Single-Parent Surrogacy 101
If you are an individual who has been dreaming of having a baby, but you are single, unable to physically carry a baby, or simply do not want to carry a child, surrogacy could be an excellent option for you. There are many important details that go into a surrogacy arrangement, and as a single parent, you will more than likely want to handle these details up front so you can devote all of your time and energy to bonding with your baby once they are born. Below, we explain the different types of surrogacy you will have to choose from and why you need to carefully review your state’s surrogacy laws before you begin the process. Choosing Your Surrogacy Plan as a Single Parent As you prepare to look for a surrogate mother, you will need to decide which type of surrogacy is right for you as a single parent. In a traditional surrogacy arrangement, your surrogate mother will go through artificial insemination using her own egg. For single fathers with viable sperm, this means you m