go to: Resolve: The National Infertility Association

For more information on surrogate parent contracts in Connecticut go to Conn. General Assembly

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SOURCE: Connecticut General Assembly - Surrogate Parent Contracts in Connecticut and Other States
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CONTENT LAST REVIEWED: January2008