1.Can sexual minorities choose third-party assisted reproduction?

Absolutely. Many countries are very friendly to the sexual minorities. You can choose the United States, Colombia, Georgia, etc.

2.In which counties is the Third- Party assisted reproduction legal?

Currently, third-party assisted reproduction is legal in many countries.

In the U.S., each state can formulate their own policy independently. The following states are generally considered friendly to assisted reproduction: California, Oregon, Illinois, Arkansas, Maryland, New Hampshire and Washington.

In some states, e.g. Georgia and Colombia in the United States, commercial assisted reproduction is completely legal, and all relevant agreements, procedures, drugs, etc., are strictly protected by local laws. Colombia is very friendly to sexual minorities, allowing both singles and same-sex couples to seek third-party assisted reproduction.

In addition, some countries are open to assisted reproduction with restrictions, such as Mexico, Israel and Greece.

3.What is the cost of third-party assisted reproduction?

Specific charge varies from country, hospital and birth demand. Generally, the United States costs relatively high in the industry, while Colombia, Georgia, Mexico and other countries charge relatively low. For detailed price, welcome to consult Lepu Aijia consultants.

4. How long does the whole process of third-party assisted reproduction take?

About a year and a half or so. The specific time varies from birth needs, sperm quality and other factors.

5.Can HIV infected people choose third-party assisted reproduction?

Yes. HIV does not infect the sperm cell itself, but floats as free virus particles or infects other cells present in semen. HIV can be found in the seminal plasma. HIV can be washed out from semen, leaving healthy sperm.

Therefore, for HIV infected people, the expectant father needs to complete the HIV load assessment before the project starts, and then goes through professional sperm washing procedures.

In May 2017, the (US) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), after reviewing 11,500 reports of assisted pregnancy cycles using sperm washing, decided that the procedure was safe enough to approve for clinical application.

6.Can a single resort to third-party assisted reproduction?

Absolutely, single men can choose this project in the United States, Colombia, Georgia and so on.

7.Can I choose twins?

Absolutely. Singletons and twins are subject to your will.

About egg donors

1.Can I choose Asian egg donors?

Yes, relatively, Asians are more expensive than non-Asians.

2.Can I meet egg donors?

Egg donors are anonymous and, in most cases, can be known through photos, videos and detailed personal information.

About the surrogate mothers

1.How are the surrogate mothers chosen?

All the surrogate mothers go through a rigorous screening process, which includes blood tests, gynecologic examination and body conditioning. A psychological evaluation and criminal investigation are also required.

During the screening process, we will provide you with surrogate mothers who meet the basic requirements. The basic information you will see includes: date of birth, occupation, education or professional skills, medical history, family members and social relations, pregnancy history, etc.

2.Will the surrogate mothers' names appear on birth certificates?

The practice varies from country to country. Colombia, for example, can write the names of a father and a surrogate mother, or two fathers if they are gay. In Georgia the name of the wife or a companion is required; America requires a simple legal process to remove the name of surrogate mother.