Donor eggs and embryo creation
Couples may work with a clinic donor program, donor agency or known donor. One or both intended fathers may provide sperm. How eggs are allocated and whether embryos are created with one or both partners' sperm is a clinic and family decision, not a legal requirement.
Matching remains mutual
Important matching topics include communication, travel, compensation structure, medical preferences, pregnancy and birth expectations, and the relationship both sides want during and after the journey.
Parentage depends on the jurisdiction and facts
Do not assume that both intended fathers will automatically appear on a birth certificate solely because the state is commonly described as surrogacy-friendly. The correct procedure can depend on the governing statute, court jurisdiction, marital status, genetic relationships and other facts. Counsel should confirm both the parentage procedure and the separate vital-records process.
Questions for reproductive counsel
- Which jurisdiction can hear the parentage case?
- Does marital status or genetic relationship change the filing?
- Is a pre-birth, post-birth or other procedure used?
- What will the hospital need before delivery?
- How will the birth certificate be issued or amended?
- Would any additional recognition proceeding be advisable?