Surrogacy is the voluntary consent of a woman (surrogate mother in Ukraine) to become pregnant through artificial insemination, carry and give birth to a child genetically alien to her for a couple (parents) who are medically unable to do so on their own. After giving birth, the surrogate mother immediately gives the child to its genetic parents.
What financial reward does a surrogate mother receive for participating in the program?
How long should a woman take after giving birth?
To be eligible to participate in the program, at least 10-12 months must have passed since the last delivery
Is it possible to become a surrogate mother after a cesarean section?
Yes, cesarean delivery is not an obstacle to surrogacy, provided that the woman has no health contraindications.
Is the husband's consent required for a woman to participate in a surrogacy program?
For example, if a woman is officially married, her husband's written consent to his wife's participation in the surrogacy program is required. If the marriage is dissolved, a divorce certificate will be required.
Is it possible to continue nursing your child and become a surrogate mother?
No. At the time of entering the surrogacy program, a woman must have completed the period of breastfeeding. This is because the lactation period is not favorable for artificial insemination.
Why is it possible to become a surrogate mother only by the age of 36?
A woman's age is of fundamental importance for a surrogacy program. A woman under the age of 36 is in the most favorable time for a safe pregnancy and childbirth. It is critical for both the woman and the child to have a comfortable pregnancy and childbirth without any possible complications.
How long does it take to prepare for a surrogacy program?
It will take about 14 days to complete a full medical examination and receive the results of laboratory tests. After that, the doctor makes a decision on whether to approve the candidate for the surrogacy program.
Where should a surrogate mother live during the program?
Until the 30th week of pregnancy, the surrogate mother stays at her place of residence. Starting from the 30th week, the woman moves to a free apartment provided by the clinic. She can choose to live with her children and husband or in a two-room apartment with another surrogate mother. For safety reasons, there must be 2 adults in the room.
Is it necessary to conclude a surrogacy service agreement?
Yes. A written notarized Agreement is concluded between the surrogate mother and the biological parents. This will be the main legal document that will regulate the relationship between the surrogate mother and the biological parents.
Can a surrogate mother keep a child who is genetically alien to her?
No. According to the current legislation, a surrogate mother has no parental rights in relation to the born child and is obliged to give the child to its genetic parents. According to Part 2 of Article 139 of the Family Code of Ukraine, a surrogate mother is deprived of the right to challenge maternity in court.
Free medical examination
A candidate for the surrogacy program undergoes a free comprehensive medical examination in a modern private clinic.
Even if the candidate is not approved for the program, all examinations are free of charge for the woman.
At all stages of the program, the surrogate mother is supported by a team of professional lawyers. Legal support for a woman is free of charge and includes legal advice, preparation of documents, drafting a notarized Surrogacy Agreement, and support at the notary's office.
In accordance with the terms of the notarized Agreement, the surrogate mother receives a monetary remuneration for participating in the surrogacy program.
The guaranteed payout amount starts from 21,500 euros.
The woman is guaranteed the following bonuses:
reimbursement of all travel expenses related to participation in the surrogacy program. Compensation is paid upon presentation of purchased tickets and travel receipts.
Recharging a mobile account so that the surrogate mother always has access to communication.
Purchase of clothes for pregnant women, according to the season.
Free accommodation in comfortable apartments starting from the 30th week of pregnancy.
In accordance with the current legislation, a surrogate mother is guaranteed complete confidentiality. Participation in the program is a medical secret and is not subject to disclosure
Once a woman is approved for the surrogacy program, she will have a personal medical coordinator. The woman will be able to call or write to the coordinator 24/7 for medical or psychological support.
In turn, the coordinator will keep in constant contact with the surrogate mother: ask how the woman is feeling, remind her of scheduled visits to the hospital, and inform her of the results of laboratory tests.