Starting a family is a deep and universal desire, but for some people, the path to parenthood can be full of challenges. Fortunately, reproductive medicine offers a variety of options to help fulfill that dream. One of these options is surrogacy, a topic that raises many questions and emotions. What exactly does surrogacy mean, and how can it help start a family?
Surrogacy: What does it mean?
Surrogacy is a process in which a woman, called a gestational carrier or surrogate, carries and gives birth to a baby for another person or couple, who are the parents of the baby.
This act of generosity and love allows those who cannot conceive or carry a pregnancy for various reasons, to have a child.
What type of surrogacy is there?
In Colombia there is only one type of surrogacy.
Gestational surrogacy: Gestational surrogacy uses an embryo created through in vitro fertilization (IVF) with the sperm and egg of the intended parents or donors. The gestational carrier has no genetic link to the baby, since her uterus only provides the necessary environment for the development of the embryo.
How does the surrogacy process develop?
The surrogacy process is complex and requires careful planning and coordination between various parties. Here are the main steps:
- Evaluation and selection: both the partner or intended person, as well as the gestational carrier go through medical and psychological evaluations to ensure that they are suitable for the process.
- Legal agreement: A legal contract is signed that details the rights and responsibilities of both parties, covering aspects such as compensation, medical procedures, and terms of the delivery of the baby.
- Medical treatment: In the case of gestational surrogacy, IVF is performed to create the genetically diagnosed embryo (PGTA), which is then transferred to the uterus of the gestational carrier. During this time, the health and well-being of the pregnant woman and the development of the pregnancy are carefully monitored.
- Pregnancy and birth: The gestational carrier carries the pregnancy to term, and once the baby is born, it is given to the intended parents, as legally agreed.
Legal aspects of surrogacy in Colombia
Surrogacy may be an option considered in Colombia by some people facing fertility issues. In case you are looking for information in this regard, we will recommend suitable legal advice and our most complete information and support to understand each stage of the process.
Fertivida: A Bridge to Grow the Family
At our fertility clinic, we understand that the road to parenthood can be filled with challenges and intense emotions. For this reason, we offer comprehensive support that covers not only the medical aspect, but also the legal and emotional aspect. We act as a bridge that facilitates surrogacy processes for both traditional and non-traditional families.
Our commitment goes beyond medical accompaniment. Establishing contact with the most suitable legal advice to help future parents go through the process of surrogacy.
We make sure that both intended parents and surrogate mothers understand their rights and responsibilities, and we work with experienced legal professionals to establish agreements that protect all parties involved.
In addition, we understand the importance of emotional well-being in this process. We promote the importance of psychological and emotional support to help intended parents and gestational carriers manage the emotions and expectations that arise at each stage of the parenting journey.
