Surrogacy Was The Way

Author : Zara Griswold
Publisher : Nightengale Press
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781933449180

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Surrogacy Was the Way by Zara Griswold Pdf

Surrogacy Was the Way: Twenty Intended Mothers Tell Their Stories documents the true stories of twenty women who had children via surrogacy. Surrogacy is a complete possibility in today's day and age, but anyone considering this route to parenthood should know the pros and cons. The women featured go to surrogacy for a variety of reasons, ranging from Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser syndrome (MRKH) to cancer to unexplained infertility and everything in between. Some of the journeys go rather smoothly-while others are filled with one obstacle after another. Some of the women have children already and want to add to their family, while most are attempting to become moms for the first time. What they all have in common, however, is that every woman whose story is told knows what it's like to be an intended mother-the term for the "mother to be" if and when a baby is born. And all of the women ultimately end up having a child (or more) through surrogacy. When I first started researching surrogacy, I was fortunate to find several Online support groups. As I gave and received support to so many other women I became fascinated with the extent to which people would go to simply have a baby. I realized that their stories-our stories-needed to be heard; thus, the idea for this book was born. For the millions of women who have been touched by infertility in some way, or know someone who has, Surrogacy Was the Way will open their eyes to amazing possibilities. It will show them that they do have options, and with persistence and faith, they can achieve their dreams of motherhood after all.

Author : Carla Lewis-Long
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 47 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781468500073

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Why I'm So Special by Carla Lewis-Long Pdf

"This book tackles a very difficult, complicated subject in a sweet, whimisical way. A lighthearted picture book on surrogacy."--Cover p. [4].

Author : Sophie Lewis
Publisher : Verso Books
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781786637307

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Full Surrogacy Now by Sophie Lewis Pdf

Where pregnancy is concerned, let every pregnancy be for everyone. Let us overthrow, in short, the “family” The surrogacy industry is estimated to be worth over $1 billion a year, and many of its surrogates around the world work in terrible conditions—deception, wage-stealing and money skimming are rife; adequate medical care is horrifyingly absent; and informed consent is depressingly rare. In Full Surrogacy Now, Sophie Lewis brings a fresh and unique perspective to the topic. Often, we think of surrogacy as the problem, but, Full Surrogacy Now argues, we need more surrogacy, not less! Rather than looking at surrogacy through a legal lens, Lewis argues that the needs and protection of surrogates should be put front and center. Their relationship to the babies they gestate must be rethought, as part of a move to recognize that reproduction is productive work. Only then can we begin to break down our assumptions that children “belong” to those whose genetics they share. Taking collective responsibility for children would radically transform our notions of kinship, helping us to see that it always takes a village to make a baby.

Author : Ruth Walker,Liezl van Zyl
Publisher : Springer
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781137586582

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Towards a Professional Model of Surrogate Motherhood by Ruth Walker,Liezl van Zyl Pdf

This book delves deeply into modern surrogacy arrangements, responding to both practical and ethical critiques by offering a radically new model for surrogate motherhood. Current practice distinguishes between two models of surrogacy – the altruistic (unpaid) model and the commercial (paid) model, both of which present social, ethical, and conceptual challenges. This book proposes a novel arrangement for surrogate motherhood – the professional model. Inspired by professions, such as nursing, teaching, and social work, the professional model acknowledges the caring motives that surrogate mothers have while at the same time compensating them for their work. Walker and Van Zyl adopt an evidence-based approach to explain that the professional model enables trust between intended parents and surrogates, provides professional support at every stage of the relationship, affords legal protections against exploitation and commodification, and recognizes the rights and interests of all parties, including the intended baby. The model applies to both transnational and domestic surrogacy and will be of great interest to policy makers, social researchers, bioethicists, legal scholars, fertility professionals, clinicians, and graduate students in psychology, philosophy, medicine and ethics.

