#66 What’s Changing? How Abortion Laws Impact Surrogacy for Today’s Intended Parents

30/10/2025 26 min Temporada 2 Episodio 66

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Episode Synopsis

Worried about how changing abortion laws might affect your surrogacy journey? You’re not alone. In this urgent episode, Dr. Alyssa Small Layne dives into exactly how abortion laws impact surrogacy—from limiting access to IVF and restricting doctors, to threatening the very care surrogates and intended parents depend on. Even if abortion isn’t part of your plan, these laws can create roadblocks and risks for everyone trying to build a family.Get clarity on what’s happening, why it matters now, and the concrete steps you need to protect your surrogate, your embryos, and your future.🎧 Press play and arm yourself with vital knowledge!What You’ll Learn:00:00 — How abortion bans are already affecting surrogacy in the U.S.02:15 — The hidden consequences for fertility clinics and reproductive care03:12 — Why personhood laws are disrupting IVF and embryo care05:19 — How Alabama’s Supreme Court decision impacted IVF treatments07:41 — The “abortion ban domino effect” and its reach across surrogacy10:03 — How surrogacy and termination laws intersect—and what it means for you11:29 — What you must do before matching with a surrogate in restrictive states13:30 — Why every surrogacy plan should include termination discussions upfront15:13 — The medical malpractice paradox that’s making OBs scared to act17:14 — How you can still protect your surrogacy journey amidst legal confusionResources Mentioned:ASRM Position statement on personhoodRESOLVE personhood statementKey Takeaways:Surrogacy care is being impacted by legal ambiguity, and every intended parent needs to stay informedPersonhood laws threaten more than abortion—they could impact IVF access and embryo storageAbortion-related legal changes are pushing OB/GYNs out of the field, leading to surrogate care shortagesYou must discuss termination and know your surrogate’s stance before moving forwardProactive legal planning is your best defense in navigating this changing landscapeStart your surrogacy journey with clarity and protection—don’t skip the legal preparation.📱 Download the BloomBridge app today to access tools and guides that prepare you for every step of the surrogacy process.“When abortion laws change, fertility care changes. And your surrogacy journey needs to be ready for it.”

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