Nebraska Surrogate Parenting Agreement is a legally binding contract that outlines the terms and conditions for third-party reproduction arrangements in the state of Nebraska. Surrogacy generally refers to a situation where a woman carries and gives birth to a child on behalf of individuals or couples (intended parents) who are unable to conceive or carry a pregnancy to term themselves. In Nebraska, there are two types of Surrogate Parenting Agreements: Traditional Surrogacy and Gestational Surrogacy. 1. Traditional Surrogacy: This type of surrogacy involves a surrogate mother who is genetically related to the child she carries. In this arrangement, the surrogate's eggs are fertilized with the intended father's sperm. The surrogate then carries and gives birth to the child, relinquishing her parental rights in favor of the intended parents. 2. Gestational Surrogacy: This type of surrogacy involves a surrogate mother who has no genetic connection to the child she carries. In Gestational Surrogacy, the intended parents' embryos, created through in vitro fertilization (IVF) using their own genetic material or donated gametes, are transferred to the surrogate's uterus. The surrogate carries the pregnancy to term and hands over the child to the intended parents upon birth. Nebraska Surrogate Parenting Agreements address various aspects of the surrogacy arrangement, ensuring the rights and responsibilities of all parties involved. These agreements typically include the following key elements: 1. Parentage: The agreement clarifies that the intended parents will be recognized as the legal parents of the child born through surrogacy. It outlines the process for establishing legal parentage and securing the intended parents' rights. 2. Compensations and Expenses: The agreement specifies the financial arrangements between the intended parents and the surrogate mothers, covering medical costs, legal fees, compensation, insurance, and other related expenses. 3. Medical and Healthcare Decisions: It outlines the surrogate's responsibility to follow medical advice and prenatal care, including consent for medical procedures during the pregnancy. 4. Termination of Pregnancy: The agreement addresses the difficult situation of an abnormal fetus or medical emergencies. It may include provisions for the intended parents to make decisions regarding pregnancy termination in such circumstances. 5. Confidentiality and Privacy: The agreement may include clauses to protect the privacy and confidentiality of all parties involved and prevent the identification of the surrogate mother. It is important to consult an experienced attorney specializing in reproductive law to draft and review the Nebraska Surrogate Parenting Agreement, ensuring that it adheres to the relevant laws and safeguards the interests of all involved parties. Lawyers knowledgeable in surrogacy law can guide intended parents and surrogates through the legal complexities and help them navigate the surrogacy process with clarity and confidence.
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