Author : Renate Klein
Publisher : Spinifex Shorts
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1925581039

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Surrogacy by Renate Klein Pdf

Surrogacy is heavily promoted by the stagnating IVF industry which seeks new markets for women over 40, and gay men who believe they have a 'right' to their own children and 'family foundation'. Pro-surrogacy groups in rich countries such as Australia and Western Europe lobby for the shift to commercial surrogacy. Their capitalist neo-liberal argument is that a well-regulated fertility industry would avoid the exploitative practices of poor countries. Central to the project of transnational surrogacy is the ideology that legalized commercial surrogacy is a legitimate means to provide infertile couples and gay men with children who share all or part of their genes. Women, without whose bodies this project is not possible are reduced to incubators, to ovens, to suitcases.

Author : Emily Dubin Field,Melissa Fleck
Publisher : Van Rye Publishing, LLC
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2019-11-01
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781734034417

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Experiencing Surrogacy: Perspective and Advice from a Surrogate’s and Intended Parent’s Pregnancy Journey Together by Emily Dubin Field,Melissa Fleck Pdf

If you can make it through this book without feeling a shred of emotion or shedding a tear of sorrow or joy, then please check yourself for a pulse… EXPERIENCING SURROGACY is the true story of how a beautiful girl named Ava arrived in our world through a years-long collaboration of patience, determination, love, friendship, and professionalism between two couples, their families, and a host of professionals. The story is told, step by step, from the respective perspectives of the book’s authors: Melissa, the gestational surrogate who carried and gave birth to Ava, and Emily, Ava’s intended parent and mother. In telling the story, the authors provide the reader with a unique look into and candid advice about every step in the surrogacy process from the two most important sides of the surrogacy experience. Surrogacy is a unique, beautiful, and challenging way to have a baby. Whether you are looking into surrogacy as an intended parent or surrogate, are a professional in a related field, or are simply curious about surrogacy and want to know more, the authors hope that through you reading about their experiences and hearing their advice, you will feel more informed about the surrogacy process. No matter your level of existing knowledge or reason for interest, if you choose to read this book, then you are guaranteed to learn something new about surrogacy. And you will be treated to a beautiful story, that is both fascinating and joyous, along the way.

Author : Iré́né́ Celcer
Publisher : Graphite
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Infants
ISBN : 097558104X

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The Gift of Surrogacy by Iré́né́ Celcer Pdf

Hope and Will fall in love, get married, and try very hard to have a baby before their doctor tells them that they need a surrogate mother to carry their baby in her uterus.

Author : Atina Amrahs
Publisher : Mds0
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2023-05-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798223999683

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A Gift of Life by Atina Amrahs Pdf

"A Gift of Life: The Surrogacy Way" is a comprehensive guide for anyone considering surrogacy as a means of starting or expanding their family. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the decision-making process to the legalities and medical procedures involved in the surrogacy journey. The book begins by exploring the decision to become a surrogate and the emotions and considerations that come with this choice. It then delves into the process of choosing a surrogacy agency and the importance of finding the right match between intended parents and surrogate. One of the key areas the book focuses on is the medical process of surrogacy. It explains the different types of surrogacy, the medical procedures involved, and the importance of prenatal care for a successful pregnancy. The book also addresses the psychological aspects of surrogacy, including the potential emotional challenges faced by both intended parents and surrogates throughout the process. The legal aspects of surrogacy are also covered extensively in the book, including the importance of a surrogacy contract, the rights of the intended parents, and the legal rights of the surrogate. In addition, the book explores the role of family and friends in the surrogacy journey, and how to navigate sharing this experience with loved ones. It also includes practical advice for preparing for the birth experience, including tips for handling potential complications and creating a supportive birthing environment. Throughout the book, the importance of building positive relationships between intended parents and surrogates is emphasized. The book highlights the value of open communication, mutual respect, and trust in creating a successful surrogacy journey. Overall, "A Gift of Life: The Surrogacy Way" provides a comprehensive and insightful guide for anyone considering surrogacy as a means of starting or expanding their family. It offers practical advice, emotional support, and valuable insights from experienced surrogates and intended parents, making it an essential resource for anyone embarking on this life-changing journey.

