Updating/commentary on surrogacy

Updating/commentary on surrogacy

Corey commented today on my guide to commercial surrogacy state by state:

Steven, I wondered if
you could:

a) update this page’s information (in light of the NSW changes)

b) provide comment regarding Victoria’s laws between 1995 – 2008 where the
overseas surrogacy ban was in force, but it seems has never been enforced
(despite a number of high profile couples promoting their families)

c) provide commentary on exactly what impact these laws have (eg can parents
who used overseas surrogacy arrangements still get a parenting order)

d) provide suggestions on what is the best way forward in regards to
legislative reform in this area with the best interests of the child being kept
in mind.

Thank you Corey: another job to do!

Things to Read, Watch & Listen

Surrogacy and Medicare: Why the Outdated Exclusion Needs to Go

In this episode of the Australian Family and Fertility Law Podcast, Stephen Page dives into a long-overdue issue: the exclusion of surrogacy from Medicare funding in Australia.

Importing Sperm into Australia. Where Does it Come From?

In this eye-opening video, Stephen Page breaks down the surprising reality behind sperm donation in Australia — and why we rely so heavily on imports.

Importing Eggs into Australia. Where Do They Come From?

In this video, Page Provan Director, Stephen Page, dives into the egg-sport reality of Australia’s fertility landscape. With a shortage of local egg donors, many Aussie hopefuls are turning overseas to make their dreams of parenthood a reality.

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