Physical and Psychological Turmoil in Assisted Reproductive Technology

Dr. Manpreet Kaur Rajpal

doi:10.53724/lrd/v1n4.05

Authors

Dr. Manpreet Kaur Rajpal Associate Prof. & Head of the Dept., Indore Institute of Law, Indore

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53724/lrd/v1n4.05

Keywords:

Rented Womb, Surrogacy,, Psychological Toll,, infertility,, Medical procedures

Abstract

Surrogacy is an option for those who cannot conceive in a traditional manner. Due to high costs and a number of legal and moral issues that may come up, Surrogacy is a widely debated method of bringing a baby into the world. In this paper the researcher has tried to enlighten the readers with the darker side of Surrogacy. The medical procedures followed in Surrogacy are of very complex and intruding nature. The Fatal effects of Surrogacy on the health of Surrogate and the surrogate child are elucidated comprehensively in the Paper. While conceiving a baby through the use of a Surrogate mother does pose potential problems, it remains
as a viable option for those who have no other means of experiencing parenthood. Infertility, old age or the absence of a partner can hinder the growing desire to become a parent. Through Surrogacy, couples with health problems or the general inability to conceive still have the option of experiencing the joy of creating new life. It also allows single fathers or alternate lifestyle couples the chance to have a baby of their own without going through the adoption process.

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