Author : Heather Jacobson
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2016-03-15
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780813569529

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Labor of Love by Heather Jacobson Pdf

While the practice of surrogacy has existed for millennia, new fertility technologies have allowed women to act as gestational surrogates, carrying children that are not genetically their own. While some women volunteer to act as gestational surrogates for friends or family members, others get paid for performing this service. The first ethnographic study of gestational surrogacy in the United States, Labor of Love examines the conflicted attitudes that emerge when the ostensibly priceless act of bringing a child into the world becomes a paid occupation. Heather Jacobson interviews not only surrogate mothers, but also their family members, the intended parents who employ surrogates, and the various professionals who work to facilitate the process. Seeking to understand how gestational surrogates perceive their vocation, she discovers that many regard surrogacy as a calling, but are reluctant to describe it as a job. In the process, Jacobson dissects the complex set of social attitudes underlying this resistance toward conceiving of pregnancy as a form of employment. Through her extensive field research, Jacobson gives readers a firsthand look at the many challenges faced by gestational surrogates, who deal with complicated medical procedures, delicate work-family balances, and tricky social dynamics. Yet Labor of Love also demonstrates the extent to which advances in reproductive technology are affecting all Americans, changing how we think about maternity, family, and the labor involved in giving birth. For more, visit http://www.heatherjacobsononline.com/

Author : Crystal Falk
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2014-05-02
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1499342721

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Sophia's Broken Crayons by Crystal Falk Pdf

Sophia's Broken Crayons is a book for young children, recommended for children ages 2 to 6 years old which tells a story of surrogacy from a young child's perspective in a practical way that children can understand and grasp. A little girl by the name of Sophia is heartbroken after she discovers all of her crayons are broken. Sophia's friend's share their crayons with her as she experiences seeing her parents choose to give the gift of surrogacy to their friends. Sophia's Broken Crayons is a very easy and understanding way to help explain surrogacy to a young child which include questions such as why can't everyone have a baby? Why would someone choose a surrogate to help grow their family? Why would someone choose to become a surrogate? Follow the story of Sophia as she learns about sharing and helping out friends in need as well as why moms and dads choose surrogates to help grow their families and why surrogates choose to help other families that way. From the Back Cover: Why is the sky blue? Why do dogs bark? When will I be tall? Where do babies come from? Kids ask a lot of questions. Some of them are easier to answer than others. Explaining why someone would choose to become a surrogate or why a family would choose a surrogate to help grow their family are even harder questions to answer. Sophia's Broken Crayons can help you answer those questions. As Sophia learns about sharing and helping out friends in need, your child can learn about why moms and dads choose surrogates to help grow their families and why surrogates choose to help other families that way. Sophia's story is about the shared hearts of surrogate families. Sometimes the simplest answer is the best. "A beautiful gift was given to make the sadness go away and to make the world a happier place. All it took was a heart that wanted to share happiness." About the Author: Crystal Falk is a children's book author, product designer and mother of two beautiful children. She has worked and is working on many projects and products for the surrogacy community and for pregnant women in general. In 2012, she decided to become a surrogate for a family and had her first surrobaby in March of 2013. In 2014, she started her business Birth, Bump and Beyond, LLC. When she is not working on ideas for new products, she is chasing her 4 and 2 year olds around the house and spending time with her fiancé. You can visit her at www.BirthBumpandBeyond.com/ Notes from the Author: Sophia's Broken Crayons was created to help address questions that children may ask during a surrogacy. Many question this book addresses were questions my own 3 year old daughter asked during my first surrogacy journey. It was during the surrogacy that the idea, and ultimately the book, was born. Notes from Surrogacy Together: The mission of Surrogacy Together is to share inspiring stories about Surrogacy with the world. Sophia's Broken Crayons is an inspiring example of how at even a young age one can understand the power of giving to others. We are excited to be able to share this story with you. If you are interested in finding out more information about Surrogacy go to www.BecomeaSurrogatetoday.com

Author : Crystal Falk
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2016-07-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1535559683

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A Surrogacy Book for Young Children by Crystal Falk Pdf

Grown in Another Garden introduces young children, ages 2 years old to 8 years old, to surrogacy. Follow the story of Mikey and his family as he learns about the unique way he was born into a loving family - through the kindness of a surrogate. Join with him discovers that "sometimes the sweetest and most beautiful creations are grown in another garden." Mikey's story helps to explain why some families choose surrogates to help grow their families and why surrogates choose to help other families that way.

