Surrogacy in Chennai

Surrogacy is often considered when other paths to parenthood aren't medically possible. It's a path that comes with real legal and emotional complexity, and we believe clear, accurate information should come before anything else.

What is surrogacy? Gestational vs traditional

In gestational surrogacy, the surrogate carries a pregnancy created using an embryo formed from the intended parents' (or donors') egg and sperm — the surrogate has no genetic connection to the child. Traditional surrogacy, where the surrogate's own egg is used, is not permitted in India. Only gestational, altruistic surrogacy is legally allowed.

The legal framework in India

Surrogacy in India is governed by the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021. Under this Act:

• Only altruistic surrogacy is permitted — the surrogate cannot receive monetary compensation beyond medical expenses and insurance coverage.
• Commercial surrogacy is prohibited.
• Intended parents and surrogates must meet specific eligibility criteria set out in the Act.
• Surrogacy arrangements must go through a registered surrogacy clinic and comply with certification requirements.

This is a summary for general understanding, not legal advice — your specific eligibility should be confirmed with both your fertility clinic and appropriate legal guidance.

Who is eligible for surrogacy under Indian law

Eligibility criteria under the Act relate to factors such as medical necessity (a documented medical condition preventing the intended parent from carrying a pregnancy), marital status, and age, among others specified in the law. We'll discuss how these criteria apply to your specific situation during consultation.

The surrogacy process at Kanaa, step by step

1. Medical and legal eligibility assessment — confirming that surrogacy is an appropriate and legally permitted option for your situation.
2. Embryo creation — via IVF, using the intended parents' (or donor) egg and sperm.
3. Surrogate matching and screening — medical and psychological evaluation of the gestational surrogate.
4. Embryo transfer — the created embryo is transferred to the surrogate.
5. Pregnancy monitoring — ongoing medical care throughout the pregnancy.
6. Legal and delivery process — coordinated in line with the documentation required under the Act.

Ethical and medical safeguards

Every surrogacy arrangement we support is altruistic, fully documented, and compliant with the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021. Medical safeguards for the surrogate's health and wellbeing are treated with the same seriousness as care for the intended parents.