Types of Surrogacy

Gestational Surrogacy

Biologically, the Carrier has no genetic link to the child. This can be done one of several ways:

  • Mother’s egg, father’s sperm
    Example: this would be chosen if the biological mother was unable to carry for medical reasons
  • Donor egg, father’s sperm
    Example: if there was a question about egg quality of the mother, or there
    were no ovaries
  • Mother’s egg, donor sperm
    Example: this would be chosen if sperm quality was questioned
  • Donor egg, donor sperm
    Example: this option would be chosen if the “parents” didn’t want the Carrier to have any biological link to the child.

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Traditional Surrogacy

The Carrier would be using her own egg, and therefore have a genetic link to the child. In this arrangement, the Surrogate agrees to be inseminated with the sperm of the Intended Father. After the birth, the surrogate agrees to terminate her parental rights, and the Intended Mother does a step-parent adoption.

While this is a very viable and more cost-effective option for many couples, Canadian Surrogacy Options Inc. cannot at this time assist you with this.