Author : Sarah Jefford
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2020-07-30
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0648906000

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More Than Just a Baby by Sarah Jefford Pdf

The complexity of Surrogacy is arguably made even more so by the very nature of it being a decision many families reach due to the greatest of emotional challenges. There are so many opportunities for things to go wrong, but also the greatest of happy outcomes for so many families too. As a specialist surrogacy lawyer and a surrogate in 2018, Sarah Jefford has observed many surrogacy teams both flourish and struggle, and that has led to this very important book. In order to maximise every potential for things to go well for both intended parents and surrogate mothers, we need to make informed decisions that protect the interests of everyone involved, but most importantly that are in the best interests of the children - those who are already here, and those who will be in the future. If you want to know answers to the questions of how does surrogacy work, and the surrogate mother process, then this book will be your best place to start. But keep it handy throughout the entire process so that as your journey progresses, you will be able to understand the many aspects of surrogate pregnancy, intended parents roles, and each other's vital roles in creating a family together.

Author : Liza Mundy
Publisher : Anchor
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2007-04-24
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780307267276

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Everything Conceivable by Liza Mundy Pdf

Award-winning journalist Liza Mundy captures the human narratives, as well as the science, behind the controversial, multibillion-dollar fertility industry, and examines how this huge social experiment is transforming our most basic relationships and even our destiny as a species.Skyrocketing infertility rates and dizzying technological advances are revolutionizing American families and changing the way we think about parenthood, childbirth, and life itself. Using in-depth reporting and riveting anecdotal material from doctors, families, surrogates, sperm and egg donors, infertile men and women, single and gay and lesbian parents, and children conceived through technology, Mundy explores the impact of assisted reproduction on individuals as well as the ethical issues raised and the potentially vast social consequences. The unforgettable personal stories in Everything Conceivable run the gamut from joyous to tragic; all of them raise questions we dare not ignore.

Author : Maria De Koninck
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1771862246

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Stolen Motherhood by Maria De Koninck Pdf

Author : France Winddance Twine
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2012-08-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136164606

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Outsourcing the Womb by France Winddance Twine Pdf

A quiet revolution has been taking place during the past three decades. The way that children enter families has changed radically among upper middle class families. In the 1980s infertility increasing became defined as a medical problem that could be solved with assisted reproductive technologies (ART) rather than through adoption. Asexual or ‘assisted conception’ involving medical technologies such as in vitro fertilization and embryo transfers began to replace sexual reproduction for infertile couples. Third parties, referred to as surrogates are hired to assist individuals and/or couples who wish to conceive and child with whom they share a genetic tie. This has resulted in a ‘surrogate baby boom.’ Outsourcing the Womb provides a critical introduction to the global surrogacy market. A comparative analysis of the assisted reproductive technology and surrogacy industry in Egypt, Israel, India and the United States disentangles the intersecting roles of race, religion, class inequality, religious law, and global capitalism. Gestational surrogacy challenges the idea of ‘natural’ reproduction and of the meaning of parenthood. What role should the state play in providing individuals and families with access to reproductive technologies? This book concludes with a discussion of ‘reproductive justice’. The goal of this new, unique series is to offer readable, teachable "thinking frames" on today’s social problems and social issues by leading scholars, all in short 60 page or shorter formats, and available for view on http://routledge.customgateway.com/routledge-social-issues.html For instructors teaching a wide range of courses in the social sciences, the Routledge Social Issues Collection now offers the best of both worlds: originally written short texts that provide "overviews" to important social issues as well as teachable excerpts from larger works previously published by Routledge and other presses.