Surrogacy and Embryo, Sperm and Egg Donation:
What Were You Thinking?

Surrogacy Attorney Theresa Erickson’s latest book – to be released August 2010 by iUniverse Publishing – is the ultimate patient and consumer guide to third party reproduction.

In her new book, Ms. Erickson has succinctly outlined and described in detail the four paths of third party reproduction – surrogacy and embryo, sperm and egg donation – as well as the potential pitfalls that can occur when detours are taken from sound legal, medical and/or mental health professional advice. In writing this book, one of Ms. Erickson’s goals was to educate potential intended parents, and the women who become surrogates and egg donors, about what all parties need to know to protect themselves and future children if they are going to become involved in these family building methods. Doing so will help ensure that their path is straightforward with minimal detours.

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This book is just a starting point for anyone considering having a baby through in vitro fertilization (IVF), surrogacy, and/or embryo, sperm, and egg donation. This guide can be used as a road-map on prospective parents’ journey to having the child they have always wanted, or it can be used as a manual to help donors or surrogates, as it is also meant to educate and prepare them for what they are about to undertake. In fact, it is also a great tool to give to others who may not quite understand what all parties are going through.

Remember, no one ever expects having to use a third party in their quest to have a child; however, people can empower themselves by knowing the facts, knowing the laws, and knowing the advantages and disadvantages of each option before committing themselves to just one choice. And surrogates and gamete donors must also be prepared before joining someone in their journey for a family. This guide is primer to help see what may lie ahead before the journey begins.

The book includes a glossary of terms, a list of recommended reading for both parents and their children, and legal forms while covering a multitude of related topics such as the:
• Top ten myths of third-party family building
• History of reproduction technologies
• Ways to begin the process
• Ethical and legal issues
• Questions to ask when building a family the nontraditional way
• Methods to select a physician and attorney
• Four fertility options: egg donation, sperm donation, embryo donation and surrogacy