Surrogacy is a reproductive process in which a woman, known as a surrogate, carries and delivers a child for another individual or couple, typically referred to as the intended parents. Surrogacy arrangements can be categorized into two main types: gestational surrogacy, where the surrogate carries a baby conceived through in vitro fertilization (IVF) using the eggs and sperm of the intended parents or donors; and traditional surrogacy, where the surrogate’s own eggs are fertilized by the intended father’s sperm, making her the biological mother of the child. Surrogacy is often pursued by individuals or couples who are unable to conceive or carry a pregnancy to term due to various medical, genetic, or personal reasons. The process usually involves legal agreements to outline parental rights and responsibilities and can raise complex ethical, emotional, and legal questions regarding parentage, compensation, and the surrogate’s rights.
The Hidden Truth Behind Surrogacy in Cambodia Although surrogacy has been illegal in Cambodia since 2016, the lucrative market continues to thrive. Recent police operations revealed the existence of a…